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Is there potential within the future of Star Wars?

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Is there potential within the future of Star Wars?

While a number of movies and television series are lined up, what will the future of Star Wars really bring to fans?

Last week’s Star Wars Celebration brought a number of announcements and reveals from a galaxy far, far away, with projects including both movies and television series leading the future of Star Wars. But will these works hit the audience it needs to?

The Star Wars franchise may be one of the most popular and bankable in history, but it has seen its misfires and abandoned projects. As such, some have grown concerned as to why this is and where the series can go from here. One potential issue may be that future Star Wars projects don’t have the iconic figurehead at the helm. Really, how many casual moviegoers know the names of Kathleen Kennedy (producer) and Dave Filoni (a Star Wars player since The Clone Wars), especially compared to George Lucas (uh, George Lucas)? As put by an unnamed producer that spoke to The Hollywood Reporter, “They don’t have a George…Kathy is not George. Filoni is kinda the closest at this stage.”

Despite this, Star Wars is going hyperdrive for its future, with a new trilogy centered around Daisy Ridley’s Rey, a number of spin-offs and more on the docket. As of now, the movies have no official release dates, although rough timelines can be sorted out. For example, James Mangold has a Timothée Chalamet-starring Bob Dylan biopic set for a summer shoot and so his film can’t start until at least next year, while Filoni’s “depends on the machinery of the interlocking TV series and will factor in timelines of a fourth season of Mandalorian and a possible second season of Ahsoka.”

Some believe that without the upcoming Rey trilogy, the future of Star Wars hangs in the balance, with another unnamed producer saying, “If they don’t make at least that Rey movie…Lucasfilm will burn whatever goodwill it has left with this fan base.” That might seem like a bold statement, but since fans appear to be turning on The Mandalorian this season (or are at least giving more unfavorable reviews), there may be some truth within.

What do you think the future of Star Wars will hold? Is Lucasfilm looking at a bright future or will it end up on the dark side? Give us your predictions in the comments section below.

Originally published at https://www.joblo.com/is-there-potential-within-the-future-of-star-wars/

Inspiring Vacations Reveals Everything to Know Before Travelling to Alaska

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Inspiring Vacations Reveals Everything to Know Before Travelling to Alaska
Alaska tours are becoming increasingly popular among travellers who are drawn to the state's stunning natural scenery, diverse wildlife and rich culture.


Inspiring Vacations

Inspiring Vacations

Inspiring Vacations, a leading travel company specialising in guided tours of Alaska, has released a guide to help travellers prepare for their next adventure to the rugged landscapes and scenic beauty of Alaska. With years of experience in the tourism industry, Inspiring Vacations offers expert guidance on everything to know before embarking on tour to Alaska.

Inspiring Vacations' tours to Alaska offer an excellent way to experience the best that Alaska has to offer, with knowledgeable local guides who provide insights into the state's history, culture and geography.

When planning to travel to Alaska, it is essential to be prepared for the state's unique climate and weather conditions. Inspiring Vacations recommends packing appropriate clothing for the varying temperatures, including layers and waterproof gear. Travellers should also be aware of the limited daylight hours during certain times of the year and plan their activities accordingly.

Inspiring Vacations offers various transportation options including comfortable coach and rail tours, which allow travellers to sit back and relax while enjoying the scenic views. For those seeking a more active experience, Inspiring Vacations also offers hiking and wildlife tours, providing an up-close look at Alaska's breathtaking scenery and wildlife.

Inspiring Vacations also offers tours to Scandinavia, providing travellers with the opportunity to explore the stunning landscapes, vibrant cities and fascinating cultures of Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland.

With a commitment to providing exceptional customer service, Inspiring Vacations ensures that travellers are fully prepared for their tours, with pre-departure information and support provided at every step of the way. By choosing Inspiring Vacations for Alaska and Scandinavia tours and everywhere in between, travellers can relax and enjoy the journey, knowing that they are in good hands.

For those seeking a memorable travel experience, Inspiring Vacations' worldwide tours offer a unique blend of adventure, culture and natural beauty. To learn more and book the trip of a lifetime, visit Inspiring Vacations online.       

About Inspiring Vacations

Inspiring Vacations is an Australian-owned, globally operated tour operator offering exceptional travel experiences to customers worldwide. With a range of carefully crafted tour packages, the company takes pride in creating unique and unforgettable trips to the world's most iconic destinations.      

