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He was one of the first to champion preservation in Houston’s modern era. Read it: HoustonChronicle. com/Truxillo

A campaign letter says “gay rights Democrats” are trying to take over Pearland city government. Read it: HoustonChronicle. com/PearlandLetter The Texans will get plenty of chances to stand in the spotlight in their upcoming season. Read it: HoustonChronicle. com/TexansSchedule