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Is Dredging the San Jacinto River Enough to Protect Kingwood?

Posted on August 9, 2018 · The buildup of sediment in the river led to much of Kingwood’s flooding during Harvey. Work recently began to dredge a two-mile stretch -- but should more be done?

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Border Wall To Cut Through Texas Wildlife Refuge; Worried Congressmen Want Details

Posted on August 7, 2017 · Federal officials have told landowners and local officials that they plan to build on about 3 miles of the river levee that runs through the Santa Ana National Refuge in Hidalgo County.