Contact Information:
Inspiring Vacations
Marketing Manager
[email protected]
1300 88 66 88


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Texas Chainsaw Massacre video game featurette goes behind the scenes for the making of a massacre

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Texas Chainsaw Massacre video game featurette goes behind the scenes for the making of a massacre

A new featurette takes a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the upcoming Texas Chainsaw Massacre video game

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre video game from Gun Interactive and Sumo Nottingham is set to be released for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One on August 18th. The perfect date, since director Tobe Hooper’s 1974 classic The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (watch it HERE) was set on August 18, 1973. With the release date just four months away, a featurette has arrived online to give us a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the game. You can watch that featurette, appropriately titled “Making a Massacre”, at the bottom of this article.

Matches of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre video game will pit 4 victim characters against 3 killer characters. The story of the game has the following set-up: When Maria Flores went missing, and local law enforcement seemed to stall out in their search, her younger sister Ana teamed up with some of Maria’s friends from college to pick up the trail. The game takes place before the events of the original film.

The mo-cap performers included genre icon Kane Hodder (who did stunt work on Leatherface: Texas Chainsaw Massacre III) as Leatherface, Sean Whalen (The People Under the Stairs) as The Hitch-hiker; Troy Burgess (Swedish Dicks) as The Cook; Kristina Klebe (Don’t Kill It) as new killer character Sissy; Dove Meir (Dig) as new killer character Johnny; Scout Taylor-Compton (Rob Zombie’s Halloween), doing the mo-cap for all of the female victim characters; and Hunter C. Smith (Lucky), doing the mo-cap for all of the male victim characters. Although Whalen is doing the mo-cap for the Hitch-hiker, Edwin Neal, who played the character in the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre, is providing his voice for the game. It has been said that Damian Maffei (The Strangers: Prey at Night) is also in the game’s cast. You can find out more about the killer characters at THIS LINK and the victim characters HERE.

Are you looking forward to the Texas Chainsaw Massacre video game? Let us know, and tell us what you think of the new featurette, by leaving a comment below. I’m very hyped to play this game.

Originally published at https://www.joblo.com/texas-chainsaw-massacre-video-game-bts/

Children’s Author Says ‘Pay What You Can’ for His Bestselling Diverse Books for Kids

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Children’s Author Says ‘Pay What You Can’ for His Bestselling Diverse Books for Kids

Today, bestselling author Bobby Basil announced parents can buy his three diverse book series for kids — Pedro & Pete, Texting with History, and Travel Bug — for the price they can afford at bobbybasilbooks.com.

Pedro & Pete helps kids learn Spanish with interactive activity books and a companion "Spanish to English" podcast, which ranks as a top education podcast for kids in over 20 countries. Texting with History follows text conversations between curious kid Alex and inspiring figures from Black History, Women's History, and Hispanic Heritage like Frida Kahlo and Harriet Tubman. And interstellar alien Travel Bug explores cultures around the world from Peru down south all the way to Iceland up north.

Amazon awarded Basil the KDP Select All Star prize as an author who has been read the most on its platform. The Theodore Roosevelt Association recognized him as a national finalist for his book "Texting with Theodore Roosevelt." And he became another national finalist in Sundance Institute's New Voices Lab for his virtual reality musical experience for kids.

Basil realized the hundreds of dollars it would cost to buy all his kids' books online was more than most families could afford. So he created his own e-commerce store to offer printable ebook versions. Parents pay what they can, and the price starts at a dollar.

"I want my prices to be as inclusive as the themes in my books," asserted Basil. "Cost shouldn't stop parents from teaching their children about diversity. Diversity for kids is priceless."

Bobby Basil Books for Kids publishes bestselling read-aloud books that entertain and educate preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school early readers. Basil has also written children's stories for companies including Disney, Nickelodeon, and Amazon Studios. To learn more about Bobby Basil's diversity books, visit bobbybasilbooks.com.

Contact Information:
Bobby Basil
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Beckett Collectibles Announces Auction of ‘Rarest Card in Yu-Gi-Oh! History’: The One-of-One ‘Tyler the Great Warrior’ Card

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Beckett Collectibles Announces Auction of ‘Rarest Card in Yu-Gi-Oh! History’: The One-of-One ‘Tyler the Great Warrior’ Card
Card's 18-year journey begins with cancer survivor Tyler Gressle's Make-A-Wish Foundation request and concludes with next week's Beckett/eBay/Collectable auction


\"Tyler The Great Warrior\" Yu-Gi-Oh! Card

Beckett Collectibles Set to Auction \"Tyler The Great Warrior\" Yu-Gi-Oh! card

Next week, Beckett Collectibles will partner with eBay and Collectable to auction the world's rarest Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card—the ultra-rare, 1-of-1 "Tyler the Great Warrior" card. 

