OTHER ITEMS AND CHARGES (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023	Jun. 30, 2022	Jun. 30, 2023	Jun. 30, 2022
Unusual or Infrequent Items, or Both [Abstract]
Expense from acquisition activities	$ 3,677	$ 1,019	$ 6,540	$ 3,062
Legal settlement	$ 6,150	$ 0	$ 6,150	$ 0

The aggregate amount of expense associated with legal, consulting and other similar costs recognized during the accounting period associated with the acquisition and integration of acquired businesses or select development projects

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