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Suburb of Lansing, MI
Current Resident: I’ve lived in Okemos since I was a 2 year old and I just love it here! To me it’s the safest, people here are so loving, friendly, welcoming, compassionate, and helpful. There are many different beautiful trails you can go walk in through. Great schools in the area. The teachers are great educators.... Read 86 reviews
Population 24,295
#1 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
Suburb of Lansing, MI,
86 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I’ve lived in Okemos since I was a 2 year old and I just love it here! To me it’s the safest, people here are so loving, friendly, welcoming, compassionate, and helpful. There are many different....
I’ve lived in Okemos since I was a 2 year old and I just love it here! To me it’s the safest, people here are so loving, friendly, welcoming, compassionate, and helpful. There are many different....
Read 86 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 24,295,
Suburb of Detroit, MI
Current Resident: Huntington Woods is a welcoming community of caring neighbors. The community facilities are excellent. There is also an excellent range of services and community activities that meet a wide range of needs and interests for families, seniors as well as singles and couples.... Read 21 reviews
Population 6,303
#2 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
Suburb of Detroit, MI,
21 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Huntington Woods is a welcoming community of caring neighbors. The community facilities are excellent. There is also an excellent range of services and community activities that meet a wide range....
Huntington Woods is a welcoming community of caring neighbors. The community facilities are excellent. There is also an excellent range of services and community activities that meet a wide range....
Read 21 reviews.
Population: 6,303,
Niche User: Quiet country living yet close to the city. Friendly neighbors who live here to be way from city life and raise a family.... Read 12 reviews
Population 6,551
#3 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
12 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says Quiet country living yet close to the city. Friendly neighbors who live here to be way from city life and raise a family..
Quiet country living yet close to the city. Friendly neighbors who live here to be way from city life and raise a family..
Read 12 reviews.
Population: 6,551,
Ann Arbor, MI•
Private School•
PK, K-8
Parent: We have been spoiled by SK! Our child is thriving academically and socially thanks to their teaching philosophy and caring/proactive staff. The teachers focus their lessons on what the students are most interested in and blend all academic subjects centered around that topic to bring a truly holistic lesson plan together (reading, math, science, social studies, art, etc.). With the small class sizes they are able to focus individually on kids and meet them where they are at academically. It is also a very nurturing environment focused on empowering the students to think independently and take action on topics that are of importance to them.... Read 13 reviews
Students 125
Student-teacher ratio 9:1
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
ANN ARBOR, MI,
PK, K-8,
13 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says We have been spoiled by SK! Our child is thriving academically and socially thanks to their teaching philosophy and caring/proactive staff. The teachers focus their lessons on what the students are....
We have been spoiled by SK! Our child is thriving academically and socially thanks to their teaching philosophy and caring/proactive staff. The teachers focus their lessons on what the students are....
Read 13 reviews.
Students: 125,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,
Current Resident: I've lived in Bloomfield Township and direct surrounding areas ever since I moved to the Detroit Metro area in 2002. I have no plans of moving anywhere else in the area. This is a great area if not the best. Great for commuting access. You will need a car, public transportation seems to have bypassed most of the area. Higher End stores, malls, restaurants, and people. Higher educated primarily with mostly professionals and retired professionals. The people are diverse yet not really economically diverse. Very safe, quiet, great for schools for children. Clean, surrounded by lakes, and golf courses.... Read 71 reviews
Population 42,031
#4 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
71 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I've lived in Bloomfield Township and direct surrounding areas ever since I moved to the Detroit Metro area in 2002. I have no plans of moving anywhere else in the area. This is a great area if not....
I've lived in Bloomfield Township and direct surrounding areas ever since I moved to the Detroit Metro area in 2002. I have no plans of moving anywhere else in the area. This is a great area if not....
Read 71 reviews.
Population: 42,031,
Suburb of Grand Rapids, MI
Current Resident: East Grand Rapids is an amazing small community full of caring and kind families and people. It has an awesome school district with great teachers just waiting to teach your kiddos to the best of their ability. As an EGR alumni I can say I could not have asked for a better place to live and grow. I hope if you consider living here be prepared to have an amazing little community with a quaint little area called Gaslight where you can hang and have a great time!... Read 31 reviews
Population 11,855
#5 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
Suburb of Grand Rapids, MI,
31 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says East Grand Rapids is an amazing small community full of caring and kind families and people. It has an awesome school district with great teachers just waiting to teach your kiddos to the best of....