At age 14, Tyler Gressle was stricken with a rare liver cancer and contacted the Make-A-Wish Foundation with a request: He wanted to personally create a card for Yu-Gi-Oh!, the Japanese trading card game he loved. An avid drawer and Yu-Gi-Oh! player, this idea united two of his passions, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation saw merit in the concept and contacted Yu-Gi-Oh! and its creators.

The Gressle family was eventually connected with the company behind Yu-Gi-Oh!. Gressle designed the first draft of the card himself, and the late, celebrated Kazuki Takahashi took Gressle's designs and turned it into an official Yu-Gi-Oh! card. Takahashi chose the name— "Tyler the Great Warrior," and the concept went straight from printing to slab, with no human hands handling the finished card during production. 

"Over the past 20 years of my involvement in trading card games (TCG), I have had the opportunity to see an abundance of rare and obscure cards," said Ian Mcdaries, Beckett's lead TCG verifier. "From world-famous cards such as the Pikachu Illustrator to the prestigious BGS 10 Alpha Black Lotus, 'Tyler the Great Warrior' represents the pinnacle of my TCG career. As someone who has collected and played Yu-Gi-Oh! since its genesis back in 2002, having the opportunity to be a part of Tyler's journey was a real privilege."

Since its printing, the card acquired a lore of its own, with collectors debating its existence. Today, it is the rarest Yu-Gi-Oh! Card in history. Gressle approached Beckett Collectibles to grade the card, and after two decades, "Tyler the Great Warrior" will pass to its next owner. The auction can be viewed here.

About Beckett Collectibles

The mission of Beckett Collectibles is to provide the most amazing products and services on the planet for collectors. The iconic brand was founded in 1979 by Dr. James Beckett as a pricing guide for classic American sports cards. The company has since expanded into several other collectible categories with its signature price guidance, grading services, and print and digital tools for enthusiasts and professionals in the hobby. With over 30 years of experience assembling the industry's most comprehensive collectibles database, Beckett is uniquely positioned to become the world's premier alternative assets platform.

Contact Information:
Scott Roskind
Chief Visionary Officer
[email protected]


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Steps to Recovery Opens Outpatient Clinic in Lehigh Valley for Mental Health and Addiction Treatment

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Steps to Recovery Opens Outpatient Clinic in Lehigh Valley for Mental Health and Addiction Treatment
Steps to Recovery expands its continuum of care to support Pennsylvania's mental health and substance use disorder treatment need for services.


Steps to Recovery - Lehigh Valley

Steps to Recovery - Lehigh Valley

Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare, a leading provider of mental health and addiction treatment services, proudly announces the opening of its newest outpatient location in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. As part of Odyssey's expanding network of services, the Steps to Recovery Lehigh Valley location was developed to meet the community's growing need for superior clinical treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. 

Steps to Recovery offers a full continuum of care for addiction and mental health conditions, along with their sister program Silver Pines, that includes detoxification services, residential programs, and outpatient programs with supportive housing to step each client down successfully as they progress towards recovery. 

According to the most recent information from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) in Pennsylvania in 2021 and OpenData PA:

  • 1,814,000 adults in Pennsylvania have a mental health condition and 598,000 of those did not receive needed mental health care.
  • Over the past 5 years, Pennsylvania ERs saw nearly 50,000 visits for opioid overdoses.
  • In 2022, 3,018 Pennsylvanians died from accidental and undetermined overdoses.

"Pennsylvania has a high demand for outpatient substance use and mental health treatment services, and we are dedicated to serving the individuals in this community through the expansion of Steps To Recovery's locations to improve access to care," said Richard Clark, CEO of Odyssey. "This expansion furthers our mission of providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment in Pennsylvania, and throughout the country, and we're proud to support the individuals and families of this community in their recovery journey."

Steps To Recovery Lehigh Valley treats adults of all genders (18 years and older), offering a partial hospitalization program (PHP) and an intensive outpatient program (IOP) with day and evening options available. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options and psychiatric medication management are offered at all levels of care, and programming is trauma-informed, individualized, and accredited by the Human Rights Campaign as a leader in providing LGBTQ+ services to support each person's success toward lasting recovery.

To learn more, visit the Steps To Recovery — Lehigh Valley web page.

About Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare

Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare, founded in 2015, has clinically diverse services treating adults, young adults, and adolescents with eating disorders, psychiatric disorders, dual diagnoses, and addictive disorders. Odyssey provides a comprehensive continuum of care that includes inpatient, detoxification, intensive residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and transitional living programs at over 35 locations and across nine states.

