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EPISODE · Aug 25, 2026 · 13 MIN

Big Bend historic site damaged by border wall construction; A hike through Ouachita National Forest

from NTX Now · host KERA News

An archeologist says early construction activities to build a border wall in the Big Bend region have already damaged a notorious historic massacre site in Presidio County. Marfa Public Radio’s Zoe Kurland reports. Plus, once the heat finally lightens up, it'll be time to get outside again. And if you're up for driving a few hours, Arkansas offers spectacular hikes through the Ouachita National Forest. Our nature correspondent Yfat Yossifor recently visited and talks with our Miranda Suarez about the experience. 

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