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WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Williams Elementary-Middle School recently announced the March Students of the Month. Students are nominated by their teachers.

March 12, 2024
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LEUPP, Ariz. — Federal regulators have granted Native American tribes more power to block hydropower projects on their land after a flurry of applications were filed to expand renewable energy in the water-scarce U.S. Southwest.

By Michael Phillis, Associated Press March 5, 2024
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JP Echeverria is a senior at Williams High School (WHS). He has lived in Williams his entire life.

February 13, 2024
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Williams Elementary-Middle School recently announced the February Students of the Month (SOM). Students are nominated by their teachers.

By Williams-Grand Canyon News February 6, 2024
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High Country Fire Rescue recognized long-time volunteer Kaycee Steger. Steger has been with HCFR for 5 years and also works full time with Lifeline Ambulance.

By Williams-Grand Canyon News February 6, 2024
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Williams resident Private Justin Mitchell graduated from the United States Army Basic and Infantry school Jan. 26 at Fort Benning.

By Williams-Grand Canyon News January 30, 2024
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Hopi culture showcase at Rose Bowl Parade
Dedicated to saving lives through organ, eye and tissue donation, OneLegacy Donate Life makes a grand appearance with float capturing the spirit of the Hopi

PASADENA, Calif. — Members of the Hopi tribe had a once-in-a-lifetime experience New Year’s day when they danced in the 135th Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. They performed the Butterfly Dance alongside the float “Woven Together: The Dance of Life,” which showcased Hopi culture.

By Alexandra Wittenberg, Navajo-Hopi Observer January 17, 2024
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Maine Consolidated School in Parks has announced its December Students of the Month.

January 16, 2024
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Williams Elementary-Middle School held its annual spelling bee Dec. 7.

December 12, 2023
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Veteran Charlie Bassett spoke at a gathering Dec. 7 at Williams Memorial Park in remembrance of Pearl Harbor Day.

December 12, 2023
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US to collaborate with Native American tribes to manage public lands
Hundreds of tribal leaders gather in Washington for annual summit

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The U.S. government is entering a new era of collaboration with Native American and Alaska Native leaders in managing public lands and other resources, with top federal officials saying that incorporating more Indigenous knowledge into decision-making can help spur conservation and combat climate change.

By Susan Montoya Bryan, Associated Press December 12, 2023
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My name is Aaron Zavesky, I just recently picked up a permanent position on the North Rim.

December 5, 2023
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Maine Consolidated School in Parks has announced its November Students of the Month.

December 5, 2023
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Williams first paid fire chief looks back on first year
Williams fire chief reflects on first year, reveals plans for 2024

It has almost been a year since Williams native Chase Pearson was selected to be the new paid fire chief at the Williams Fire Department.

By By Morgan Smith, Williams-Grand Canyon News December 5, 2023
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For the month of November, High Country Fire & Rescue recognized FF/EMT Lukas Atwood.

By Williams-Grand Canyon News November 21, 2023

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