Patagonia Public School Special Education Director Ann Gortarez was praised recently as an outstanding teacher. Photo by Marion Vendituoli Submitted by Patagonia Public Schools Ann Gortarez, Patagonia School Director of Special Education teacher, was recognized by Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman in her Feb. 9, 2021 ‘State of Special Education’ presentation. “Patagonia Public […]
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Lobos Basketball Squads Honored
PUHS Senior Hannah Young stands with her parents Tammy and Michael Young at Senior Night at the school February 24. Photo by Marion Vendituoli The nine Patagonia Union High School seniors who play on the boys and girls basketball teams, accompanied by their parents, were honored in the gym before the start of the boys’ […]
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Letters to the Editor
Thank You to Volunteers Dear friends and members, The Patagonia Museum extends a debt of gratitude to Ralph Schmitt and Bob Ollerton for their service to this organization. Ralph and Bob will not seek reelection to their positions on the Board of Trustees this year. Ralph joined the Board of Trustees in June 2009 as […]
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Town Council Notes
January 27, 2021 Marshal Patterson reported that his department had been working on dog issues, a feral cat problem and a school issue. The Planning & Development Committee reported it was reviewing the use permit process, prioritizing building the economy, and that it welcomes study of the area’s nature-based economy. The Council and Mayor approved […]
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Letter to the Editor
Thank You to Clare I’d like to thank Clare Bonelli and acknowledge her invaluable contributions to our community. Her weekly email of events, services, and notices have kept us informed and aware. And, most importantly, she has promoted a sense of community among the residents of Elgin/Patagonia/Sonoita. Enjoy your retirement Clare! Alison Bunting Sonoita
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Town Council Notes
January 13, 2021 A brief video of new Councilor Francesca Claverie being sworn in by Judge Bracamonte was presented, as this was Claverie’s first meeting. Departing Councilor Melissa Murietta was thanked for her service. The Volunteer Fire Dept. reported about 20 incident responses for the month. 14 of them were medical calls, and two were […]
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South32 Provides Additional Covid Relief
South32 announced in this recent press release that the company will provide $50,000 in additional COVID-19 relief funds to area non-profits starting this month. As with the company’s previous donation of $50,000 for COVID-19 relief, these grant funds will be administered by the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona (CFSA) through the foundation’s current COVID-19 grant […]
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2nd Annual PRT Essay Contest Winners
The PRT had an amazing response to our school essay contest, receiving 15 essays in the high school division and 39 essays from middle school students. These essays came from Elgin School, PUHS, Patagonia Middle School and local home schooled students. Students in grades 6 – 8 were asked to write about what they would include […]
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Sonoita Elgin Fire District Chief Terminated
The Sonoita Elgin Fire District (SEFD) Board of Directors held a special meeting on Monday, January 4, 2021. Following a 90-minute Executive Session, the Board unanimously voted to terminate Chief DeWolf for cause effective January 5 at 5:00p.m. They then unanimously voted to have the Board’s attorney, Donna Aversa, engage the Board’s auditors, Walker and […]
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Holiday Scenes
Even though this holiday season looked a little different for many of us, with no large gatherings, no sitting on Santa’s lap, and a quieter Christmas than many of us might have liked, the Christmas spirit was still alive and well in our communities. Here’s to a healthier, safer New Year. Rebecca and Brett Smith […]