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War Zoned

By Steve Jansen June 23, 2011

It's a Thursday afternoon and Robert Searcy stands in front of an indoor prayer nook in his Glenbrook Valley home. The realtor is excited to show off the details of his mid-century modern residence, and this miniature worship center is one of the... More >>>

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Robert Searcy argues that Glenbrook Valley's throwback essence cannot be protected if the historic-district application fails.

Leticia and Joe Ablaza have alleged that Searcy and his crew used racist tactics during the petition process.

Historic-preservation opponents have claimed that Spanish-language speakers such as Carmen Villarreal were tricked into signing the historic district petition.

Stephen Stovall has been shunned by his fellow mid-century modern fanatics since speaking out against Glenbrook Valley's pending honor.

Secundino Vasquez, who also feels like he was duped, no longer talks to his longtime neighbor.

Instead of outfitting his recently purchased Glenbrook Valley home, Maverick Welsh had to spend time giving an affidavit about "waving to some neighbors."

Robert Searcy has had several run-ins with longtime Glenbrook Valley resident T.C. Burton, who displays multiple Confederate flags at his home.

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Instead of outfitting his recently purchased Glenbrook Valley home, Maverick Welsh had to spend time giving an affidavit about "waving to some neighbors."

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Instead of outfitting his recently purchased Glenbrook Valley home, Maverick Welsh had to spend time giving an affidavit about "waving to some neighbors."

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