East Grand Rapids is an amazing small community full of caring and kind families and people. It has an awesome school district with great teachers just waiting to teach your kiddos to the best of....
Read 31 reviews.
Population: 11,855,
Current Resident: This neighborhood is a very rich and white area. Everyone here is very nice, but not super accepting to outside minorities and ethnic groups. There is a lot of money and competition in this are, but with the money comes along an amazing downtown, great restaurants near, and the amazing Hines park right down the road for all your outdoor needs.... Read 47 reviews
Population 5,968
#6 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
47 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says This neighborhood is a very rich and white area. Everyone here is very nice, but not super accepting to outside minorities and ethnic groups. There is a lot of money and competition in this are, but....
This neighborhood is a very rich and white area. Everyone here is very nice, but not super accepting to outside minorities and ethnic groups. There is a lot of money and competition in this are, but....
Read 47 reviews.
Population: 5,968,
Current Resident: The village is cute! It's small enough to be comfortable, but close enough to larger towns and cities that it's easy to find a happy middle ground between not enough stuff and too much to do. Beautiful scenery, affordable housing, has its own police and fire department.... Read 20 reviews
Population 10,378
#7 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
20 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says The village is cute! It's small enough to be comfortable, but close enough to larger towns and cities that it's easy to find a happy middle ground between not enough stuff and too much to do.....
The village is cute! It's small enough to be comfortable, but close enough to larger towns and cities that it's easy to find a happy middle ground between not enough stuff and too much to do.....
Read 20 reviews.
Population: 10,378,
Current Resident: Cute little town! Every fall they put out skeletons that are doing various activities such as cutting hair, playing guitar, Marilyn Monroe, Policeman, etc. There are several streets that are closed down to make it easy to go through all the little shops available. Lots of good food and things to see and enjoy.... Read 42 reviews
Population 29,174
#8 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
42 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Cute little town! Every fall they put out skeletons that are doing various activities such as cutting hair, playing guitar, Marilyn Monroe, Policeman, etc. There are several streets that are closed....
Cute little town! Every fall they put out skeletons that are doing various activities such as cutting hair, playing guitar, Marilyn Monroe, Policeman, etc. There are several streets that are closed....
Read 42 reviews.
Population: 29,174,
Town in Michigan
Current Resident: I really liked how in Troy there are many options in pursuing different high school educations. There is a whole school based on the IB Program. Then the two main high schools are large and inviting and the Niles High School helos students ready for their future jobs get their quicker. There are also opportunities for so much diversity. As in my own neighborhood, we are filled with different people and languages, and ethnicities!... Read 248 reviews
Population 84,051
#9 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
Town in Michigan,
248 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I really liked how in Troy there are many options in pursuing different high school educations. There is a whole school based on the IB Program. Then the two main high schools are large and inviting....
I really liked how in Troy there are many options in pursuing different high school educations. There is a whole school based on the IB Program. Then the two main high schools are large and inviting....
Read 248 reviews.
Population: 84,051,
Former Resident: In all of Michigan, this has got to be my favorite town to live. I've been everywhere in Michigan and Franklin just has the best of the best. Professional citizens, charming estate style homes, quaint downtown. Only the best of everything and people who really care! The Police and businesses are nothing but AMAZING! I really like that there aren’t a lot of crisp dollars flying around this town.... Read 3 reviews
Population 2,877
#10 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
3 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says In all of Michigan, this has got to be my favorite town to live. I've been everywhere in Michigan and Franklin just has the best of the best. Professional citizens, charming estate style homes,....
In all of Michigan, this has got to be my favorite town to live. I've been everywhere in Michigan and Franklin just has the best of the best. Professional citizens, charming estate style homes,....
Read 3 reviews.
Population: 2,877,
Current Resident: I love living in this area, it is close to school, many jobs, grocery stores and all sorts of shopping! Great for children and super safe. Great area to bike, walk, run and get to know you're neighbors. Would totally recommend living in this area. Lots of children for kids to play with.... Read 79 reviews
Population 28,690
#11 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
79 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I love living in this area, it is close to school, many jobs, grocery stores and all sorts of shopping! Great for children and super safe. Great area to bike, walk, run and get to know you're....
I love living in this area, it is close to school, many jobs, grocery stores and all sorts of shopping! Great for children and super safe. Great area to bike, walk, run and get to know you're....
Read 79 reviews.
