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Pedestrian Hit in Lynn Haven
March 09, 2010/10:37 PM
A pedestrian is taken to the hospital Tuesday night after being hit by a car.

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Residents Say Nature Park Unfit for Children
March 09, 2010/10:20 PM
Garbage and graffiti sightings are more common than wildlife.

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Gulf Coast Commodores Play One More Game Before Panhandle Conference Begins
March 09, 2010/9:54 PM
Gulf Coast Commodores Play One More Game Before Panhandle Conference Begins

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City Passes Planning Board Amendments
March 09, 2010/9:37 PM
Changes come to Panama City's Comprehensive Plan.

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Student in Bus Crash Dies
March 09, 2010/8:52 PM
The student ,who was partially ejected from a school bus in Monday’s accident near Chattahoochee, has died of her injuries.

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Packed Commission Agenda
March 09, 2010/6:27 PM
What happened at Tuesday's Commission meeting?

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Beach Police Deal With Call Spike
March 09, 2010/6:20 PM
With an increase of spring breakers flocking to the panhandle comes a spike in call volume for law enforcement agencies.

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Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Charged with Sexual Battery
March 09, 2010/5:52 PM
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Pensacola Regional Operations Center today arrested John Mitchell Tomlinson, 46, of Navarre, Fla

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TDC Suggests Permanent Festival Grounds
March 09, 2010/5:45 PM
A festival can be fiscally friendly to the area. The fun helps generate thousands of dollars. However, the price to physically put it all together, sometimes tears the possibility apart.

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Still Time to Get H1N1 Flu Vaccine
March 09, 2010/5:37 PM
It is not too late to protect yourself against the H1N1 Flu by getting a vaccination.

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Medical Center Needs Help
March 09, 2010/5:20 PM
Nurse volunteers and over-the-counter meds are needed at a community medical center.

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Jackson County Drug Task Force Makes Arrest in Marianna
March 09, 2010/5:06 PM
During the course of the last three weeks the Jackson County Drug Task Force has seized over 74 pounds of marijuana, 7 firearms, and over $15,000 cash. These seizures translate to preventing thousands of street level drug transactions in Jackson County and

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Fla. Revenue Projections Mostly on Target
March 09, 2010/4:38 PM
State economists seem to have done a good job predicting how much revenue Florida would collect.

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Fla. Penalties May Stiffen for Student-Teacher Sex
March 09, 2010/4:35 PM
Florida lawmakers are considering longer jail terms for teachers who take sexual advantage of underage students.

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More New Florida Property Insurers in Trouble
March 09, 2010/4:34 PM
Florida's chief financial officer wants to know why several more small startup property insurers in Florida are on the brink of insolvency

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Lawmakers Consider Bill to Restrict Access to 911
March 09, 2010/4:32 PM
Lawmakers are getting ready to debate a bill that would drastically curtail public access to 911 emergency calls

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Airport, Contractor Come to Agreement
March 09, 2010/3:32 PM
A disagreement between the new airport and Phoenix construction is settled, according to Airport Executive Director Randy Curtis.

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Franklin County Residents Urged to Secure Re-Entry Passes
March 09, 2010/3:32 PM
Residents are asked to come to the Emergency Management Office at 28 Airport Road in Apalachicola.

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Airport Ground Transportation
March 09, 2010/3:27 PM
Any taxi cab or limousine company that wants to provide service to the new airport will be allowed, if they can meet the standards specified by the Airport Authority Board.

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Panama City Roadways to be Closed for Run for Babies
March 09, 2010/3:13 PM
The motoring public should be aware that Beach Drive from Harrison Avenue to Frankford Avenue will be temporarily closed for the race from 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.

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Department of Health urges Floridians to be Aware of Gastrointestinal Illnesses
March 09, 2010/11:32 AM
Norovirus is very contagious and can be transmitted person to person, as well as through contaminated water, food or surfaces.

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State Park to Celebrate 75th Anniversary with Wakulla Wildlife Festival
March 09, 2010/10:08 AM
Annual Wakulla Wildlife Festival coincides with 75th Anniversary of Florida State Parks

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FDLE’s New FALCON Technology Demonstrates Its Crime Solving Power
March 09, 2010/9:47 AM
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) announced today that the number of “hits” provided to local law enforcement agencies from fingerprints left at crime scenes has tripled as a result of improved fingerprint matching technology.

