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Fmr. Anchor / Investigative Reporter @wjxt4 . Soon to be @jsopio Community Exec. VP, Florida Assoc. of Broadcast Journalists. DJ. @UF @UofNorthFlorida . Believer.

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6 years
"Everyone predicted it," a student said about the #Parkland shooting.
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Naval Hospital Jacksonville staffers under criminal, military investigation after disturbing pics went viral, showing infant mishandling.
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My sources: 4 dead at Jacksonville Landing. 10 victims. Madden Tournament. All hands on deck. Patients to multiple hospitals.
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VIDEO of 24-year-old David Katz, the Baltimore gamer believed to have been the shooter at the Jacksonville Landing. Sheriff says he killed himself. Listen to how announcers describe him.
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Horrible to see that someone projected an anti-Semitic message on to TIAA Bank Field at the end of the sold-out Georgia-Florida game. A relative sent this to me. It’s in reference to comments Ye (formerly Kanye West) made recently. This hate has to stop. Period.
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Mass shooting happened during Madden Tournament at Chicago Pizza at Jacksonville Landing. 11 shot. At least 4 dead.
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GRIM REAPER IN JAX BEACH: Florida attorney @DWUhlfelderLaw dressed as the reaper lurked in Jacksonville Beach today, warning people of the dangers of crowds and COVID-19. Some took his message to heart, while others accused him of fear mongering. More on @wjxt4 .
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To be clear, as you'll see in next video, our crew did not turn the cameras away from the commotion and toward the podium as asked. Our team documented the news that was happening at the moment.
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The 12-foot gator was caught on I-10 near Tallahassse. @wjxt4
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BREAKING: Multiple people have been shot at the Jacksonville Landing, according to two of my sources. I’ve been told there are fatalities. Please be careful as we gather details. A restaurant manager says everyone is on lockdown.
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Thank God! @JFRDJAX Chief tells me 142 people on board 737 in river. All alive and accounted for. Some transports to hospital, precautionary.
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RIGHT NOW: Demonstrator handcuffed, others told to leave after tensions run high at Governor DeSantis' news conference in Jacksonville. They wanted to talk to him about his COVID response. Staff asked crews to turn cameras away from disturbance. @wjxt4
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7 years
Baby manatee rescued from along the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, following Hurricane #Irma . Calf ok! Robert Morando sent me this pic.
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Jacksonville Landing shooter: - white male - early 20s - believed to be from Baltimore area - used semi-automatic handgun - appears to have acted alone - killed himself inside - name not confirmed yet (Info from my police sources.)
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I’ve brought this to the city of Jacksonville and Jacksonville police are now aware. @wjxt4
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2 years
Horrible to see that someone projected an anti-Semitic message on to TIAA Bank Field at the end of the sold-out Georgia-Florida game. A relative sent this to me. It’s in reference to comments Ye (formerly Kanye West) made recently. This hate has to stop. Period.
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The sun rises over the battered Jacksonville Beach Pier, after a rough ride with Hurricane #Matthew .
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Spectacular video of a waterspout off Fernandina Beach this morning. @wjxt4 🎥 - Steve LeBel and Richard Gainey
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This drone shot shows the damaged Jacksonville Beach pier. Hurricane #Matthew ripped off about 1/3 of the landmark. 📸: contentaddicts
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5 years
Massive rescue response to 737 in river off @NASJax_
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BREAKING: Plane down in St. Johns River is commercial jet with 136 passengers and 7 crew members per my sources. Skidded off runway into water per @NASJax_ spokeswoman.
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4 years
I have COVID-19. This last week has been hard, but I’m feeling a lot better. My heart hurts for those who have it so much worse. Here’s my story:
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Floods in historic district of St. Augustine. And it's only going to get worse. Don't like this. Great area. @WJXTNikkiK is there. #Irma
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4 years
Sorry for the lack of news tweets this week. I’ve been...uhhh... busy.
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These two pics show the Jacksonville Beach pier before and after Hurricane #Matthew . The red line shows what's gone.
