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The 15th and final season of "American Idol" is underway. Several of this year's contestants have local ties — and they are in good company.
Throughout the history of "American Idol," contestants from Utah and contestants who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have made their mark on the show.
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