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Spring Break Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest
March 09, 2010/8:52 AM
A routine traffic stop for speeding on U.S. Highway 331 in Paxton leads to a drug arrest by the Walton County Sheriff’s Office.

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Free Lights for Beachfront Properties to Help Sea Turtles
March 09, 2010/8:50 AM
Property owners may pick them up at Rachel’s Lighting located at 416 W. 15th St., Panama City, Florida (850-769-2348).

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Zoning Decision Could Stop Condos
March 08, 2010/9:42 PM
Commissioners meet Tuesday to discuss zoning changes that could have impacts for years to come.

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The Commodores Baseball And Sofball Teams Hit The Field Today
March 08, 2010/9:37 PM
The Commodores Baseball And Sofball Teams Hit The Field Today

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1 Arrested, 1 Sought in Burglary Ring
March 08, 2010/8:20 PM
Son arrested in suspected Father-Son Burglary Ring.

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Injuries in Gadsden County School Bus Crash
March 08, 2010/8:17 PM
A bus driver and a student are listed in critical condition after a bus crash in Gadsden County.

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Wheel of Justice
March 08, 2010/7:29 PM
Wheel of Justice

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Let The FCAT Begin
March 08, 2010/6:25 PM
A lot is on the line for students and schools as the statewide test starts Tuesday.

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Mobile Jail Helps Control Chaotic Spring Break
March 08, 2010/6:12 PM
Spring break is here and with it the increase in arrests, but this year a new option for law enforcement will save taxpayers.

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Panama City Police Investigating Daytime Thefts of Electronics
March 08, 2010/4:30 PM
If you have any information in reference to this case or any other crime please contact the Panama City Police Department at 850-872-3100 or on our website at www.panamacitypolice.com. You can also remain anonymous and report your tips to CrimeStoppers at

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Bay County Man Arrested on Multiple Drug Charges
March 08, 2010/1:38 PM
The Panama City Beach Police Department announces the arrest of a Bay County resident, 29-year-old Luke Williams

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North Bay Haven Registration
March 08, 2010/12:17 PM
Bay Haven Charter Academy is expanding with a new school. North Bay Haven is now accepting applications for students through May 15th.

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Washington County Drug Task Force Arrests Five on Various Charges
March 08, 2010/10:36 AM
The Washington County Drug Task Force which consists of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and the Chipley Police Department reports the result of numerous methamphetamine related narcotic investigations.

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GCCC to Show “Iron Jawed Angels” for Women’s History Month
March 08, 2010/8:41 AM
"Iron Jawed Angels" tells the remarkable and little-known story of a group of passionate and dynamic young women, led by Alice Paul (Hilary Swank) and her friend Lucy Burns (Frances O'Connor), who put their lives on the line to fight for American women’s r

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Seaside Marathon Draws Thousands
March 08, 2010/12:24 AM
Thousands of runners are cooling off after a marathon Sunday.

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Women Take to the Skies For 100th Year
March 08, 2010/12:16 AM
Women across the world are safely making their way to the skies for a celebration.

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John Daly is Guest of Honor at the Billy Pierson Golf Tournament
March 07, 2010/9:58 PM
Pro Golfer John Daly visits Panama City Beach for the Billy Pierson Golf Tournament.

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Gulf Coast Wins State Title!
March 06, 2010/10:40 PM
Gulf Coast beats Tallahassee for the FCCAA/NJCAA Region VIII Championship.

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Plane Crashes into Gulf Near Walton County
March 06, 2010/4:09 PM
A WWII aircraft crashed into the Gulf of Mexico Saturday near Walton County.

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Kiwanis News Herald Regional Spelling Bee
March 06, 2010/2:33 PM
Spelling was the buzz today as four students from Bay, Calhoun, Santa Rosa and Washington counties came to Panama City, to compete in the Kiwanis-news herald regional spelling bee.

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New Gulf County Hospital to Open
March 06, 2010/12:40 PM
The first and only hospital in more than ten years in Gulf County is getting ready to open its doors.

