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+# pict-rs 0.5.17-pre.4
+
+pict-rs is a simple image hosting microservice, designed to handle storing and retrieving images,
+animations, and videos, as well as providing basic image processing functionality.
+
+## Overview
+
+pict-rs 0.5.17-pre.4 adds handling for rare cases where variant records exist and refer to missing
+files. These records should now be properly cleaned upon request.
+
+## Upgrade Notes
+
+There are no significant changes from 0.5.17-pre.3. Upgrading should be as simple as pulling a new
+version of pict-rs.