Population: 28,690,
Current Resident: It’s a very safe community with great education and a great location. Lots of diverse restaurants, and gorgeous houses. Grosse Pointe has many different groups of people and is very welcoming to anyone. It’s very diverse in many ways. There are many people of many different political beliefs, races, religions, and social classes. I always feel safe walking the streets at night and feel that any stranger I meet will be kind, helpful, and welcoming. There is such a small town feel, having no fast food or strip malls, but both of those things are close by. I have loved growing up here and most definitely want to come back to raise by children here.... Read 43 reviews
Population 9,142
#12 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
43 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says It’s a very safe community with great education and a great location. Lots of diverse restaurants, and gorgeous houses. Grosse Pointe has many different groups of people and is very welcoming to....
It’s a very safe community with great education and a great location. Lots of diverse restaurants, and gorgeous houses. Grosse Pointe has many different groups of people and is very welcoming to....
Read 43 reviews.
Population: 9,142,
Former Resident: If you have to live in the Detroit area, Novi is by far, the best place to live. Everything is nearby. Neighborhoods are safe and very pleasant. Drivers are courteous. And neighbors are terrific! I did not like living in Michigan until I discovered Novi. Everyone with manners is welcome. It is a diverse community, so if you have malevolent yearnings, you may want to live in Garden City , Canton or Howell. Novi is a wonderful place to live. Excellent schools and serious students!... Read 176 reviews
Population 60,439
#13 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
176 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says If you have to live in the Detroit area, Novi is by far, the best place to live. Everything is nearby. Neighborhoods are safe and very pleasant. Drivers are courteous. And neighbors are terrific! I....
If you have to live in the Detroit area, Novi is by far, the best place to live. Everything is nearby. Neighborhoods are safe and very pleasant. Drivers are courteous. And neighbors are terrific! I....
Read 176 reviews.
Population: 60,439,
Current Resident: Beautiful, old homes. Variety of home price points ranging from bargains to OMG. Good value for taxes paid. Great school district. The waterfront parks here are amazing. People are friendly. Don't plan on living an anonymous like a big city. That said, the Pointes are insular. People here already have the friends they grew up with, so it takes time to fit in. Parents have an easier time meeting people. Young singles will find this bedroom community a drag. Restaurants offer good comfort food. There's not much emphasis on new cuisines. Politically and socially, the Park leans far more left than the other Pointes, but there's still work to be done to make this community fully inclusive.... Read 30 reviews
Population 11,108
#14 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
30 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Beautiful, old homes. Variety of home price points ranging from bargains to OMG. Good value for taxes paid. Great school district. The waterfront parks here are amazing. People are friendly. Don't....
Beautiful, old homes. Variety of home price points ranging from bargains to OMG. Good value for taxes paid. Great school district. The waterfront parks here are amazing. People are friendly. Don't....
Read 30 reviews.
Population: 11,108,
Current Resident: We just moved here from California in February 2021 and I really love this town. For making such a big change in geography, I feel very comfortable here. It’s definitely a more high-end town/city. The houses are well maintained, with quality architecture and beautiful landscapes. The neighborhoods are very cute, like being in a Hallmark movie. Some of the homes are amazing mansions. The town center is full of nice restaurants, classy shops, spas and salons, etc. You won’t feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere while living here. Also, the city is so close to everything! I love being able to be 5 minutes away from grocery stores, doctors and hospitals, restaurants, etc. I love walking around this town. It’s just beautiful and the atmosphere seems very safe. Yes, there are some snobby people, but I guess that’s the influence that makes it so nice! I consider this to be the La Jolla of Michigan for those who understand the reference. Minus the ocean!... Read 71 reviews
Population 21,272
#15 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
Featured Review: Current Resident says We just moved here from California in February 2021 and I really love this town. For making such a big change in geography, I feel very comfortable here. It’s definitely a more high-end town/city.....
We just moved here from California in February 2021 and I really love this town. For making such a big change in geography, I feel very comfortable here. It’s definitely a more high-end town/city.....
Population: 21,272,
Current Resident: Lived all over metro Detroit and several other states and Grosse Pointe is our absolute favorite. Strong sense of community, great schools, lakefront parks, safe quiet neighborhoods, beautiful old homes. Don’t want to live anywhere other than the Pointes.... Read 17 reviews
Population 5,176
#16 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
17 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Lived all over metro Detroit and several other states and Grosse Pointe is our absolute favorite. Strong sense of community, great schools, lakefront parks, safe quiet neighborhoods, beautiful old....
Lived all over metro Detroit and several other states and Grosse Pointe is our absolute favorite. Strong sense of community, great schools, lakefront parks, safe quiet neighborhoods, beautiful old....
