In a small town once plagued by childhood cancer, some families still search for answers.
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March 3, 2014
A small Nevada town struggles with a legacy of cancer, a Californian works to protect ancient petroglyphs in the face of solar development, the newly unendangered minnow, and more.
Feature
Current
An endangered Oregon minnow recovers, while many native fish still struggle.
Artist Leonard Knight dies at 82.
A proposed Mexico-to-Canada highway gets mixed reactions.
Now companies need a permit to use the controversial ingredient.
Editor's Note
Uncertainty about the effects of chemicals and environmental contaminants on human health often justifies lax regulation. Should it?
Uncommon Westerners
Alfredo Figueroa fights to protect ancient land art in southern California.
Essays
Making peace with growing older, on a hike near Patagonia, Arizona.
Book Reviews
Artwork curated by Barbara C. Matilsky shows a changing landscape.
A review of ‘The Son' by Philipp Meyer.
A review of ‘In the Light of Justice’ by Walter Echo-Hawk
Heard Around the West
Mishaps and mayhem from around the West.
Dear Friends
Board of directors meeting, visits from friends and remembrances.
Letters
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