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In 1951, a Texas town of 400 escaped a dam; 75 years later, a 90-year-old fights a border wall

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In San Ygnacio, Texas, a border wall construction project poses a significant threat to local properties, sparking an intense legal battle among residents.

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  • Reported by Times of India and published Sat, 10 Oct 2026 06:37:30 UTC.

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