Smoke fills part of Aventura Mall after restaurant fire, all-clear given
According to mall officials, the incident occurred in the courtyard near the slide tower.
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After graduating college, moved to Bismarck, North Dakota to pursue her dream of reporting.
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According to mall officials, the incident occurred in the courtyard near the slide tower.
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