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Macoupin County Courthouse News
Date range: October 18 – November 9, 2018. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUITS
Riya Britenstine, acting on behalf of a minor, has filed an approval of settlement against Richard Cotternman in the amount of $50,000 after her minor sustained injuries from a dog attack that occurred in Macoupin County in March 2017.
Charles and Daphne Babcock are suing Robert and Shari Anderson in excess of $50,000 alleging negligence, breach of implied warranty of habitability, willful and wanton conduct, and family expense act as a result of Daphne being diagnosed with lead poisoning in 1996. The plaintiffs claim the property that was leased from the defendants, which they occupied between May 1994 and October 1996, contained toxic, lead-based paint and the defendants were notified by the State of Illinois that the premises contained lead paint and the former lessor of the property was forced to close their business at the location due to remedies not taking place. The plaintiffs demand a jury trial.
Sandy Stelle, as administrator of the estate of Joann Jones, is suing Heritage Manor – Carlinville in excess of $50,000 claiming the nursing home facility did not have the proper staff intervention and follow-up resulting from two falls Jones suffered. The suit further claims that Illinois Department of Public Health found the staff at Heritage Health failed to properly respond to the abuse as Jones’ condition was not re-evaluated to determine whether Heritage Health was the suitable therapy placement for her. The plaintiff demands a jury trial.
Marylon Walker is suing William and Shelly Sharp for intentional trespassing, ejectment, and a forcible entry and detainer complaint claiming the defendants constructed a structure on the plaintiff’s property without title, right, or legal authority and continues to place or throw objects on the plaintiff’s property. The plaintiff is suing to remove all structures from the property or to pay all the plaintiff’s costs for removal after efforts to resolve the issues with the defendants have been unsuccessful.
Tim Loveless has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Robert and Brittney Bell, Benld, seeking $986 in unpaid rent and late charges plus possession of a residence located in the 100 block of Central Avenue, Benld.
Tim Loveless has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against William Golden, Wilsonville, seeking $994 in unpaid rent and late charges plus possession of a residence located in the 200 block of Mor Street, Wilsonville.
Reno Farms, Inc. has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Jerry Miller, Carlinville, seeking $1,800 in unpaid rent and possession of a residence located in the 500 block of Denby Street, Carlinville.
Phoenix Limited Partnership is suing Wendy and Lacey Koke, Girard, for failure to make payments under a lease agreement dated April 1, 2014, regarding a 3000 square foot office located in the 100 block of Market Street, Chatham.
Home Options Company have filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Jordan Trimm and Kourtney Claro seeking $1,240 in unpaid rent and possession of a residence located in the 200 block of North 7th, Benld.
Anthony Ford has filed a complaint for eviction against Jordan Ford claiming the defendant has breached the terms of the lease by smoking, using illegal drugs, and damaging the property, and is seeking $750 in unpaid rent and late fees plus possession of a residence located in the 400 block of Easy Hoehn, Carlinville.
George and Doris Bucks have filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Dawn Horrighs seeking $1,180 in unpaid rent and possession of a residence located in the 400 block of Finnis, Virden.
George and Doris Bucks have a filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Kim Crays seeking $4,050 in unpaid rent and possession of a residence located in the 400 block of Finnis, Virden.
Credit Acceptance Corporation are suing Dean Ellis and Alexis Dye for $9,950.02, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed on a defaulted retail installment contract for the purchase of a 2005 Nissan Altima.
SMALL CLAIMS
Mick and Janell Bednara, Osage Beach, MO, are suing Dave O’Dell, Virden, for $9,376 claiming O’Dell was professionally negligent when he failed to renew Bednara’s crop insurance policy for hail coverage in 2017.
Carlinville Area Hospital is suing Elaine Walden, Carlinville, for $548, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed for rendered medical services.
Consumer Collection Management is suing Darrel and Sharon Vandygriff, Brighton, for $2,440, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed for medical services provided by JCH Medical Group of $234.42 and Jersey Community Hospital of $2,205.98.
JCH Medical Group is suing Jennifer Novack, Brighton, for $1,574.07, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed for rendered medical services.
