Tensions remain high near Lochiel as activists, who refer to themselves as “land protectors,” continue their protest against border-wall construction and Border Patrol agents continue to flex their muscle in the aftermath of Monday’s toppling of the last “grandmother” cottonwood and incursion on the activists’ encampment on private land.
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Lobos continue stacking up victories
Fourth-ranked Patagonia continued its winning ways Tuesday night with a 25-20, 277, 25-19 victory over Lourdes Catholic.
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Meet the candidates: Bob Karp (D), District 19 State Senate
Democrat Bob Karp is running for Arizona State Senate in Legislative District 19.
Sheriff’s blotter: August-September 2026
Sept. 22: Caller reported that his rental car, a silver Toyota Camry, was stolen while he was stopped and about 5 to 10 feet away from the vehicle on the side of Upper Elgin Road. Sept. 20: Caller reported being in an accident at Flux Canyon Road and Highway 82, said she did not require […]
Spooners put their stamp on Patagonia Lumber Co.
Wendy and Keith Spooner are committed to making the Patagonia Lumber Company ‘a space for people to have fun, her music and be themselves.’
County animal shelter earns “No Kill” designation
The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter received official recognition as a No Kill Shelter.
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Calling all canines: The Patagonia Pup-lick library welcomes you
The town library is a go-to gathering place for Patagonians — be they human or canine.
2026’s graduating classes
Graduation class and ceremony photos for Patagonia Union High School, plus photos of Sonoita Elementary’s eight grade graduates and kindergarten graduates.
