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Williams 911: week of Jan. 8-11
The Williams Police Department answered the following calls for service, among others — • Officers responded to suicidal subject at Williams Clinic.
City of Flagstaff adjusts COVID-19 measures
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — The Flagstaff City Council decided to remain in Phase 3 of the city’s re-entry plan that deals with the COVID-19 outbreak, with a few additional measures.
Arizona Game and Fish Department seeks to build public-private alliances
This call to the public will be open for 45 days from Jan. 15 to Feb. 28.
- Northern Arizona Healthcare to offer expanded COVID-19 testing in Flagstaff
- Walt Blackman fights for more local control of short-term rental properties
- Williams takes first steps to regulate short-term rentals
- Williams City Council declines support for glamping rezoning
- Little League sign-ups underway for 2022
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Salt River Project, Navajo Nation partner on another solar plant
CAMERON, Ariz. (AP) — An Arizona utility has signed an agreement with the Navajo Nation to get solar power from a new facility on the reservation.
Arizona COVID-19 cases rise by more than 300 percent in one week
According to Drapeaux, cases have risen in Grand Canyon National Park by 31 percent since Dec. 26.
Arizona State University students aim to help youth, boost Navajo economy
Tracks are made of dirt and have the appearance of small BMX tracks.
- Phoenix joins those reducing Colorado River water use
- Daniele Genadry selected as next Artist in Residence at Grand Canyon
- Winter pile burns begin on South Rim this week
- 20 Yellowstone wolves killed by hunters after roaming out of park
- Southernmost passage of Arizona Trail to open in Coronado National Memorial after 18-month closure
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Airman gets life in prison for death of Mennonite woman
Her parents said they will never understand why their daughter was kidnapped and murdered but said it had to be part of God's plan.
Human remains discovered by hikers near downtown Kingman
The Kingman Police Department is conducting an investigation after human remains were discovered in the area commonly referred to as Monolith Garden in Kingman Jan. 16.
Hang glider crashes near Kingman injures two
The sheriff’s office wrote that both men were wearing helmets and were properly fastened into the aircraft.
- Casa Grande cancels annual O'Odham Tash, Cowboys Days event
- U.S. announces $83M in latest round of tribal housing grants
- Biden to give away 400 million N95 masks starting next week
- Coconino County to hire judge to help with backlog of cases
- FBI arrest Snowflake man who refused to give up live grenade
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Williams Vikings and Grand Canyon Phantoms face-off
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — The Vikings and Phantoms girls and boys basketball teams returned from the holiday break with a slew of games.
Vikings basketball face Ash Fork Jan. 4
Williams Vikings boys and girls basketball teams defeated Ash Fork at home Jan. 4.
Phantoms continue season with wins against Seligman
The Grand Canyon Phantoms defeated Seligman, 62-40, with the Lady Phantoms defeating Seligman, 47-28.
- Arizona State Historian Marshall Trimble pays visit to Ash Fork High School
- Champs: Spelling Bee champion named for Williams Elementary-Middle School
- Students of the Month at Maine Consolidated School
- Ash Fork brings home title at I-40 middle school basketball tourney
- Mortensen selected for Maine School Governing Board
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Grand Canyon history: 1966 flood wipes out new transcanyon pipeline
Geologist, writer and river guide Wayne Ranney shares the following story he wrote in 2016 on the 50th anniversary of the 1966 Grand Canyon flood. This month marks 55 years since the flood roared through the Canyon
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
- Out of the past: Pep rally parade for Williams vs. Jerome game
- Navajo Bridge in northern Arizona celebrates 92 years
- Out of the past: Santa Fe Railroad workers participate in parade
- Days gone by: Bright Angel popular in the 1950s
- Out of the past: Vehicle accident in 1947
- 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
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Guest Editorial: Doomed to repeat housing bubble if we forget history
The cost of building a home is up sharply, because of the lumber price wars. In the rental market, “affordable housing” is debatable, unless you have roommates, a rich relative or retired well yourself.
Letter: We need your help for a successful Little League season
We are actively seeking coaches for all divisions and umpires for the 2022 season.
Editorial: Hunting magazine coming soon to Northern Arizona
Northern Arizona Hunting & Fishing will provide tips for hunters and anglers, as well as anyone interested in outdoor opportunities throughout the region.
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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Parks' Ark Cat Sanctuary receives $50,000 grant
PARKS, Ariz. — Ark Cat Sanctuary recently received a $50,000 grant from PetSmart Charities to help prepare more shelter cats in Northern Arizona for adoption and ensure they are ready to find loving homes.
Williams resident wins national livestock awards
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Samantha Newman of Williams, recently won top awards at the Arizona National Livestock Show in Phoenix for her bull and heifer.
Four chaplains memorial event coming to Williams Feb. 3
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — On Feb. 3, American Legion posts in Williams and the Grand Canyon will come together to honor four World War II chaplains, who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
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WEMS announces January Students of the Month
Williams Elementary-Middle School (WEMS) recently announced the January Students of the Month.
WHS senior spotlight: Elizabeth McCarthy
Elizabeth McCarthy is a senior at Williams High School.
WHS senior spotlight: Brandalyn Mcmenamin
Brandalyn Mcmenamin is a senior at Williams High School.
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
Obituaries see more>
Obituary: George B. Wallace
George B. Wallace, 81, passed away at his home in Ash Fork, Arizona on January 8, 2022, with his wife of 54 years, Marilyn, by his side.
Obituary: Jeffrey Lawrence Wright
Jeffrey Lawrence Wright, 60, of Williams went home to be with the Lord, on Jan. 8, after a short battle with Covid-19.
Obituary: Gloria Stevens
Gloria Stevens gained her angel wings on January 11, 2022 at the age of 95.
