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Moscow snuffs out smoking starting today  

The second city in Idaho to ban smoking in bars begins enforcing the law Tuesday.

Last month, the Moscow City Council passed the law, prohibiting smoking within bars and private clubs, and within 20 feet of any entrance to an establishment that bans smoking.

Fines range between $10 and $50, depending on the level of offense.

Some business owners reacted negatively toward the ban, saying they would lose sales. Others say they will lose customers at first, but expect them to eventually return.

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