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Memorial Day Events in Patagonia
The veterans of our small Town and remote area gave so much for our country. I feel a need to honor them every year on Memorial Day. This honor was historically done by local service groups, particularly our VFW. Over many years this group of veterans and their supporters aged until the local VFW had so few members that the group dissolved in 2015.
How the ease on border restrictions after end of Title 42 has affected rural Arizona counties
NOGALES, Ariz. — Emergency crews and organizations in Nogales continue to help migrants seeking asylum a year after Title 42 ended. Title 42 is a public health order that allowed U.S. officials to turn away migrants who came to the U.S.-Mexico border on the grounds of preventing the spread of COVID-19.
🚧 Traffic Update: Lane Alternations on SR-82 Westbound in Santa Cruz County on May 9th
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Arizona. Attention drivers: Road maintenance operations will take place on SR-82 Westbound from Three R Canyon (MP 15) to Blue Heaven (MP 16) in East Patagonia Highway, Santa Cruz County, Arizona, on May 9th, 2024. During this time, traffic will be directed through alternating lanes. The work is scheduled to commence at 7:00 AM and should conclude by 1:00 PM the same day. Motorists are advised to expect delays and to consider alternative routes if possible. Your patience and cooperation are appreciated as these necessary maintenance activities are carried out to ensure continued road safety and infrastructure integrity.
How the Hermosa NEPA Public Scoping Period Will Work
On May 10, 2024, the Coronado National Forest will publish a Notice of Intent (NOI) to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) in the Federal Register, initiating the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review process and 30-day scoping period for the Hermosa Critical Minerals Project (Hermosa Project). The proposed EIS will evaluate and disclose the potential environmental effects of the South32 Hermosa Inc. Critical Minerals Exploration and Mine Plan of Operations submitted by the proponent, South32 Hermosa Inc.
Supervisors Appoint New Treasurer
On May 7, 2024, the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors announced the appointment of Mr. Alejandro I. Paz as Santa Cruz County Treasurer. Mr. Paz was appointed to replace Ms. Elizabeth Gutfahr, who resigned from the position on April 12, 2024. The appointment is valid through December 31, 2024, and Mr. Paz will begin serving in his role on May 13, 2024.
🚧 Updated Traffic Alert: Line Painting on E Ruby Rd, Santa Cruz County on May 8th
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Arizona. Local transportation authorities have announced that line painting activities will take place on E Ruby Rd Southbound near E Frontage Rd on May 8, 2024. The maintenance work is scheduled to commence at 6:09 AM and is expected to be finalized by 8:10 AM on the same day. Motorists planning to travel through this area may experience temporary delays and are advised to seek alternative routes or allow extra travel time. This necessary line painting will ensure continued road safety and proper traffic management for all road users. Citizens are encouraged to plan their commutes accordingly to avoid any inconvenience during these indicated hours of roadway enhancement activities.
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