Carlinville Area Hospital is suing Carl Thompson, Carlinville, for $1,050, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed for rendered medical services.
Carlinville Area Hospital is suing Shaniqua White, Girard, for $2,494.80, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed for rendered medical services.
Cavalry SPV I, LLC is suing Ruby Alvarado for $1,910.39, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed on a defaulted CitiBank credit card account.
MISDEMEANORS
Aaron Bennett, 19, Gillespie, is charged with assault in connection with an October 16 incident in Gillespie after he threatened to physically attack another male.
Ricky Flynn, 43, Carlinville, is charged with escape in connection with an October 15 incident in Carlinville after failing to report to Macoupin County Jail in Carlinville.
Janet Cartwright, 43, Eagarville, is charged with deceptive practice in connection with an August 27 when she wrote a $62 check to Animal Doctors LLP knowing her depository would not honor the draft.
Lacey Mackelden, 26, Elsah, is charged with deceptive practice in connection with a July 22 incident when she wrote a $114.29 check to Sullivan Drugs knowing her depository would not honor the draft.
Melissa Hughes, 43, Gillespie, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a May 30 incident in Gillespie after she clawed a male in the back with her fingernails.
Phillip Seabolt, 42, Virden, is charged with battery in connection with an October 9 incident in Virden when he pushed a female.
Walter Hausman, 65, Brighton, is charged with dumping garbage in connection with a September 23 incident when he deposited garbage in rural Brighton without the consent of the property owner.
Robert Patrick, 50, Staunton, is charged with battery in connection with an October 19 incident in Staunton when he grabbed a female by the throat and squeezed.
Ashley Bertoldi, 34, Riverton, is charged with retail theft in connection with a September 28 incident in Carlinville after she stole printer ink cartridges from Walmart.
Christina Bristow, 38, Springfield, is charged with retail theft in connection with a September 28 incident in Carlinville after she stole printer ink cartridges from Walmart.
Nicholas Hupp, 23, Staunton, is charged with violation of an order of protection in connection with a September 3 incident in Mount Olive when he sent a text message to a protected party.
Dayn Gibson, 18, Hillsboro, is charged with illegal consumption of alcohol by a minor in connection with an October 26 incident in Staunton around 3:14 a.m.
Joshua Maloney, 22, Wilsonville, is charged with domestic battery in connection with an October 25 incident in Gillespie when he struck his step-father in the face with his fist.
Kevin Mihelcic, 60, Mount Clare, is charged with criminal trespassing in connection with an August 15 incident when he remained on the property of the Village of Mt. Clare after being told by the mayor to leave.
Skyelissa Boehler, 30, Girard, is charged with domestic battery and criminal trespassing in connection with an October 26 incident in Girard when she scratched her brother’s neck.
Timothy Damm, 49, Girard, is charged with retail theft in connection with an October 29 incident in Girard after he stole tobacco from Shell Gas Station.
Michael Geison, 24, Medora, is charged with criminal trespassing in connection with an October 29 incident after he went onto property after being notified by law enforcement he was not allowed to enter the said property.
Charles Daubman, 56, Litchfield, is charged with theft in connection with an October 1 incident after he stole cash from Litchfield Taxicab Company.
Jeremy Vail, 25, Cottage Hills, is charged with domestic battery in connection with an October 15 incident after striking his girlfriend in the nose with his fist.
Steven Acord, 39, Carlinville, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a November 4 incident when he struck his wife in the face with his fist.
Michael Geisen, 24, Medora, is charged with violation of an order of protection in connection with a November 4 incident when he sent a Facebook message to a protected party.
Kammy Carney, 32, Sawyerville, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a November 5 incident in Benld when he held down his girlfriend causing a cut on her hand.
Erica Bain, 30, Benld, is charged with aggravated assault in connection with a November 3 incident in Benld after she drove a vehicle toward a male intending the strike him while on Central Street.
Kyle Kessler, 33, Benld, is charged with escape after failing to report to Macoupin County Jail on October 1.
