Maya Kapoor won a silver in magazine writing for a feature story about the federally threatened Yaqui catfish.
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When times are stressful, the animals of HCN are here to help
Take a mental health break and indulge in some photos of our favorite nonhumans.
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HCN mourns the passing of Norman Harry
Leader of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe was known for his lack of pretense.
Posted in2020
High Country News wins 23 National Native media awards
Network of Native American journalists recognizes HCN’s Indigenous affairs desk.
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How anti-Indigeneity proliferates around the West and the world
Across the globe, anti-Indigenous organizations and sympathizers work to undermine the collective rights of Indigenous peoples.
Posted in2020
High Country News to invest $10 million for expanded staff and technology
The 50-year old magazine plans to bring its stories to a wider audience.
Posted inAugust 1, 2020: Infectious Ideologies
Fresh minds join the fold
We welcome three new editorial interns, albeit remotely.
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Tell us about your West
As we celebrate our 50th anniversary, we want to hear from our readers.
Posted inJuly 1, 2020: 'I am here fighting for my life and future children'
Grateful in turbulent times
HCN’s journalism continues, thanks to great supporters.
Posted inMarch 16, 2020: Wiring the Wild
Student journalists and a new face
Editors take time to help student journalists understand the craft, and a photo editor joins the staff.
Posted in2020
High Country News names new Executive Director/Publisher
Greg Hanscom to lead award-winning, 50-year-old, nonprofit magazine covering the Western United States
Posted in2020
High Country News – the voice of the West — celebrates 50 years and looks to the future
Pioneering nonprofit unveils $10 million campaign to expand its editorial work and influence.
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The modern West: a roundup of our best photos of the year
In 2019, photographers captured nuance in the people and places around the region.
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Ten stories that got your attention in 2019
From racism to renewable energy to corruption, our reporting featured a variety of communities and perspectives from the West.
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We get by with a little help from our friends
The future of journalism is collaborative. Read some of our favorite stories from HCN partners this year.
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High Country News wins 19 National Native Media Awards
For the past two years, we’ve built a tribal affairs desk that centers Native voices for a Native audience.
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Call for pitches: Books & Authors special issue 2019
Help us celebrate the West’s writers and writing.
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A year across the West through the eyes of our photographers
The best photos of 2018.
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Our best longreads this year
In 2018, we sought to challenge your most preciously held views of the West.
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See winter solstice around the West
After the longest night of the year, earth tilts once again toward the sun.