News, event listings and aurora borealis photos for Sonoita, Elgin, Canelo and Patagonia
Robert Gay
Posted inArts & Culture
Spooky Times!
A gallery of Halloween scenes from around eastern Santa Cruz County—plus a video.
Posted inLocal News
Air Smart Program Collects Air Quality Data Across SCC
Patagonia’s Air Smart sensor is located near the gazebo in the park. Photo by Robert Gay During 2025, 20 particle sensors located in Santa Cruz County began contributing data to document a scientific baseline understanding of local outdoor air quality. The local placement of these sensors was facilitated by the Calabasas Alliance, a Rio Rico-based […]
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The PRT Weekly News Bulletin for Nov. 5-11, 2025
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The PRT Weekly News Bulletin for Oct. 29-Nov. 4, 2025
News, listings, announcements and lots of photos for Sonoita, Patagonia, Elgin and Canelo
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The PRT Weekly News Bulletin for Oct. 15-21, 2025
News, listings, announcements and deluge photos and videos for Elgin, Sonoita, Canelo and Patagonia
Posted inLocal News
ADEQ Solicits Comments on Hermosa Permit Amendment, Sets Sept. 25 Public Hearing
ADEQ will conduct a public hearing at 6 p.m. on Thursday at the PUHS Multi-purpose room that will allow for comments to be made in person.
Posted inLocal News
In Good Hands at Sonoita’s Healing Lotus Massage
“I want someone to walk in and feel calming energy before they even get onto the table,” says licensed massage therapist Caitlyn Coleman, owner-operator of the new business on Los Encinos Road.
Posted inLocal News
La Sagrada de Patagonia Aims to ‘Treat the Whole Being’
For licensed massage therapist Alyssa Navarette, bodywork has a sacred aspect.
Posted inCommunity
Calling in the Rain, Patagonia-Style
A report, with photo gallery, on the June 22 “El Dia San Juan: Calling in the Rain and Celebrating Summer Solstice” event at the Community Garden.