Kindra Blankenship, 29, Nilwood, is charged with escape after failing to report to Macoupin County Jail on October 23.
Bradley Wilson, 26, Edwardsville, is charged with deceptive practices after writing a $267.59 check to Madison Communications, Staunton knowing the bank would not honor his draft.
Michele Corrigan, 46, Carlinville, is charged with deceptive practices after writing a $36.48 check to Joseph F. Boente & Sons, Carlinville knowing the bank would not honor her draft.
Stephanie Seidelman, 44, Virden, is charged with deceptive practices after writing a $57.98 check to Showtime Lanes, Virden knowing the bank would not honor her draft.
Dorothy Anderson, 38, Girard, is charged with theft in connection with a November 7 incident when she exerted unauthorized control of gold coins intending to deprive the owner use of the property.
Amanda Ingrham, 42, Staunton, is charged with eight counts of deceptive practices in connection with events taking place at Meehan’s Market, Bunker Hill between July 21 and July 27 totaling $607.81 knowing her bank would not honor the drafts.
Annette Lomelino, 39, Virden, is charged with four counts of deceptive practices in connection with events taking place at Joseph F. Boente & Sons, Carlinville between September 11 and September 14 totaling $316.65 knowing her bank would not honor the drafts.
Cecilia Pitchford, 59, Gillespie, is charged with three counts of deceptive practices in connection with events taking place at It Is What It Is, Carlinville between September 25 and September 28 totaling $857.28 knowing her bank would not honor the drafts.
James Thompson, 40, Alton, is charged with assault in connection with an October 18 incident after he threatened to batter another male over the phone and then went to his residence and continued to threaten the male.
Jasmine Sprague, 29, Mount Olive, is charged with resisting a peace officer in connection with an October 9 incident in Mount Olive when she failed to comply with a peace officer when they were attempting to handcuff her.
Erica Bain, 30, Benld, is charged with unlawful violation of an order of protection in connection with a November 8 incident in Gillespie when she went within 500 feet of a protected party.
FELONIES
Jamison Boggs, 45, Modesto, is charged with two counts of aggravated fleeing and attempting to elude and one count of battery in connection with an October 15 incident in Palmyra.
Cheyenne Treat, 21, Kincaid, is charged with unlawful possession of contraband in a penal institution and possession of firearm ammunition without firearm’s owner identification card in connection with an October 17 incident.
Dalton Shawn, 20, Hannibal, MO, is charged with theft in connection with an October 17 incident in Carlinville when he stole a bag of cans from We Care Recycling Center.
Cyle Traster, 31, Carlinville, is charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance in connection with a June 30 incident in Carlinville.
Derek Bultema, 33, Gillespie, is charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine in connection with an October 20 incident in Gillespie.
Michael Hillis, 50, Greenfield, is charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine in connection with an August 11 incident in Gillespie.
Larena Conlee, 36, Greenfield, is charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine in connection with an August 11 incident in Gillespie.
Kenneth Bertrand, 47, Trenton, is charged with bringing contraband into a penal institution in connection with a July 22 incident in Carlinville.
Michael Dufrain, 53, Staunton, is charged with theft in connection with an October 7 incident in Staunton when he stole a pontoon boat.
Brenden Buzick, 27, Staunton, is charged with unauthorized possession of a prescription form in connection with an October 7 incident in Staunton.
Lonnie Barger, 37, Gillespie, is charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine in connection with an August 2 incident in Gillespie.
Leslie Guthrie, 44, Girard, is charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine in connection with an August 2 incident in Gillespie.
Jamey Leonard, 28, Godfrey, is charged with unlawful possession of cannabis with intent to deliver and unlawful possession of cannabis in connection with an October 25 incident.
Jeremy Rodger, 27, Gillespie, is charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine in connection with an August 20 incident in Gillespie.
Mark Clark, 44, Mount Olive, is charged with aggravated domestic battery in connection with an October 30 incident when he struck his ex-wife in the face and broke her nose.
Michael Gibson, 48, Benton, is charged with aggravated driving under the influence in connection with a July 29, 2017, incident when he was driving under the influence of alcohol on Route 16 near Hideaway Lane in Macoupin County. The charge was elevated to a felony due to three similar offenses.
