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Stages and viewing stands were erected on neighborhood business thoroughfares, judges were empaneled, and prizes were awarded. For many, this local celebration was central to their Carnival.

Carnival always breathes life into the economy of Vila Vintem, on Rio de Janeiro’s west side, but this year there’s even more, with its Unidos de Padre Miguel samba school back in the top parade leagu ...