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6 years
#Jaguars RB Leonard Fournette signed the bumper of his 2017 Maybach and gave it to a first responder after someone rear-ended him on I-295. He also posed for pics. Everyone ok. Woman in an SUV cited for careless driving, causing crash.
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BREAKING: The teen accused of killing 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey will be tried as an adult and is now facing a 1st degree murder charge, court documents show. Aiden Fucci, 14, is at a juvenile detention center in Daytona Beach. Prosecutors will talk about the case at 4 on @wjxt4
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6 years
Jacksonville Sheriff identifies shooter as 24-year-old David Katz from Baltimore. He was here as a gamer. I’m not going to glamorize his name, but as a local reporter, it’s my job to put this out once, on the record.
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I know it’s controversial to post, but it needs to be addressed. And I hate to see this in my city which I love. GA-FL gets national attention. Too many people are afraid to stand up and comment on it.
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Horrible to see that someone projected an anti-Semitic message on to TIAA Bank Field at the end of the sold-out Georgia-Florida game. A relative sent this to me. It’s in reference to comments Ye (formerly Kanye West) made recently. This hate has to stop. Period.
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ONLY IN FLORIDA? A wild horse attacked a gator near Gainesville today. Looks like the gator got a quick bite in. (Krystal M. Berry / ATEAM)
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The same anti-Semitic message has now been spotted away from stadium. This is the 11 East apartment building in downtown Jacksonville. @wjxt4
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BREAKING: City of Jacksonville to mandate masks in public starting today at 5pm, per Nikki Kimbleton with mayor’s office. @wjxt4
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2 years
@ncljax @wjxt4 We cover news. Our photographer chose to keep the camera rolling on what was happening at the moment. It was certainly stressful for the crews there. (I wasn't there in person.)
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BREAKING: #Jaguars star running back Leonard Fournette has been arrested after a traffic violation. This is exclusive video as we saw him get booked at Duval County jail around 2:30pm today; stems from a November citation in Neptune Beach, which police say he didn’t pay. @wjxt4
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Dory the Armadillo. And the crowd goes wild. #Dorian @wjxt4
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Diehard #Jaguars fan Tim Richert says he ordered a custom Jags jersey from the NFL Shop. He claims he got this - with the #Patriots logo on the front. “I was devastated to see this atrocity even exists, and for it to happen to me was perceived as a slight to all Jags fans.”
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4 years
Frightening video shows 3 men break into a Neptune Beach apartment. Seconds later, the resident inside fired at them, hitting one man in the chest. Details from investigators at 5 on @wjxt4 .
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4 years
Shot this at 5:05pm today from Jacksonville Beach. Wide, medium, tight. Low tide. Plenty of beach. Wanted to give you this perspective as people have been very critical of local media coverage. @wjxt4
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3 years
Let’s do away with the phrase “the media.” Journalists aren’t the same. If you have an issue with an outlet or report, be specific. Use supporting details about what you disagree with. Dialogue is good. Blanket statements are irresponsible.
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6 years
Jacksonville Landing shooting: 15 total victims. 4 dead. Per my sources.
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4 years
BREAKING MOOS ALERT: Cattle have taken over a Northside subdivision near First Coast High. Yes, I will milk this story for all it’s worth. @wjxt4
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For those who think news teams don’t care: our newsroom erupted in cheers, tears and hugs after confirming the missing siblings were found safe after 3 days. We’re all human. We all have emotions. We’re all ecstatic to share good news. @wjxt4
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Didn’t work out with Blake, but can’t forget about all he did with his charity ⁦ @BB5Foundation ⁩. Very giving, kind guy.
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8 years
Great white off coast of #Jacksonville ... fisherman Jeff Simms says the #shark was circling his boat for 30 mins.
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What a beautiful morning. Hurricane #Matthew was bad, but we're going to be okay. @JimCantore @spann
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Despicable that Twitter users are making fun of the people who I’m interviewing. This shooting is because of hate. And you’re spewing your own dose of hate. Not helping.
