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Hot and bothered
Police & Law Enforcement

Hot and bothered

By Jonathan FoxFebruary 24, 2000

The city’s ordinance governing topless clubs is a joke. But Bachman Lake-area residents are determined to get rid of the clubs by any means necessary.

Education

The few, the proud, the battered

By Ann ZimmermanDecember 25, 1997

At Harlingen’s Marine Military Academy, the line between discipline and abuse is sometimes as thin as a knife’s edge.

Education

Hunter or prey?

By Miriam RozenSeptember 25, 1997

Matthew Harden tells the story about his dark days in DISD.

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Business

The son almost rises

By Miriam RozenJuly 3, 1997

The first child and only son approaches his 40th birthday still unable to shake the perception that he operates only in his father’s shadow.

Courts & Lawsuits

“I’ll fight for you!”

By Thomas KorosecJanuary 9, 1997

You want Brian Loncar on your side, all right. Ask anyone who’s made the mistake of crossing him.

Police & Law Enforcement

Love is a killer

By Ellise PierceOctober 17, 1996

The murder of Adrianne Jones has left Mansfield teens feeling dazed and betrayed.

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Police & Law Enforcement

The haunting

By Laura MillerOctober 3, 1996

To the grief of his children and his wife’s family, Walker Railey is resurrecting his story.

Courts & Lawsuits

Honky-tonk from hell

By Thomas KorosecAugust 8, 1996

Liquor and lawsuits keep flowing at the legendary Crystal Chandelier.

Sports

Just don’t bite

By Kaylois HenryJanuary 25, 1996

The birth of UFC, before it was the sport of presidents.

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Business

Moncrief family values

By Miriam RozenJune 15, 1995

A wealthy Fort Worth oil clan’s court battle isn’t just about millions. It’s about pride.

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