Jacob Burke, 36, Carlinville, is charged with burglary in connection with an October 28 incident in Carlinville when he entered a hotel room at the Carlinvilla Motel with the intent to commit a theft.
Lacey Cloud, 30, Jerseyville, is charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance in connection with a November 1 incident.
Natosha Michaelis, 32, Carlinville, is charged with theft in connection with events taking place between January and September 2018 when she used credit and debit cards linked to Patterson House Inc. with the intent to deprive the owner permanent use of the currency.
Jessica Schrier, 32, Waverly, is charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine in connection with a November 6 incident in Carlinville.
Larry Pippen, 51, Centerville, is charged with driving while license revoked in connection with an October 26 incident in Gillespie.
TRAFFIC
Samantha Vail, 21, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence in connection with an October 14 incident in Bunker Hill.
DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Jeanine Fassero vs. Allen Fassero, both of Bunker Hill.
- Tiffany Frank, Girard, vs. Gregory Frank, New Berlin.
- Beth Bridwell, Springfield, vs. William Bridwell, Girard.
- Penelope Tipton, Gillespie, vs. Joshua Tipton, O’Fallon.
- Timothy Abbott, Palmyra, vs. Samantha Abbott, Owaneco.
- Alicia Turner, Wilsonville, vs. Dillan Turner, Benld.
- Matt Hartman, Staunton, vs. Megan Waterman-Hartman, Mount Olive.
- Joseph Mcdowell vs. Julie Mcdowell, Mount Clare.
- Jessica Bridges vs. Bobby Bridges, both of Staunton.
- Skyler Contreraz, Staunton, vs. Makenzie Steele, Edwardsville.
- Deanna Welch vs. Nathan Welch, both of Gillespie.
- Kimberly Albers vs. Caleb Albers, both of Gillespie.
- Teena Robertson, Gillespie, vs. Donald Robertson Jr., Benld.
- Jennifer Gilmer vs. Bobby Gilmer, both of Staunton.
MARRIAGE LICENSES FILED
- Aaron Hill and Tori Horstmeyer, both of Staunton.
- Seth Tishler and Danielle Jones, both of Mount Olive.
- Aaron Stayton and Laura Yowell, both of Carlinville.
- Richard Meyer and Geraldine Lawrence, both of Bunker Hill.
- William Fry and Tiffany Atteberry, both of Girard.
- Marc Mitts, of Harvel, and Sarah Goodwin, of Raymond.
- Michael Jones, of Litchfield, and Angelica Carroll, of Hillsboro.
- Kent Michaelis and Jamie Reynolds, both of Carlinville.
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The Wilsonville Progressive Club will celebrate and host a 90 year Anniversary Party on Saturday, May 11. The party will include a catered dinner, a live band, and fireworks.
Doors will open at 2 pm with a catered dinner being served at 4 pm. The Shane Kessinger Experience (live band) will play at 5 pm, and a grand fireworks display will be held at dusk.
The Progressive Club was originally established in 1934 by the Progressive Miners and was located on the northwest side of Wilsonville’s main street. The Club moved to their new building in January of 1949 and today this is still the current location at 212 Wilson Street in Wilsonville.
Wilsonville was founded in 1917 when Superior Coal Co. Mine No. 4 was sunk and this was the most modern mine in the Superior field. At that time, the little settlement which grew up around the mine was called Wilson. One day a worker paused and asked, “What are we going to name this town?” President Wilson was in office, thus the town was then and there named Wilson until 1919 when it was incorporated and the name expanded to Wilsonville.
The Wilsonville Progressive Club is operated and maintained by an elected panel of trustees and loyal members. The Club is open to the public and membership is always welcome. The large outdoor covered pavilion and manicured grassy side lot offer an attractive and convenient venue for any event along with inside facilities.
If you are interested in renting for any kind of event, call 217-835-3122 during open hours which are Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 4 pm to close, and Sunday doors open at 2 pm. Every Sunday afternoon at 4 pm is the Queen of Hearts drawing and the Club is on Facebook as well.
