Carbon monoxide detectors available from Williams Fire Department
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — On Jan. 1, 2018 a family of four were found dead, including two young children, in a cabin in Parks. The possible cause of death was carbon monoxide poisoning.
Miniature main street: Route 66 diorama now on display at Williams Visitor Center
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — For the past three years, visitors to Bearizona have been treated to Jim Garvey’s miniature version of the Grand Canyon Railway, including a model train and several buildings and lodges on the South Rim.
Business beat: TNT Tax Services returns to Williams
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Just look for the green doors on Grand Canyon Boulevard.
Juniper Creek Outdoors brings trees to Williams
After noticing nobody in Williams was selling Christmas trees, Kevin Overfield decided to take action.
Springfed to share bluegrass and folk at second Advent concert
Springfed serves up a gratifying spread of tunes from Appalachian ballads to cowboy songs to original compositions from their hundred years of combined musical experience.
NAU policies on composting, single-use plastics catching on in Flagstaff
Universities in Arizona are stepping up how they handle food waste and single-use plastic.
Larry Hannah headlines first Advent concert in Williams
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — St. John’s Episcopal-Lutheran Church invites every one of all ages in the Williams community, surrounding communities, along with visitors to northern Arizona, to enjoy the first, free public concert of the Advent season Nov. 25 at 5 p.m. in the church sanctuary.
How Galileo and his telescope changed the world
When Galileo Galilei began studying the evening sky with his telescopes, astronomy took a huge leap forward.
7 ways to help the Williams Food Pantry this Thanksgiving
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Roast turkey with gravy, sausage stuffing, mashed potatoes, creamed onions, buttered rolls, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie.
Hunters help safeguard Arizona's deer and elk from chronic wasting disease
GREER, Ariz. — On a chilly fall morning in eastern Arizona, families taking part in a youth hunting camp awoke before dawn to hunt elk.
You're in Viking country: Students and city collaborate on new welcome signs
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Visitors to Williams will have no doubt they are entering Viking country when they turn off the interstate.
Chance encounter brings Vietnam veterans back together
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Tents set up on a beach, sand infiltrating every bit of equipment and months of wearing the same fatigues.
Senior artists display work at The Gallery through November
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — A public reception to celebrate Williams’ senior artists will be held Nov. 10 from 5-7 p.m. at The Gallery in Williams, 145 W. Route 66 in the heart of downtown Williams.
Williams police officer awarded Golden Heart Award
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — As a patrol officer working the graveyard shift, Williams Police Officer Jason Nicolls responds to many calls that daytime officers may not see as often in a small town, these include domestic and assault cases.
Railroad Museum continues collection for future opening
The newest acquisition for the Arizona State Railroad Museum (ASRM) arrived in Williams recently, completing a journey that began in 1952.
Community rallies to help veteran with animal rescue
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — On a dusty back road in the heart of Ash Fork is a small ranch with several dogs, horses, cats and a lone pig. Here is where Vietnam Veteran Larry Westbrook chose to retire and follow his dream of a quiet life surrounded by animals.
Prescott Corvette Club visits Williams
Around 21 Corvettes from the Prescott Vette Sette Corvette Club arrived in Williams Oct. 24.
Final arch goes up on west side of Williams
Each entrance to Williams now has an arch to welcome visitors after the third and final arch of the Williams Gateway series was erected Oct. 19.
What happens to the forest after a wildfire?
A special team of soil scientists assess the Kaibab's ability to recover following wildfires
According to Kaibab National Forest spokeswoman Jackie Banks, only a very small percentage of fires on the Kaibab are actively suppressed. In 2017, for example, out of the roughly 13,000 acres that burned, only about 300 were managed with an objective to suppress the flames – that’s just over 2 percent. The rest, Banks said, were allowed to burn in order to benefit the forest ecosystem.
Motivation: Williams students find incentive to study harder
Maya Caldwell and Principal Carissa Morrison helped Williams Elementary-Middle School students celebrate positive behavior Oct. 17.
Speeders take to the rails enroute to Grand Canyon
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Twenty-five privately owned railroad motorcars, known as Speeders, chugged out of the Williams Train Depot Oct. 15 on their way to the Grand Canyon.
Arizona leaders adopt new history, science standards
The Arizona State Board of Education has voted to adopt new history and social science standards.
Storytime's a hit at Williams Public Library
The Williams Public LIbrary hosts a storytime every Tuesday at 10 a.m. for toddlers and preschoolers.
Homeschoolers receive discount to visit Bearizona Nov. 1
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Bearizona Wildlife Park is offering discounted admission for its annual Homeschool Day Nov. 1 to homeschooled children and one accompanying adult.
Kerrell and Loynd display exotic wood art at The Gallery
Richard Kerrell and Sarah Loynd met at a woodworking class in 2005. Since then they’ve created custom wooden furniture, decorative pieces, functional art and jewelry.
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- Rain and high elevation snow expected Thursday
- Ratchet and clank: Williams Elementary-Middle School embarks on new robotics program
- All in a day's work: Water hauler tackles fire
- Williams High School begins 2018-2019 basketball season
- Juniper Creek Outdoors brings trees to Williams
- WIFA closes on $2.5 mil loan for Williams water pipeline
- Route 66 Historic Trail bill garners support in Senate
- Ex-Cottonwood employee pleads guilty
- Three arrested in vehicle burglary ring
- I-40 ramp to State Route 64 closed Dec. 5-6 and Dec. 11-12
- Two walk away from airplane crash in Williams
- Watch: Driver charged with attempted homicide in I-40 wrong-way crash
- Seligman residents arrested in marijuana growing bust
- Robert Anderson named Officer of the Year for actions during 2017 shooting
- Mountain Village Holiday: Parade, community dinner and more coming to Williams
- DPS Trooper injured stopping wrong-way driver on I-40
- Home for the holidays: Williams welcomes Christmas with annual parade
- Obituary: Laura Lee (McMahan) Payne
- Coconino County Sheriff's Office and Sedona Fire respond to fallen climber
- Cattle mutilations baffle Williams rancher