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Gulf Coast Advances to Title Game
March 05, 2010/10:18 PM
Gulf Coast beats Palm Beach to advance to the FCCAA Title game against Tallahassee.

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Friday Fest Kicks off With a Crowd
March 05, 2010/9:35 PM
Friday is always a reason to celebrate, but the Downtown Improvement Board is kicking off another season of a growing favorite- Friday Fest.

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Tomatoes in Panhandle Scarce Until April
March 05, 2010/8:40 PM
Tomatoes are becoming harder to find in the panhandle, but the shortage will turn around in April.

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City vs. Beach Hotels
March 05, 2010/7:52 PM
Are more students going to start heading downtown for the quiet?

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WCSO Prepares for Spring Breakers
March 05, 2010/6:44 PM
Spring break means chaos control for most law enforcement and the Walton County Sheriff's Office is no exception.

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Pedestrian Hit Crossing Tyndall Parkway in front of Callaway Wal Mart
March 05, 2010/4:55 PM
Authorities say the 14-year-old boy was attempting to cross the road with a female.

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Teen Hit on Tyndall Parkway
March 05, 2010/4:49 PM
A teenager is hit crossing Tyndall Parkway near Wal-Mart.

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Airport Party Contract
March 05, 2010/4:13 PM
Two local companies have been granted the contract for the new airport celebration party.

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PSJ and Rutherford are both Eliminated from Final Four
March 05, 2010/2:51 PM
Rutherford and Port St. Joe are both eliminated from boy's basketball Final Four.

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Gulf County Stabbings Lead to a Death
March 05, 2010/1:51 PM
A typical house on Tulip Street became the site of a violent crime in Gulf County.

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March 7-13 is National Consumer Protection Week
March 05, 2010/1:34 PM
The Department of Business and Professional Regulation Encourages Consumers Protection Through Education

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Precautionary Boil Water Notice in Santa Rosa Beach
March 05, 2010/1:30 PM
The Regional Utilities system lost pressure on Friday, March 05, 2010, at approximately 12:20 p.m.

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Quit Smoking Now! Free Classes at Walton County Health Dept.
March 05, 2010/11:54 AM
Participants receive free nicotine replacement therapy such as nicotine patches, gum and/or lozenges along with professional consultation, resources and support.

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FWC Offers Hunter Safety Course in Bay County
March 05, 2010/11:44 AM
The course will be at Gulf Coast Community College in Room 243 of the Student Union East building, 5230 West U.S. Hwy. 98 in Panama City. Instruction will be from 6 to 9 p.m. March 16, 18, 23 and 25. The range portion of the class will be March 27 from 8

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Modern Medicine: Gender Specific Knee Replacement
March 05, 2010/12:25 PM
Hundreds of thousands of knee replacements are performed in the U.S. each year, and doctors are considering the differences in the shape of women's knees compared to men.

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GCCC Presents “Singing Commodores and Friends”
March 05, 2010/10:18 AM
Area High School Choirs are Invited to Perform

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Cars Catch Fire in Alcohol Related Crash
March 05, 2010/4:39 AM
Three people sent to the hospital.

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Fatal Stabbing at a Party in Gulf County
March 05, 2010/4:29 AM
A fight at a party leads to a fatal stabbing.

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Students Pack Meals for Haiti on Spring Break
March 04, 2010/10:38 PM
Some spring breakers are making their way to Panama City Beach to pack meals for Haiti this year.

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Gulf Coast Rolls in FCCAA Tournament Opener
March 04, 2010/9:53 PM
Gulf Coast beats Daytona St. in the first round of the FCCAA/NJCAA Region VIII Tournament.

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Stores Get Ready for Cash for Appliances
March 04, 2010/9:33 PM
Cash for Clunkers is coming back, but this time it's for major appliances.

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“STEM” Program
March 04, 2010/9:16 PM
It may not be summer yet, but that isn't stopping some students and parents from preparing.

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Bay County Schools County Wide History Fair
March 04, 2010/9:11 PM
Some of Bay County's brightest students gather together for the county wide history fair.

