Hairstylist Tami Blakely has opened a new salon in Sonoita to serve local customers looking for healthy, organic hair care.
Jo Dean
Patagonia’s 50th Christmas Bird Count
An enthusiastic group of 42 birders participated in the annual citizen science program on Dec. 15.
State Revokes Grazing Permit Along Sonoita Creek
Concerned citizens have complained about ecological degradation by the cattle for years. The situation drew more attention last December when a hiker on a popular birding trail was injured by a cow.
The Wall, One Year Later
Plans are evolving to repair environmental damage, including erosion control, revegetation, repairing vehicle barrier fencing, and returning some private lands to individuals.
Elgin Resident Helps to Promote Down Syndrome Awareness
Clayton Dimmerling blows a kiss to the photographer during a recent interview for the PRT. Photo by Jo Dean On September 18, 2021, six-year-old Clayton Dimmerling, of Elgin, was featured […]
New Mystery Has Local Setting
Carl and Jane Bock have written a third borderlands mystery, titled “Grace Fully,’” featuring locales and communities that residents of the Sonoita/Elgin area will find familiar. The main character, Grace […]
Rose Tree Ranch Signs Conservation Agreement
1150 acres of the Rose Tree Ranch in Elgin are now protected from development by an agreement between the owner and the AZ Land and Water Trust. Photo by Jo […]
Christmas Bird Count Revisited
Only a few house sparrows were seen in the western part of the San Rafael Valley during the 2020 Christmas Bird Count. Photo by Lois Ports The Dec. 17, 2020 […]
Meet the PRT Writers
This is the first of a series introducing the writers who regularly contribute articles and columns to the Patagonia Regional Times. Look for more profiles in upcoming issues. Bob Brandt A […]
The Farmer’s Daughter Offers Homebaked Treats
Cassandra Hunsdon sells baked goods at the December Produce on Wheels in Sonoita. Photo by Marion Vendituoli Cassandra Hunsdon is not only the founder of her new business, The Farmer’s […]