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Subsequent Events | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2011
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Subsequent Events | 10. Subsequent Events On July 15, 2011, Sonic issued a redemption notice to holders of the 8.625% Notes to redeem the remaining $42.9 million in aggregate principal amount of its outstanding 8.625% Notes. Sonic will use cash on hand and available borrowings under the 2011 Credit Facilities to redeem the remaining $42.9 million in aggregate principal amount at the applicable redemption price (100% of principal redeemed) plus accrued but unpaid interest on August 16, 2011.

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- Definition The entire disclosure for significant events or transactions that occurred after the balance sheet date through the date the financial statements were issued or the date the financial statements were available to be issued. Examples include: the sale of a capital stock issue, purchase of a business, settlement of litigation, catastrophic loss, significant foreign exchange rate changes, loans to insiders or affiliates, and transactions not in the ordinary course of business. + Details
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