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  21. HP Land For Sale Is Precious

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  22. Woodway Pines Townhomes At 701 Bering Dr.

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  23. West Alabama St. And Sage Rd.

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  31. Neighborhood Champions

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  36. Downtown Houston Won't Allow Signs

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  39. Vacant Lot Sales

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  40. Historic Houston Buildings Win International Honor

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