Posts by Molly Montgomery, Searchlight New Mexico

The Vatican may grant sainthood to a nun who knew Billy the Kid, tended the sick, taught children and advocated for immigrants. Making that happen requires a unique blend of faith and boots-on-the-ground dedication. By Molly Montgomery, Searchlight New Mexico This story was originally published at Searchlight New Mexico, a NMPBS partner. There are lines…

As conservationists know, these clever dam-building rodents are a boon to recovering wetlands. But they can also contribute to flooding that causes catastrophic damage to acequias, which are crucial to traditional farmers in villages like Chimayó, New Mexico. This story was originally published at Searchlight New Mexico, a NMPBS partner. By Molly Montgomery, Searchlight New…