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Democrat John Fanning will succeed Bruce Bracker as County Supervisor for our district in January, 2025, having handily defeated Republican Jesus V. Jerez in yesterday’s general election.
“Thank you to the people of Santa Cruz County, and District 3, for placing your trust in me to serve as your representative on the Board of Supervisors,” Fanning said in a statement this afternoon to the PRT.
“I am deeply honored by this opportunity and committed to advocating for our community’s needs and priorities. Together, we will work to make a positive difference in our county, and begin to rebuild the trust that has recently eroded.
“I am excited to collaborate with each of you, listening to your ideas and concerns, to create positive and lasting change. Your support has been invaluable, and I am grateful for the chance to help shape a brighter future for Santa Cruz County.”
Anita Klovesko-Wharton hands out candy to Tulip and Minnie Mae at the Patagonia Trunk or Treat on October 31. Photo by Robert Gay
A rider puts her legs up at a wet crossing on Harshaw Creek Road during last weekend’s Spirt World 100 gravel bike race.Photo by Robert Gay
Sonoita-Elgin Fire District B Shift Fire Fighter/EMT N. Marine makes pancakes for the public at last Saturday’s Fall Pancake Breakfast at the SEFD firehouse.Photo by Tricia Flaherty
FotoFauna highlights from September are in — and this month’s highlights include a couple black bears cooling off amid this late-season heat, plus a pair of ravens making an early Halloween cameo. Check out this video from our Wildlife Specialist Miguel Enríquez.
FotoFauna is a growing network of 290 individuals and organizations in the Sky Islands, with wildlife cameras set up in the U.S. or Mexico. It’s easy to get started. Just set up a wildlife camera in your backyard and submit an online monthly checklist of species you observe. In addition to being fun and another way to form community, the data will help us study when and where wildlife is present so we can better protect their habitats. If you live where the wild things are, consider joining us: https://ow.ly/5C3o50TTLT7.
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Reservation required (limited seats available): email host Gail Woodard: Gailw615@gmail.com for reservation and directions.
Local Items of Interest
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AA: Alcoholics Anonymous:
Sonoita Bible Church – Tuesdays at 7pm, 3174 N. Doors open at 6:30. Highway 83, Sonoita. Zoom option: 601-758-3907.
Patagonia Methodist Community Church – Fridays at 7pm. 387 McKeown Ave., Patagonia. Contact Dave at 207-249-8302.
Overeaters Anonymous: to find a meeting go to oasouthernaz.org. Contact Adrienne H. for more info 520-404-3490.
The Patagonia Senior Center recently received a grant from Delta Dental of Phoenix to help seniors with dental expenses. Vouchers are provided for up to $350 to participating dentists. If interested, please call the senior center at (520) 394-2494.
The Patagonia Museum has joined the Jim Click Millions for Tucson Raffle fundraiser. The grand prize is a 2024 Jeep Wrangler. 100% of proceeds sold by the Patagonia Museum will benefit the museum. Please contact a board member of the museum to buy your chance(s) to win. Click here to learn more about the grand prize. To learn more about the additional prizes that are available, click here.
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“The application for the 2025 Borderlands Earth Care Youth (BECY) paid internship program, which will be hosted in Douglas, Arizona, for 10 crew members and 1 adult facilitator, is now open! This opportunity is curated for youth ages 15-24 and is offered during pauses in the district school schedule from March to June. The youth crew will connect with conservation and arts professionals, engage in hands-on restoration projects, and gain personal development and leadership skills.” Click flyer for more info
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The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the upcoming academy classes for Patrol Deputy, Adult Detention Officer, and the Communications Division (Dispatch).
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