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Highlands County is anthrax hoax central

Apparently Highlands County is the center of the universe for anthrax hoaxes. At least it appears that way, considering the actions of a few people over the last several months. If it weren't so disruptive and caused so much fear - especially at first - it would be comical. But there's nothing funny about someone scaring other people.

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