Resident Lonnie Goff is in a legal dispute with town government over a stalled real estate development in his neighborhood. It’s part of a larger argument about the nature of future growth in the town.
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‘Everything Is Free’ at New Wellness Center
A team of volunteers will work to improve physical and mental well-being in the community at the newly opened Frank Adams Wellness Center in Sonoita.
Bicyclist, County Grader in Collision on Harshaw Road
It was Loren Mason-Gere’s good luck that a woman in one of the trucks just behind the machine had medical training and first-aid supplies which she quickly deployed.
State Auditor Finds Faults in County Operations
The Arizona Auditor’s report revealed a number of deficiencies in Santa Cruz County administration. “This year we got beat up a little more than normal,” said Supervisor Bruce Bracker.
Patagonia Recycling Set to Return
Thanks to the Town of Patagonia, the community will soon see the return of a drop-off recycling service that actually works.
Town Council Notes – Dec. 2023
November 15, 2023 Mayor Wood reported that she and Manager Robinson had attended a lunch recently with a visiting group from The Nature Conservancy (TNC), Santa Cruz County Supervisor Bruce Bracker, and representatives from South32, whose Hermosa Project the TNC group had toured. The intention of the lunch meeting was to open pathways of communication […]
Panel Hears From South32 on Manganese
The mining company said it is looking to site two processing plants, probably in different locations. A new program to limit exposure of manganese to local communities and the environment is also underway.
New Short Film Explores 2022 Resistance to Container Wall
The Emmy award-winning ‘A Wall Runs Through It’ features new interviews with opponents of the border wall, including local activist Kate Scott and Santa Cruz County Sheriff David Hathaway.
County Justice of the Peace Retires, Board Looks to Fill Position
Emilio Vasquez, who has served as Santa Cruz County Justice of the Peace since 2015, will step down on Dec. 1.
ADEQ Discusses Hermosa Permits at Patagonia Town Council Meeting
At a sparsely attended meeting, ADEQ staff gave a status update on the water and air quality permitting process for South32’s mine project.