The February 2023 issue of the PRT is now live!
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You can also read every story from the new issue of the PRT at our website. Here are direct links to a few of the stories…
New Pianist Brings Jazzy Spirit to Patagonia Church
By Linda Jade Fong
Keyboardist Scott Ramsey has been putting “the beat in their feet” of delighted PCUMC churchgoers at Sunday worship since coming on board this new year. He discusses his unique approach to 21st century church music with the PRT.
The Making of Knottapark: From Eyesore to Community Space
By Jo Dean
Last fall a group of neighbors in Canelo worked together to create a four-acre community space from scratch. Here’s how they did it—and why.
Fending for Ourselves
By Marion Vendituoli
Distressed by authorities’ response to complaints about AshBritt truck drivers’ conduct on local roads, Elgin resident Sue Downing took matters into her own hands.
Local Man Appointed to AZFG Commission
By Kat Crockett
A conversation with Patagonia resident Retired Lieutenant General Jeffrey Buchanan, who was recently appointed to serve on the Arizona Game and Fish Commission.
Brisket and Baked Goods
By Sarah Klingenstein
New owners Kim Martinez and Cory Moreno bring big changes to Ovens of Patagonia.
Work Begins Along Creek
By Lynn Davison
Crews working for Tucson Audubon have begun a two-year, $350,000 effort to clear invasive plants around Sonoita Creek and replace them with native plants.
Two Stylists, One Salon
By Sarah Klingenstein
Robert Moreno and Cynthia Costas have returned to their roots in Patagonia to open Manos Hair Salon.
This Is a Story About a Hole
By Cassina Farley
Aside from the lady crashing her van on account of the spider, the most exciting thing to ever happen on the corner of 3rd and Hwy 82 is the giant hole.
Nature Journeys: Winter’s Gold
By Vince Pinto
Among the local joys to be had in nature come February are winter wildflowers: colorful sprays of blossoms unexpectedly perking up from a dull, frost-bitten land.
Wild Heart Retreats Help Women Take the Reins
By Pat McNamara
Dawn Lewis of Patagonia’s historic Double Staple Ranch has created a new four-day retreat program to help horsewomen work towards self-growth.
PCAA Plans Community Mural
By Dottie Farrar
A coalition of local nonprofits are planning a history-inspired, 100-foot mural on a house’s wall abutting Richardson Park.
Elgin Research Ranch Lecture Series/Potluck Dinner Resumes
By Jo Dean
The next event in the popular series is on Feb. 10, featuring a lecture on our region’s snails.
Legislature Puts Schools at Risk
By Jac Heiss
If the legislature fails to act, massive cuts to an already fragile education system will result.
Starstruck: Observation Diary
By Harold Meckler
Backyard stargazing has become too lonely. The green comet’s arrival has brought it home. Wouldn’t it be better to view it with others?
Let’s Go Get Stones: Predictions
By Keith Krizan
Yogi Berra and ChatGPT, rattlesnakes and donkey power: a meditative trip to the Buena Vista Mine, thinking about the future while exploring the past.
Mustangs 4-H Club Expands Projects, Teams for 2023
By PRT Staff Reporters
Based in Sonoita, but welcoming members from across Santa Cruz County, the Mustangs are starting off the year strong.
Garden Guides: Planting Bare Root Trees
By Mary McKay
Winter is the time for planting bare root trees and shrubs. Have you ever considered it but felt a little nervous that you might not be successful? Don’t worry!
Life Among the Humans: None of Your Rules Apply to Me!
By Martin Levowitz
From time to time someone extreme, or let’s just say “remarkable,” comes bopping down the pike. They change the game for all of us, establishing new limits, high or low.