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        "description": "Billings native Jerry Valentine has risen from pinball novice to Montana State Champion and is now preparing to compete at the national level.",
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        "description": "If the funding bill passes, members of Congress could receive a raise of up to 3.8%, or about $6,600 annually. Congress has to pass the bill, which also includes $100 billion for disaster relief, before Saturday to avoid a partial government shutdown.",
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        "title": "Law enforcement raises money for Billings area Special Olympics athletes",
        "description": "Special Olympics supporters host the annual Polar Plunge on Friday night, at the REI Co-op parking lot. Law enforcement has a goal of raising $50,000.",
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