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Mediterranean Deli and The Story Venue owner Jamil Kadoura spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, February 4. He discussed an upcoming benefit for the LA fire victims at The Story Venue on Franklin Street.

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He also discussed the rebuild of Mediterranean Deli, which he hopes to have reopened in time for graduation. He talked about the support he’s received from the community, and more.

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