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Exclusive: Chicago Pizza shut down at Jacksonville Landing after gaming tournament shooting. Jax Fire Marshal found emergency exit was blocked at time of shooting, plans for gaming center were not submitted to city. City sources: big issue for people escaping.
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Pic of Miami Air 737 in St. Johns River off @NASJax_ . Sent to me from Navy source. All 142 alive and accounted for. @wjxt4
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Tonight’s moonrise. Incredible. (Believe it or not, took this with the iPhone 11.)
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Haters gonna hate. #Irma #fakenews
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CAREER ANNOUNCEMENT: I’ve signed a multi-year deal to be @wjxt4 ’s I-TEAM investigator, joining the award-winning investigative unit. I’ll be working on long-form, deep-diving investigations that make a difference. I’ll continue to anchor weekdays at 9am.
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Perspective about the controversy around the photos of the partial reopening of Jacksonville Beach. (We’re not lying.) @wjxt4
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Record heat a factor in spawning this sand dust devil in Jacksonville Beach. No one was hurt, but it sure did whip around some umbrellas. @wjxt4 @JimCantore @spann
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Overturned semi-truck on Dames Pointe Bridge. So far this morning, we’ve seen several semis jackknife and/or flip. If you can stay in today, I highly recommend it. From a friend. @wjxt4
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Meet Blake Ramsey. Yes, this newborn girl is named after @BBortles5 & @jalenramsey . #Jaguars fan for life?
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Firefighters and police who found Braxton and Bri’Ya Williams are taking them on a shopping spree! @wjxt4
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8 years
Hurricane #Hermine was bad. Look at these boats all over the road in #Steinhatchee !
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3 years
Lost a friend to COVID. Her husband just told me. Really thought she’d pull through. This is heartbreaking. This is real. Please be safe.
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2 years
Congressman John Rutherford statement… @RepRutherfordFL @wjxt4
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He screamed during our live WEATHER coverage rpt. He then said “if Trump loses, Democrats better not find themselves on other side of the barrel of my gun.” Did not respond, but must document these threats. No matter which side, this is unacceptable & should be taken seriously.
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SHARE POSITIVITY: Brian Peters wanted his parents’ anniversary to be special despite the quarantine. So he took out his work clothes from Longhorn Steakhouse and ran a whole restaurant from home! Way to go, Brian! @wjxt4
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7 years
Been through 2 hurricanes in 2 weeks. 4 all nighters. 3 photographers. Dozens of live shots. Damaged 2 iPhones. Blessed to be okay. No more!
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Can’t believe I’ve been at @wjxt4 for 9 years! Here’s a pic from my first live shot in 2010. I was an eager 22-year-old who stayed up all night, excited to report from The Players. I also had bronchitis, but didn’t tell anyone! Thanks for following along on this journey!
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BREAKING: #Jaguars star RB Leonard Fournette OK after car crash. - involved in 3-car chain reaction crash on 295 SB before Dames Point Bridge - He was vehicle 3 – NOT at fault - NO ONE INJURED - One lane blocked
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VIDEO: Small plane makes emergency landing on I-75, just south of Gainesville. 🎥: Voradet Thep
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7 years
Former Congresswoman #CorrineBrown found guilty on multiple charges, including corruption. Verdict on other charges coming in.
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6 years
This man says he was in Porta Potty during shooting. He’s a former Marine, ran to help.
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4 years
This morning’s sunrise was 🔥!
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4 years
Exclusive video of former Jaguars star Telvin Smith in custody at Duval County jail. He's charged with "unlawful sexual activity with certain minors." This comes after SWAT raid at his home earlier this afternoon. Live report on @wjxt4 at 6pm.
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8 years
Jacksonville Beach is being Jacksonville Beach again. People are out on their bikes, some restaurants and bars are open. Amen! #Matthew
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Uh oh. @JimCantore is here and the @WaffleHouse in Panama City Beach is closed. This is not good. #HURRICANEMICHAEL
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10 years ago today... A tornado / waterspout spun through Jacksonville. I was an intern at @wjxt4 . I called it in to the newsdesk and chased it as it went up the St. Johns River and through downtown. I snapped these pictures. No one was hurt and there was no serious damage.
