News, listings and videos for Canelo, Elgin, Sonoita and Patagonia
Carrie White
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Pilar Martinez takes the reins at the PRT
Meet the Patagonia Regional Times’ new managing editor.
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The PRT Welcomes Two New Board Members
Meet Kate Peake and Mary Tolena, the PRT’s newest Board members.
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‘Dark Sky’ designation a work in progress for Sonoita-Elgin
While people may not move to eastern Santa Cruz County for dark skies, they soon come to appreciate them. Now a group of locals are working to preserve our unique night skies by pursuing an ‘International Dark Sky Community’ designation for the area.
Posted inWeekly News Bulletin
The PRT Weekly News Bulletin for Jan. 21-Jan. 27, 2026
News, views, event listings, public service announcements and more for Elgin, Sonoita, Canelo and Patagonia
Posted inSchool News
Patagonia Public Schools Elect Officers for 2026
Here are the results of the Jan. 14 elections.
Posted inLocal News
Revitalization Efforts Underway for Sonoita-Elgin Chamber of Commerce
Local business owners are looking to reinvigorate the dormant organization with new members and a refined mission. An information meeting is set for March 2.
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The PRT Weekly News Bulletin for Dec. 10-16, 2025
News, listings and local lore for Elgin, Sonoita, Canelo, and Patagonia
Posted inSchool News
Area Schools See Improved State Grades
Report cards are in. And both Patagonia public schools and Sonoita Elementary School have garnered improved grades as awarded by the Arizona Department of Education.
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De La Ossas Cheer Return of Family Land at Annual Picnic
Seventy members of the extended De La Ossa family took part in this year’s annual cemetery cleanup and picnic in Lochiel, where they celebrated their shared heritage and the recent return of the chapel and cemetery to the family.