Contact Information:
Vicki Smith
Chief Marketing Officer, Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare
[email protected]
615-864-8145


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Melissa Barrera to star in secret monster thriller from Radio Silence

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Melissa Barrera to star in secret monster thriller from Radio Silence

Scream star Melissa Barrera to reunite with Radio Silence as she will star in their secret monster thriller for Universal Pictures.

Deadline has reported that Melissa Barrera is set to reunite with Radio Silence for an untitled monster thriller set up at Universal.

Radio Silence’s Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett will direct the project which was scripted by Stephen Shields, with revisions by Guy Busick. Radio Silence started developing the project after the success of last year’s Scream, but when Paramount scrambled to get Scream VI going as quickly as possible, they put it on the back burner. The project is heating up again and the director’s have been meeting with talent. Deadline’s report states that it “became evident pretty quickly that Barrera was the perfect fit for the role following two successful shoots with the rising star and offered her the part.” Melissa Barrera has starred in the last two Scream movies as Sam Carpenter.

The untitled monster thriller will provide “a unique take on legendary monster lore and will represent a fresh, new director for how to celebrate these classic characters.” After the failure of the Dark Universe, the studio has decided against bringing their legendary monsters together in a shared universe. Instead, each new project will be filmmaker-driven with no restrictions on budget, rating, or genre. It’s not clear which monster Radio Silence will tackle, or who Melissa Barrera will play, but previous reports stated that the project used to be titled Dracula’s Daughter.

Melissa Barrera can currently be seen in Scream VI, which has proven to be another big success for the franchise. She will next be seen starring alongside Paul Mescal in a modern musical reimagining of Carmen. The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival last year and is expected to hit theaters later this year. Speaking of the Universal Monsters, tomorrow will see the release of Renfield, a horror comedy starring Nicolas Hoult as the long-suffering servant of Dracula (Nicolas Cage). He finds a new lease on life in modern-day New Orleans when he falls in love with Rebecca Quincy (Awkwafina) and decides to finally stand up to his creator in hopes of finally breaking free of his servitude. You can check out a review of Renfield from our own David Arroyo right here.

Originally published at https://www.joblo.com/melissa-barrera-radio-silence-secret-monster-thriller/

Cannabis Community College Celebrates 4/20 With ‘Baby Got Bud’ Parody Video and Complimentary Courses

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Cannabis Community College Celebrates 4/20 With ‘Baby Got Bud’ Parody Video and Complimentary Courses
In celebration of 4/20, Cannabis Community College is providing its entire curriculum free of charge for anyone interested in cannabis education or certification to work in the legal market.

Today, leading cannabis education provider Cannabis Community College celebrates the cannabis holiday 4/20 by releasing the parody Baby Got Bud video by "Sir Toke-A-Lot." The organization is also giving away free cannabis courses and certifications on its platform until the month's end to empower tomorrow's industry professionals.

The entire curriculum is available free of charge by using the discount code 420FREE at checkout. 

"We wanted to do something fun and different this year to help celebrate the growth of our industry and thought it would be effective to educate through a parody and to offer free education," said Christi McAdams, founder of Cannabis Community College. 

Cannabis Community College (CCC) provides state-specific education enabling students to work in any sector of the legal cannabis industry. Its platform covers state compliance, regulations, standard operating procedures, and much more. All of the courses are taught by leading industry experts who lend their insider knowledge on a variety of topics.

CCC also assists students looking for jobs through its paid intern project. The college has already trained and helped place over 2,000 students nationwide and anticipates boosting that number considerably this year. 

"Our industry offers unlimited growth potential to anyone with a good work ethic; therefore, we strive to educate and onboard as many people as we can reach," McAdams added. "Our focus isn't on making money — it's on changing people's lives."

Depending on the response, CCC may extend its free course offer indefinitely through the college's scholarship programs to guarantee quality cannabis education to anyone, regardless of financial ability.

For more information about Cannabis Community College, visit www.cannabiscommunitycollege.com. 

Contact Information:
Rachelle Gordon
Journalist
[email protected]

Andrea Zavala
Public Relations
[email protected]
(702) 844-9962


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Global Fashion Brand Cupshe Launches New Recycled Swimwear Collection

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Global Fashion Brand Cupshe Launches New Recycled Swimwear Collection
The Recycled Swimwear Collection is now available to shop exclusively on Cupshe.com

Cupshe, the leading global fashion and beachwear e-tailer, has announced the launch of its latest capsule, The Recycled Swim Collection. Now available for purchase, the collection marks a significant step for Cupshe towards a more circular fashion model.