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Former Police Officer Pleads No Contest
March 04, 2010/8:35 PM
A former police officer, arrested after a sexual predator sting, pleads no contest.

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Plea Changed in Walton Co. DUI Case
March 04, 2010/8:30 PM
Girl charged in 2009 DUI incident changes her plea.

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2 Arrested in Holmes County
March 04, 2010/8:22 PM
Two people are arrested after a search of a Holmes County home.

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Fugitive Arrested near DeFuniak Springs
March 04, 2010/8:17 PM
The U.S. Marshals Florida Regional Fugitive Task Force arrests a fugitive wanted for Felony Violation of Probation just outside of DeFuniak Springs.

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Proposal Could Change Park Name
March 04, 2010/7:21 PM
Grayton Beach State Park in Walton County may soon stand as a living tribute to former governor and US Senator Bob Graham.

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911 Calls: Public or Private?
March 04, 2010/6:04 PM
A House committee is delaying discussion of a bill that would dramatically limit public access to 911 emergency calls.

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New Emergency Operations Center for Bay County
March 04, 2010/6:03 PM
In times of trouble, it's crucial to have a command center. Come hurricanes, floods or tropical storms, there must be a space to keep Bay County safe.

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Health Care Reform
March 04, 2010/5:16 PM
People give their opinions about abortion possibly being funded by the federal government.

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Walton Sheriff’s Office Offers Tips on Retail Theft to Businesses
March 04, 2010/4:48 PM
The Walton County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Services Division is working with area businesses to keep retail theft down to a minimum, as the 2010 Spring Break Season gets underway.

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11 Illegal Aliens Arrested for Document Fraud
March 04, 2010/4:04 PM
Thomas F. Kirwin, the United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida announced that 11 illegal aliens were arrested today by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) special agents and Bay County Sheriff’s deputies following a joint inve

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Holmes County Arrests Woman with Warrants in Three Counties
March 04, 2010/3:59 PM
Anyone with any information on crimes or wanted fugitives is urged to call Crime Stoppers of Holmes County at 1-866-689-8477.

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Boyd Votes to Spur Job Creation in North Florida
March 04, 2010/3:22 PM
Legislation will provide incentives for small business to expand and state and local governments to invest in new infrastructure projects

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Chipley Police Arrest Man on Methamphetamine Charges
March 04, 2010/12:52 PM
Officer French further discovered that Toole was also in possession of chemicals used to produce methamphetamine.

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EPA Extends Comment Period on Proposed Water Quality Standards
March 04, 2010/11:05 AM
U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending the comment period for the agency’s proposed water quality standards.

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Gulf Coast Community College is proud to present “U.S. Foreign Policy to the 20th Century
March 04, 2010/8:41 AM
Gulf Coast Community College is proud to present “U.S. Foreign Policy to the 20th Century” featuring Michael Gattis, assistant professor of History & Political Science.

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High School Baseball
March 03, 2010/10:39 PM
Scores and Highlights from around the Panhandle.

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Termites Bring Bigger Worry This Spring
March 03, 2010/10:21 PM
Homeowners might have more trouble with termites this season. So, pest control companies are gearing up for the phone calls.

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Bills May Ban Texting and Driving
March 03, 2010/10:15 PM
New bill proposals may have everyone putting away their cell phones, at least while behind the wheel.

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Walton School Calendar Changes
March 03, 2010/8:55 PM
Some businesses in Walton County might be shorthanded this summer.

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The Tall Invade Marianna
March 03, 2010/6:51 PM
JUCO Basketball In Marianna.

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Time Change Suggested for Bay County Commission Meetings
March 03, 2010/6:20 PM
The voice of the voter is typically absent when the Bay County Commission chooses to assemble.

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Two More Arrested and Charged in Weekend Robbery
March 03, 2010/4:51 PM
Bay County Sheriff Frank McKeithen announced today the arrest of two more suspects in a strong armed robbery case on February 28, 2010, on Panama City Beach.

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Two Arrested in Washington County for Growing Marijuana
March 03, 2010/3:37 PM
The arrest came after deputies and investigators responded to the French’s residence in the Leisure Lakes area in reference to a domestic violence call where Paulette French allegedly shot at Marty French during an altercation.

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