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EastLake Community Church heals after tent collapse kills one at anniversary celebration

Published: June 14, 2026 at 6:11 PM

EastLake Community Church is healing after a tent collapsed Friday night during an anniversary celebration, killing one man and injuring more than 20 people.

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