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To all the journalists who’ve been bullied and criticized for doing their job: I feel you. You’re doing great. You’re needed. You’re human. Don’t let unhappy people, including those in your own industry, ruin your happiness. You’ve got this.
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This Snapchat selfie appears to show Aiden Fucci,14, in the back of a deputy’s car as they were searching for Tristyn Bailey, 13. Notice the caption and the peace sign. I’ve confirmed with detectives that this is part of investigation. @wjxt4 MORE:
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5 years
To the people criticizing us being in the Bahamas during this crisis: How else will the world know what's going on? Who is voice for the people? We are not drinking their water, eating their food, taking supplies or using their resources. And we're pitching in however we can.
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Multiple sources tell us suspect has been killed at Dollar General. Man was spotted on campus at nearby Edward Waters University putting on ballistics vest, per sources. Fled from security. Shooting happened down the road. Waiting on official briefing. @wjxt4
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“They could be underneath!” Video from source shows immediate aftermath, concerned witnesses. @wjxt4
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6 years
How sweet it is!!! Jaguars win and Duval goes crazy.
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LIFE IN PRISON for 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey's killer. Judge Lee Smith has sentenced Aiden Fucci, 16, to life in prison. @wjxt4
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Yes, I asked. @FhpJacksonville supervisor says no Patriots or Steelers were involved in today’s 3-car crash, where Leonard Fournette was rear-ended.
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And we’re off. Mariner of The Seas is traveling through the night to Freeport. It’ll deliver 20,000 meals, water, necessities. I also just got word we’re going to pick up 300 evacuees and move them to Nassau. Will update when I can! @wjxt4 #PrayForTheBahamas
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Today, was told that I faked catching COVID, that I was hospitalized (news to me), that I got paid off to push agenda (where's my money?) and that I used the bribes for expensive water toys (I bought small kayak). Nightcap: threatening dude & police report. Tomo: tropical storm.
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Fmr. Congresswoman #CorrineBrown found guilty on 18 of 22 corruption charges. She faces more than 300 yrs in prison. Sentencing later.
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The White House has been briefed and is offering support after 737 down in Jacksonville. @wjxt4
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4 years
Best part about starting election countdown coverage in Miami? A quick dinner break with my lovely grandmother! Back on @wjxt4 at 10!
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Thank you to Jacksonville Beach Police for promptly and throughly investigating the threats he made. Report filed. Tipster has ID’d possible subject. I won’t tolerate threats.
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Telvin Smith’s Black Cadillac Escalade just towed from his home in Queens Harbour, with a Jacksonville police car behind it. @wjxt4
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6 years
BREAKING: @Jaguars have suspended Jalen Ramsey and Dante Fowler JR. #Jaguars #NFL
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“With love from Jacksonville, Florida.” Hundreds of care packages are en route to the Abacos and Freeport, Bahamas, on private planes and helicopters. Way to go Duuuvvvalll! Keep it coming. @wjxt4
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Peaceful protest at Duval County Courthouse. Organizer: “If things get out of hand, our group is gone.” @wjxt4
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I would be remiss if I didn’t give a nod to @JSOPIO & @JFRDJAX . Firefighters were training across street and ran into the action without and protection. Police officers arrived at #JacksonvilleLanding within 2 minutes of 911 call. Excellent response to terrible tragedy. Thank you
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The sun sets over the Jacksonville Landing. A place I’ve been hundreds of times. It’s part of my childhood. Now it’s the site of America’s latest mass shooting.
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Honored to get 4 Emmy nominations our I-TEAM special reports. Huge props to our photographers, producers and editors who make this happen. We find out if we win the statues in December. @wjxt4
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This is everything! Just met Braxton & Bri’Ya as they returned home for the first time since Sunday morning. They wished us a Merry Christmas! Hear from them and their dad on @wjxt4 at 5.
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Spotted outside NAS Jacksonville. Wild! 📷: Christina Stewart
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Smiles. Despite losing everything, the children of The Abacos are sharing smiles. And it’s contagious. Don’t forget about them! @wjxt4
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