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SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Oak Street in reference to a dog bite.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street to pick up a found item.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Chestnut Street in reference to a burglary.
An officer was out in the 200 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to a motorist assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Schmidt Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 1st Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Broadway Street in reference to a medical call.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South Illinois Street in Benld in reference to illegal burning.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Horizon Street in reference to a 911 call.
MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2024
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to a theft in the 100 block of South Main Street in Benld.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Osie Street in reference to a violation of an order of protection.
Nicholas O. Landolt, 36, of Gillespie was arrested on multiple warrants including one out of St. Clair County for possession for methamphetamine, a second one out of Montgomery County for failure to appear for driving while license was revoked, and a third out of Macoupin County for failure to appear for methamphetamine.
An officer was dispatched to East Walnut Street in reference to a suspicious noise.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Broadway Street in reference to a medical alarm.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a theft in the 200 block of West Oak Street.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to criminal damage to her property.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to identity theft.
An officer spoke with a female in the 100 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to a neighbor dispute.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a violation of an order of protection.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Southern Street in reference to a suspicious person.
TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 1100 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of East Walnut Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass to property. Melissa J. Hughes, 49, of Benld was arrested on a Montgomery County warrant for theft/larceny.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Francis Street in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue in the 700 block of Rose Street in Benld.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Pine Street to assist the Department of Children and Family Services.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Broadway Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Central Avenue in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2024
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to fraud in the 200 block of South Macoupin.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 500 block of East Elm Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to Route 4 and Staunton Road in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Gillespie Street in reference to unwanted solicitors.
An officer was dispatched to High Street and Gillespie Street in reference to a suspicious noise.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of High Street in reference to unwanted solicitors.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil standby.
An officer was flagged down at Elm Street and Clinton Street and spoke with an individual in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Mt. Olive Road in Eagarville in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a suspicious circumstance.
THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2024
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a panic alarm sounding.
An officer was dispatched to the 1300 block of South Second Street in reference to a civil standby.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Osie Street in reference to a dog bite. Heather L. Kimberlin, 47, of Gillespie was issued a citation for dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Baker Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was out with a suspicious vehicle in the alley in the 500 block of Park Avenue.
An officer was dispatched to East Walnut and South Main Street in Benld in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the Veterans Memorial Park in Benld in reference to a suspicious vehicle that had been parked there for a couple of days.
Gillespie Police Department was requested for traffic control by the Gillespie Fire Department for a fire on Eagarville Road.
FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of East Walnut Street in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Street in Gillespie in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Litchfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a suspicious person at the storage units. Kathy J. Henderson, 49, of Sawyerville was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear for bad checks
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Maple Street and Macoupin Street. Kenny L. Fults, 18, of Belleville was issued a citation for possession of cannabis.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Mt. Olive Road in Eagarville in reference to civil standby.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Burton Street in reference to an animal complaint.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespassing. Timothy J. Dalpozzo, 57, of Benld was arrested for criminal trespassing to residence and a Macoupin County warrant for criminal trespassing to a residence.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at South Street and Chestnut Street and charges are pending crime lab results.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to Macoupin Street and Elm Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Osie Street in reference to a dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of North 8th Street in Benld in reference to medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Spruce Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Baker Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Street in Benld in reference to a medical call.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to an ordinance issue.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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LITCHFIELD, Ill. — HSHS St. Francis Hospital is offering service opportunities to area teens this summer through the 2024 Junior Volunteer Program. Applications are being accepted now through May 1.
Applicants must be high school students maintaining at least a “C” average, be a minimum of 14 years of age by June 1 and be willing to volunteer at least two hours per week during the summer program. Junior volunteers will perform a variety of duties in various hospital departments.
Registration materials are available on the hospital’s website volunteer page at https://www.hshs.org/st-francis/community/volunteer.
All participants in the program will be required to present proof of immunizations for MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella), and Varicella (chicken pox). An additional requirement includes attendance at a hospital orientation.
A limited number of positions will be available. For more information, contact HSHS St. Francis Hospital at 217-324-8200.
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