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Koi, pond fans find kindred hearts

Cardiologist Lee Goldberg was having a tough time getting a koi pond installed in his backyard.

Fish shtick: Judge scrutinizes koi

Garry Chin of Sacramento will be judging koi at the Shasta Koi & Water Club's koi show in Redding. He looks for fish with good form, nice scales, vibrant colors and a powerful presence.