As Nick Dekhtyar prepares for his move to New York to study physics at Columbia, he thinks back on his experiences at Elgin School and PUHS.

Dottie Farrar
2023 PUHS Salutatorian Heading to the Midwest
Elizabeth (Lizzy) Urias reflects on her education and upbringing in Patagonia—and looks ahead to studying ultrasonography at Newman University in Kansas.
Be Firewise
Wildfire preparation makes a difference, says SEFD Chief Marc Meredith. Here’s how you can do your part.
Young Man on a Mission
Thomas Botz is fulfilling his service mission with the Mormon Church by volunteering at local nonprofits.
PVFR Is Ready to Pump and Roll
Patagonia Volunteer Fire & Rescue’s new 20-ton, custom-built $390,000 fire engine has arrived and is already in use. It’s outfitted with state-of-the-art special features.
Immersion in Color: Famed Zapotec Textile Artist Visits Sonoita
Textile artist and dyer Porfirio Gutierrez’s trunk show was a smash success, as were his talks discussing his technique and the artform’s cultural history. “It was a gift to us to have him out here,” said organizer Jeanne Peterson.
Benefit Helps Historic Elgin Winery Recover
A March 18 community event to help Sonoita Vineyards recover from damage caused by the Longview Fire was a huge success. “I feel so blessed to live here,” said co-owner
Lori Reynolds.
Notes From the Sonoita Elgin Fire District
Updates on Saturday Coffee With the Chief, the safety of Elgin Bridge, and recent amendments to the fire code.
PCAA Plans Community Mural
A coalition of local nonprofits are planning a history-inspired, 100-foot mural on a house’s wall abutting Richardson Park in Patagonia.
Fire Chiefs Discuss 2022, Anticipate Challenges Ahead
The Patagonia and Sonoita-Elgin fire services both had a busy 2022, and anticipate more of the same in 2023.Â