The people leading opposition to a proposed border wall in the Big Bend region include archaeologists, ranchers, conservationists, filmmakers and … More
Category: Big Bend National Park
What the 31 Laws Waived for Big Bend Border Construction Actually Do
As the federal government moves forward with plans for additional border infrastructure in the Big Bend region, the U.S. Department … More
Trump administration plans 17 miles of vehicle barriers through Big Bend National Park
The Trump administration confirmed Tuesday that it plans to construct 17 miles of metal vehicle barriers through portions of Big … More
Doggett blasts Trump border waiver in Big Bend, calls park a ‘true crown jewel of Texas’
U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett criticized the Trump administration’s decision to waive environmental protections for border infrastructure projects in and around … More
Trump administration to waive environmental laws for Big Bend border project
The Trump administration will once again bypass federal environmental laws to speed up border security infrastructure projects in the Big … More
Construction start nears for Big Bend border wall
Construction on the Trump administration’s planned border wall through the Big Bend region could begin within weeks, according to reporting … More
Big Bend business owners increasingly voice opposition to border wall construction
A growing number of Big Bend business owners are publicly voicing opposition to border wall construction, with some encouraging residents … More
Help Wanted Poster Seeking Mexican Laborers for Border Wall Project Spotted in Presidio County
A help wanted poster seeking “Mexican laborers” for a border wall construction project in Far West Texas has drawn attention … More
“No Wall on Wheels” Organizers Plan Community Meetings in Alpine, Marfa and Presidio
Organizers opposing a proposed border wall project in the Big Bend region are planning a series of community meetings Wednesday, … More
No Wall on Wheels Rally Planned in Presidio With Free Coffee and Coalition Outreach
Community members interested in learning more about opposition to a proposed border wall in the Big Bend region are invited … More