The Recycled Swim Collection boasts 14 new swim styles, from one-pieces to strappy bikinis in earthy hues of blue, green, and beige. Each collection piece is made with 82%-85% recycled nylon, 18% spandex and 100% recycled polyester for the lining. The recycled fabric is composed of Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certified recycled nylon and polyester derived from both pre-consumer and post-consumer materials, as well as yarn waste and water bottles. This standard traces the entire supply chain to ensure all products made with a minimum of 20% recycled material meet strict environmental and social principles, including safe working conditions, fair wages, environmental safety requirements and chemical restrictions. Cupshe's commitment to ethical and environmentally-friendly manufacturing practices extends beyond GRS certification, as the collection, along with all other Cupshe products, are BSCI (Business Social Compliance Initiative) compliant. This compliance ensures that factories undergo routine audits to uphold ethical treatment of workers, with stringent health and safety standards in place.

"At Cupshe, we believe in taking steps toward a better tomorrow," says Jessie Han, Senior Marketing Director at Cupshe. "Our new Recycled Swim Collection reflects our dedication to both fashion and environmental responsibility, while also ensuring affordability for all. We're so excited to create something that's better for the planet while being accessible and stylish to everyone!"

Cupshe has also announced a global transition to exclusively using biodegradable packaging that is made with nutrient-rich materials, minimizing the brand's impact on the environment. In addition to shifting to biodegradable packaging, Cupshe has implemented various other sustainable measures, such as energy-efficient digital textile printing that has saved over 10.5 billion gallons of water and reduced emissions and excess waste. The brand sources high-quality materials that are durable to offset overconsumption, with design and quality at the forefront of Cupshe's products.

Customers worldwide can now shop the Recycled Swim Collection on Cupshe.com. The collection ranges from sizes XS to XL and retails between $29.99 - $33.99 USD, with campaign assets available here. 

About Cupshe:

Founded in 2015, Cupshe is a global fashion e-tailer, offering standard and plus-size swimwear and apparel inspired by and created for vibrant, fun, and fearless women everywhere. The brand is committed to its mission of empowering women to look and feel their best in quality, elevated and accessible swimwear. Widely known for their meticulous attention to fit and function, Cupshe has been Amazon's number one best-selling swimwear line for five consecutive years. Celebrity fans of Cupshe include Madison Prewett, Stassie Karanikolaou, Lauren Luyendyk, Kendall Jenner, JoJo Fletcher, Olivia Culpo, Hilary Duff, Bella Thorne, and more. For more information, visit Cupshe.com.

Contact Information:
Kendra Hettig
[email protected]


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Tonic3 Obtains Patent for Augmented Reality Platform

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Tonic3 Obtains Patent for Augmented Reality Platform
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Granted Patent on March 25 for Tonic3's 'Augmented Reality (AR) Platform'


Augmented Reality Management System

Image of Tonic3's patented Augmented Reality Management System

Tonic3, a leading provider of Enterprise User Experience and Engineering Solutions, recently announced a milestone. On March 25, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) granted a patent for its "Augmented Reality (AR) platform."

The patent covers a unique method of processing augmented reality technology as a platform ecosystem, including specialized experience triggers and multi-device experience synchronization. 

This is Tonic3's first patent, made possible through the work of its XR Labs, a specialized research and publishing team focused on providing thought leadership and best practices to the extended reality (XR) industry. XR refers to immersive technologies, including virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality. AR is a set of technologies that allow users to visualize part of the real world through a technological device with graphical information added by the user.

"At our XR Labs, we focus on the end-user first by applying techniques and empirical models to create groundbreaking technology applications in augmented reality, virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and other related fields," said Preston McCauley, Director of Innovation at Tonic3, about this recent and valuable achievement.

Tonic3 has been a leader in technology development for several years and works with clients from many industries. The patent grant reflects part of the company's future as it combines UX expertise with cutting-edge technology and the ability to fully deliver solutions.

About Tonic3

Tonic3 has been dedicated to humanizing digital connections for over 25 years, through insight-driven solutions in Enterprise UX, Development, and now AR/VR. The company has 100 full-time team members in the United States and Latin America, working with diverse clients across multiple verticals, ranging from Fortune 100 to funded startups.

Tonic3's XR Labs is a specialized research and publishing team dedicated to bringing thought leadership to the extended reality (XR) industry, as well as recognizing and establishing XR best practices. From neurological and physiological impacts to XR research methodologies and design and coding processes that help deliver real-world XR experiences, XR Labs aims to build and share a knowledge base that encourages the growth of a digitally connected XR future for people around the world.

For more information, please visit www.tonic3.com or follow company news on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/tonic3/.

Contact Information:
Joe Edwards
CEO
[email protected]
214.774.2390

Alejandra Sanchez
Head of Customer Success
[email protected]
214.774.2390


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