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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.
Ike Isakson to Retire as PVFR Chief
Chief Ike Isakson has announced his retirement as chief of the. . His last day as acting chief will be June 30. “It’s time to relieve some stress, not spend hours at the computer, and learn to relax a little, which I probably won’t be able to do, but I’ll try,” Isakson said this morning. “My heart attack a month ago was a wake-up call that’s it’s time. I will remain an active member of the PVFR, just without the stress of being chief.”
Ecologists and artists in Nogales to celebrate new jaguar
A jaguar projected on the border wall is part of a dynamic wildlife-themed installation by Lauren Strohacker. Artist Lauren Strohacker is creating a large-format projection of multiple species that roam the borderlands, with an emphasis on jaguars. She talked about the meaning of her work. “It's kind of this reminder...
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.
Keeping Memories Alive: Listening and learning from dementia patients
Dementia and Alzheimer's is becoming a growing diagnosis across the country. Resources in Cochise County are limited, but there are caregiver options available to support patients and their families.
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