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July 2008

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 Hospital hopes to build clinic
 The West Columbia Economic Development Corporation heard a proposal Monday night from Brazosport Regional Health System to build an urgent care clinic in a new building next to the Walgreen’s currently under construction.
 Robert Worley of the Economic Development Alliance of Brazoria County and Daniel Buche of Brazosport Regional Health System spoke to the EDC about the possibility of building an urgent care facility that could be open for business within a year.
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 Brazoria Bridge may be saved, but not repainted
 The continuing existence of the Brazos River Bridge at Brazoria seems more likely following a meeting last week between the city, county and state transportation officials, but while the historic bridge may escape the wrecking ball, it also will not be getting a fresh coat of paint anytime soon.
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 San Bernard River project impact study completed
 The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers released its environmental impact statement last week on the proposed dredging at the mouth of the San Bernard River, finding that re-opening the channel will have a beneficial impact on wildlife, vegetation and overall quality of the river.
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 Celebrations planned throughout West Brazos
 West Brazos area residents will have numerous opportunities this weekend to celebrate America’s freedoms at any or all of the following events.
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 EYE ON CELEBRATE AMERICA — Catfish Mafia was one of the many groups performing at Celebrate America in Brazoria last Saturday.
 
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