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Ponderosa Fire responds to natural gas leak
Ponderosa Fire Department responded to the intersection of Shadow Mountain Drive and Hughes Avenue in front of the Pilot gas station in Bellemont Nov.
Judy Martinez welcomed as general manager at Williams-Grand Canyon News
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Williams Grand Canyon News recently announced that Judy Martinez has been promoted to general manager of the Williams-Grand Canyon News and the Navajo-Hopi Observer effective Dec. 1.
City of Williams happenings week of Dec. 8
The Williams City Council meets Dec. 9 for a regular meeting. Items on the agenda include:
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Feds investigating voyeurism incidents at Grand Canyon National Park
GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Ariz. (AP) — Federal agents are investigating voyeurism incidents at Grand Canyon National Park.
Rocky Mountain National Park ranger, driver hurt in shooting
DENVER (AP) — Authorities are investigating a shooting during a traffic stop outside Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park that injured two people, including a park ranger.
Grand Canyon Phantoms basketball teams participate in Williams tourney
The Grand Canyon Phantoms basketball teams participated in the Route 66 Holiday Classic Tournament Dec. 2-4.
- Remains found at Rocky Mountain thought to be German hiker missing since 1983
- KLC gift wrapping fundraiser through Dec. 16
- Angels Landing at Zion National Park to begin permit reservations Jan. 3
- Guest column: Tusayan to bring ice skating rink, Santa Shack and more this holiday season
- Grand Canyon Angel Tree project underway
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Christmas City events return to downtown Prescott this weekend
Three popular Christmas events are set to take place in Prescott on Saturday, Dec. 4, and another is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 10.
Verde River section to close for bald eagle breading season
VERDE VALLEY, Ariz. — The Forest Service is closing the Ladder’s bald eagle breeding area along the Verde River to the public beginning Dec. 1. The closure is expected to last through June 30, when the bald eagle breeding season ends.
Meteor Crater Rest Area reopens for holiday travelers
FLAGSTAFF — The Meteor Crater Rest Area on Interstate 40 east of Flagstaff has reopened to travelers in time for holiday travel after the Arizona Department of Transportation completed a renovation of the facility.
- Tennessee man charged in California with kidnapping, assault
- 12-year-old dies after being struck by car in Kachina Village
- Jury finds Rittenhouse not guilty in Kenosha shootings
- Missing Tennessee boy found in California, father arrested
- Arizona schools address COVID’s impact on student mental health
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Mortensen selected for Maine School Governing Board
PARKS, Ariz. — Kodi Mortensen was recently selected to fill a governing board position at Maine Consolidated School District in Parks, Arizona.
Vikings boys win Route 66 Holiday Basketball Classic Tournament
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — The Williams Vikings got off to a great start with strong finishes as they hosted the Route 66 Holiday Basketball Tournament Dec. 2-4.
Senior spotlight: Cat Sattarlee
Cat is a senior at Williams High School.
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Out of the past: Grand Canyon Airport in 1948
The Grand Canyon airport near Tusayan, Arizona.
NAU and Kaibab National Forest partner to open archaeological field school at historic logging camp near Grand Canyon
The site is anticipated to open in 2022 with the start of a U.S. Forest Service “Passport in Time” program, where the general public can sign up to be volunteer tour guides at the site.
Out of the past: Grand Canyon marks 65th anniversary of tragic airline accident
On the morning of June 30, 1956, two airliners took off from Los Angeles International Airport, both aircraft were modern airliners for the time, and flown by experienced crew. But neither would make it to their destination.
- Out of the past: The first female fire lookout
- Out of the past: Williams High School drum and marching corps
- Grand Canyon history: Death along the Colorado River in 1922
- Securing Bright Angel Trail and the construction of the Kaibab Trail, a lesson in patience and politics
- There is no easy hike into Grand Canyon
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Community Calendar: Week of Dec. 8
Community Calendar: Week of Dec. 8
Letter: Williams Christmas parade winners
Letter: Williams Christmas parade winners
Northern Arizona astronomy: The journey to Mars and back
Recently, there has been a lot discussed about when we will have humans walking on Mars.
Reader Poll:
When do you think life as we know it will get back to normal?
- As soon as the stay-at-home orders are lifted.
- What do you mean 'back to normal'? Life will never be the same.
- It already is. This hasn't changed anything for me.
- It will be a gradual process and maybe take a few months to a year.
- I like this new normal.
13 total votes
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Verde Heritage: The beginning of Cottonwood School
"We have erected a neat and comfortable adobe school house, 20 x 22 feet, in which there is now a school in progress, being taught by Mrs. Rubottom, recently from Kansas..."
Williams Police honor fallen officers Dec. 3
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Williams Police Department held its annual Fallen Officer Wreath ceremony Dec. 3 at 10 a.m. at the Williams cemetery. During the ceremony, Williams Police Department will honored several officers, including: Joseph McDaniel, Victor Melick, Steven Garibay and Clarence Dotson.
Business beat: Williams welcomes new UPS shipping location and public notary
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — With the arrival of a busy holiday season, many locals and visitors are excited to welcome a new UPS shipping location to Williams.
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Animal rescue group hosts enchilada sale
Volunteers with SAVE Meant-to-Rescue (SAVE-MTR), a local animal rescue organization, make enchiladas for a holiday fundraiser Nov. 24.
Carpino turns 66 on Route 66
Musician John Carpino celebrated his 66th birthday in Williams recently.
Councilman Bernie Hiemenz turns 75
Hiemenz enjoyed food, drinks and cake with family and friends.
Reader Poll:
When do you think life as we know it will get back to normal?
- As soon as the stay-at-home orders are lifted.
- What do you mean 'back to normal'? Life will never be the same.
- It already is. This hasn't changed anything for me.
- It will be a gradual process and maybe take a few months to a year.
- I like this new normal.
13 total votes
See past polls
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Obituary: Marty Yerian
Obituary: Marty Yerian
Obituary: Rochonne "Shonny" Bria
Obituary: Rochonne "Shonny" Bria
Obituary: Michael Thompson
Michael Thompson (Bo) of Williams passed away peacefully November 16, 2021.
