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(Mark Eddington | The Salt Lake Tribune) Volunteers work at the St George dinosaur site on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

(Mark Eddington | The Salt Lake Tribune) Volunteers work at the St George dinosaur site on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

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