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Population: 5,176,
Current Resident: Haslett has been the perfect town to live in. It is close to major stores, MSU, and many exciting things but Haslett is really good at keeping all of the secluded from homes. When Im at my house I feel like I am in awhile different world versus when I am out shopping and having a good time. There are many big name restaurants around but there is also a goos amount of small family restaurants that are just as good (if not better) than the big restaurant chains. I think my favorite part about Haslett though is Lake Lansing Parks. Lake Lansing South has the big beautiful lake, an amazing playground for kids and it has so much green grass that you can use for picnics, laying in, or playing games like football. Lake Lansing north has another amazing playground, some softball/baseball fields, and stunning walking trails. I would 100% recommend Haslett to anyone, young families, college students, working families and even senior citizens. This town has showed me what I want for my home life.... Read 47 reviews
Population 19,223
#17 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
47 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Haslett has been the perfect town to live in. It is close to major stores, MSU, and many exciting things but Haslett is really good at keeping all of the secluded from homes. When Im at my house I....
Haslett has been the perfect town to live in. It is close to major stores, MSU, and many exciting things but Haslett is really good at keeping all of the secluded from homes. When Im at my house I....
Population: 19,223,
Suburb in Michigan
Niche User: Living in Midland has been amazing. I went to elementary through high school in Midland and the school system there is unbeatable, the level of learning is very high and it prepared me for college. Also living in Midland you have so much to do, our biggest tourist attraction is the fridge which is on the Tittabawase river. The bridge connects the skate park and playground with downtown midland which is full of local businesses including my brothers clothing shop. If I had to do it over again I would go back to Midland every time. Its a great city to raise a family.... Read 3 reviews
Population 5,410
#18 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
Suburb in Michigan,
3 Niche users give it an average review of 3.3 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says Living in Midland has been amazing. I went to elementary through high school in Midland and the school system there is unbeatable, the level of learning is very high and it prepared me for college.....
Living in Midland has been amazing. I went to elementary through high school in Midland and the school system there is unbeatable, the level of learning is very high and it prepared me for college.....
Population: 5,410,
Current Resident: Perfect balance between nature and proximity to shops entertainment and restaurants. Very family friendly and save!... Read 22 reviews
Population 19,336
#19 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
22 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Perfect balance between nature and proximity to shops entertainment and restaurants. Very family friendly and save!.
Perfect balance between nature and proximity to shops entertainment and restaurants. Very family friendly and save!.
Read 22 reviews.
Population: 19,336,
City in Michigan
Former Resident: Truly a magical place! A2 exists in its own world and operates drastically different from anywhere outside the city line. As the most educated city in America, A2 is full of sharp and highly intelligent people. These people tend to be very eccentric, youthful, and sometimes prickly or rude, regardless of age. It's a city of the forever young! Very walkable and dense in the urban center and stunningly beautiful everywhere you go. World-class dining, an incredibly diverse population, and a strong sense of community and optimism. Most of the population is incredibly wealthy which in turn makes living costs incredibly expensive for everyone else. However, living here is worth the price tag for the experience. Pro tip living here: take little trips into the real world (outside city lines) to give yourself a mental break sometimes. A2 is such a highly academic environment (even if you're not in school) it can sometimes be draining and feel like you're trapped in a bubble.... Read 542 reviews
Population 121,093
#20 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
City in Michigan,
542 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says Truly a magical place! A2 exists in its own world and operates drastically different from anywhere outside the city line. As the most educated city in America, A2 is full of sharp and highly...Pro tip living here: take little trips into the real world (outside city lines) to give yourself a mental break sometimes. A2 is such a highly academic environment (even if you're not in school) it....
Truly a magical place! A2 exists in its own world and operates drastically different from anywhere outside the city line. As the most educated city in America, A2 is full of sharp and highly...Pro tip living here: take little trips into the real world (outside city lines) to give yourself a mental break sometimes. A2 is such a highly academic environment (even if you're not in school) it....
Read 542 reviews.
Population: 121,093,
Current Resident: Dexter is a small town. Yet, as its population continues to grow the small community feel has stayed and has continued to strive. In March of 2012 an EF3 tornado ripped through Dexter. While it would have been easy to give up, for people to move away, and leave the rubble behind, Dexter did the opposite. The community came together in the dark and picked up the pieces. Everyone was there to help each other in our time of need. Everyday, Dexter fails to surprise me by its incredible sense of community and family because it is something everyone has some to expect from their neighbors. We are the Dreadnaughts, and we will always come together for each other in times of need.... Read 21 reviews
Population 4,691
#21 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
21 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Dexter is a small town. Yet, as its population continues to grow the small community feel has stayed and has continued to strive. In March of 2012 an EF3 tornado ripped through Dexter. While it would....
