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Posted on February 23, 2023 · On Thursday's show: We get an update on the proposed rail merger between Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern and its potential impact on the Houston area.

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Posted on December 23, 2022 · If traditionally strong December 23 sales are lighter this year, it will more likely be because of fears about inflation, not the cold.

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LIVE On-Location at Old Town Spring to Celebrate the Holidays and Support Small Businesses

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Posted on December 10, 2022 · Exploring the history and everything this Houston-area gem has to offer for the holiday season.

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