New Arlington residential projects headed for development
Two residential subdivisions, both with connections to former alderman and land developer Glen Bascom, are moving toward construction in Arlington.
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Two residential subdivisions, both with connections to former alderman and land developer Glen Bascom, are moving toward construction in Arlington.
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