The two groups say the proposed design for the Hermosa Rd.-CCC intersection includes unsafe engineering design exceptions requested by South32. They’re asking for further study.
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County Seeking Community Input for Development of Sonoita Wine District
Stakeholders can participate by attending an Oct. 24 meeting in Sonoita or completing a five-minute online survey.
South32 Proposes Patagonia Train Track Trail Relocation
The mining company has released details on its proposal to relocate the trail where it can more safely cross the new Cross Creek Connector road.
Second Sonoita Homicide Victim Dies, Suspect in Custody on $2m Bail
Austin Scheid, 22, is being held in Santa Cruz County Jail. He will face two first-degree murder charges for the deaths of his father, Gregory Scheid, and his stepmother, Jamie Lee Scheid.
New Study Focuses on GroundwaterÂ
Scientists are currently conducting a survey of private wells in Sonoita-Elgin. We talked with U of A’s Dr. Jennifer McIntosh about the study and general water issues in the region.
Broncs, Boots and Beer
Tourists and locals had a lot to enjoy at the 108th Sonoita Labor Day Rodeo at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds.
Town Council Notes – Oct. 2023
Notes from the August and September meetings of the Patagonia Town Council.
Cops, Frustration, Some Clarity at County’s ‘Open House’
Commotion, confusion, complicated engineering charts, public outcry, and a call for back-up deputies dominated the Sept. 28 event in Patagonia regarding permitting for South32’s controversial Cross Creek Connector road.Â
Coming Soon: Vintage Forest Service Cabins for Rent
Starting next year, newly restored residences at the old Canelo ranger station will be available to rent as part of the Forest Service’s “Room with a View” program.
ADOT Slams Local Winery with Truck/Trailer Violations
Discussions with the state’s Farm Bureau indicate that the ADOT inspection of a Dos Cabezas truck and trailer was neither required nor authorized.