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Local Vigil Planned For Orlando Shooting Victims

(KNZA)--A local organization is planning a public remembrance for the victims of the mass shooting at an Orlando, Florida nightclub. 

The Hiawatha-based Double the Love, Divide the Hate Foundation will host the candlelight vigil Sunday evening at 9:30. It will take place at the fountain at the Hiawatha Police Department. 

According to a post on the foundation's Facebook page, the memorial ceremony will include a few moments of quiet reflection and prayers for the victims of the shooting. 

Candles will be provided, along with information on how the public can offer assistance to those affected by the tragedy. 

According to the Associated Press, 50 people were killed, and another 53 were wounded, when a gunman opened fire at the crowded nightclub early Sunday morning. 

The shooting, being investigated as an act of terrorism, is the worst mass shooting in the history of the United States. 

The accused gunman was killed in a firefight with authorities. 

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