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US - Oct 10, 2026 - In 1951, a Texas town of 400 residents avoided condemnation for a federal dam; 75 years later, a 90-year-old landowner and his neighbors have temporarily halted a 30-foot border wall on the same riverfront - In San Ygnacio, Texas, a border wall construction project poses a significant threat to local properties, sparking an intense legal battle among residents. Notably, a 90-year-old landowner is at the forefront, contesting the government's actions by referencing historical records. The community previously thwarted a federal dam project in 1951, enabling them to safeguard their land.

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