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161. Former Assistant City Manager Lori Houston Reflects on 23 Years at City Hall and Her Next Steps

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine the career and leadership journey of Lori Houston, former Assistant City Manager for San Antonio and now CEO of CE Group—a prominent event, public relations, and marketing organization with deep roots in the city.Bob Rivard sits down with ...  Show more

160. How a Polluted Lake Became a Wildlife Haven in San Antonio

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine the transformation of Mitchell Lake on San Antonio’s South Side—from decades as a city sewage dump to its current status as a 1,200-acre urban wildlife sanctuary and a critical stop along the Central Flyway for hundreds of migratory bird ...  Show more

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