Dexter is a small town. Yet, as its population continues to grow the small community feel has stayed and has continued to strive. In March of 2012 an EF3 tornado ripped through Dexter. While it would....
Population: 4,691,
Niche User: Dexter is a very nice city with good schools, a nice downtown, and friendly people.... Read 15 reviews
Population 6,778
#22 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
15 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says Dexter is a very nice city with good schools, a nice downtown, and friendly people..
Dexter is a very nice city with good schools, a nice downtown, and friendly people..
Read 15 reviews.
Population: 6,778,
Current Resident: Berkley, MI is a growing city in the Metro Detroit area of which I am proud to live in! Downtown Berkley is becoming a hot spot for those looking to support small businesses, with restaurants, storefronts, and much more! The location is perfect to settle down and start a family or even begin a career, as it surrounds many opportunities. Though I would like to see a grocery store pop up in this city, I believe that Berkley is a bang for your buck!... Read 46 reviews
Population 15,352
#23 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
46 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Berkley, MI is a growing city in the Metro Detroit area of which I am proud to live in! Downtown Berkley is becoming a hot spot for those looking to support small businesses, with restaurants,....
Berkley, MI is a growing city in the Metro Detroit area of which I am proud to live in! Downtown Berkley is becoming a hot spot for those looking to support small businesses, with restaurants,....
Read 46 reviews.
Population: 15,352,
Current Resident: Rochester is a clean, friendly, and safe suburban area. I have grown up and lived here most of my life. It is small enough to make a lot of friends and connections, yet big enough to experience something everyone likes. There are many great options for food and grocery stores including trader joes, whole foods, kroger, meijer, target, as well as a costco and sams club near by. There are quite a few parks and trails that are great for walking or biking. There is a vast selection of shopping that is in close range which I really enjoy.... Read 58 reviews
Population 13,203
#24 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
58 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Rochester is a clean, friendly, and safe suburban area. I have grown up and lived here most of my life. It is small enough to make a lot of friends and connections, yet big enough to experience....
Rochester is a clean, friendly, and safe suburban area. I have grown up and lived here most of my life. It is small enough to make a lot of friends and connections, yet big enough to experience....
Read 58 reviews.
Population: 13,203,
Current Resident: Love Farmington! There is great community, a cute downtown, and beautiful parks and libraries. Would recommend.... Read 17 reviews
Population 10,520
#25 Best Places to Raise a Family in Michigan.
17 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Love Farmington! There is great community, a cute downtown, and beautiful parks and libraries. Would recommend..
Love Farmington! There is great community, a cute downtown, and beautiful parks and libraries. Would recommend..
Population: 10,520,
Online School•
K-12
Senior: I am part of Clonlara's off-campus program, meaning I take most of my classes at home, online, or locally. Clonlara has given me the flexibility to pursue other interests alongside academics and meet fellow students from all over the world through their pen pal program and Discord channel. My advisors have also been wonderful, and I have formed personal connections with both. I have really enjoyed my time at Clonlara and would definitely recommend it to others!... Read 20 reviews
Students 1,990
Student-teacher ratio 33:1
Online School,
K-12,
20 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says I am part of Clonlara's off-campus program, meaning I take most of my classes at home, online, or locally. Clonlara has given me the flexibility to pursue other interests alongside academics and meet....
I am part of Clonlara's off-campus program, meaning I take most of my classes at home, online, or locally. Clonlara has given me the flexibility to pursue other interests alongside academics and meet....
Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Students: 1,990,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 33 to 1,
Beverly Hills, MI•
School District
Senior: Great experience and people! The schools staff is caring and very involved mentally, emotionally, and academically. No student is look over or dismissed. This school gave me a family type of feeling and I appreciate that more then anything from the janitors, security guards, teachers and more.... Read 43 reviews
Students 8,005
Student-teacher ratio 16:1
School District,
Beverly Hills, MI,
43 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says Great experience and people! The schools staff is caring and very involved mentally, emotionally, and academically. No student is look over or dismissed. This school gave me a family type of feeling....
Great experience and people! The schools staff is caring and very involved mentally, emotionally, and academically. No student is look over or dismissed. This school gave me a family type of feeling....
Students: 8,005,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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