Mary Cantrell
ReporterMary is a journalist committed to serving communities across Far West Texas. Her past experience as a reporter for The Big Bend Sentinel newspaper taught her the value of local news and instilled in her a deep appreciation for the region’s land and people.
Before moving to Marfa in 2021, Mary worked for various non-profit arts entities in Austin and freelanced for Sightlines and Glasstire arts magazines. She is a University of Texas alum originally from the Houston area.
When she’s not busy pursuing stories, she likes to try out new recipes and go on hikes with her partner Cody — one of Marfa Public Radio’s volunteer DJs.
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A disaster declaration was issued due to the fire's proximity to I-10. -
Toyah residents are once again having to boil their water before drinking it. The small town has endured years of water problems. -
Marfa officials are requesting further information from a power lines company proposing to construct a new electric substation within city limits. -
Big Bend area health officials are continuing to contract with a mobile mammograms provider despite initial patient and provider complaints and a formal investigation into a high number of inconclusive results from screenings in May. -
A Presidio County official’s bid for higher office has led to a political dustup after he was removed from his seat by the very person he could face off against in next year’s mid-term elections.
