Representatives of South32, and its subsidiary Arizona Mining Inc (AMI), responded to a list of 32 questions submitted by a group of 15 residents, including this reporter, concerning the proposed […]
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Mine Remediation Continues in the Patagonia Mountains
Remediation at the Morning Glory Mine site included encapsulation of the old tailings. Red Mountain can be seen in the distance. Photo by Robert Gay During the mid-1960s, mining production […]
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BOS Approves Controversial Land Donation Agreement
In spite of an overwhelming majority of opposing comments from attendees, the Supervisors voted unanimously to accept 134 acres to establish a park with an industrial road running through it.
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Ruta Del Jefe: Biking Where Jaguars Might Have Walked
A biker in the Ruta Del Jefe races downhill on Salero Rd, headed towards Blue Haven Rd. in Patagonia. Photo by Robert Gay March 4-6 was the weekend for the 3rd […]
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Town Council Notes
March 9 The Mayor mentioned the practice of having committee reports in “the white book” that’s available to the pubic before meetings at the sign-in table. The meeting began with […]
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Sonoita Fairgrounds Wins Big with Grant Funds
Sonoita Fairgrounds Manager Lacy Beyer successfully applied for federal and state grants totaling $1,157,379 to help fund racing and the county fair. Photo by Marion Vendituoli This March has brought […]
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Director Resigns From Patagonia Regional Library
Laura Wenzel has resigned from her position as director of the Patagonia Public Library to join Borderlands Restoration Network. Photo by Marion Vendituoli Patagonia Public Library Director Laura Wenzel is […]
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Dirtbags Spearhead Effort to Rid State Park of Livestock
The recent unfortunate incident in which a birdwatcher was injured by a bull at Patagonia Lake State Park may turn out to be the event that finally leads to an […]
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Residents Express Concerns at South32 Open House
Visitors to the South32 open house discuss the proposed route for mine traffic with South32 Community Manager, Melanie Lawson. Photo by Robert Gay The transportation route table drew the most […]
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Questions Raised at County Study Session
Local residents, South32 representatives, and County staff and Supervisors discuss the mining company’s Cross Creek Connector project.