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Early election results: Williams voters select mayor, councilmembers
WILLIAMS, Ariz. - Williams residents voted to retain John Moore, who ran uncontested, for another two years as mayor at the Aug. 4 primary, while the Williams City Council race is still undecided.
Coconino County Attorney's Office says state won't seek death penalty in starved Flagstaff boy case
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — Prosecutors will not seek the death penalty against the parents and grandmother of a 6-year-old Flagstaff boy who was locked in a closet and died of starvation, the Coconino County Attorney's Office said.
Community Calendar: Week of Aug. 5
Community Calendar: Week of Aug. 5
- Ex-Flagstaff mayoral candidate charged with fraud
- Williams at 15 active COVID-19 cases; cumulative total of 57 since spring
- Get out and vote: Primary election voting centers open til 7 p.m.
- Ash Fork, Parks, Heritage schools set for remote, in-person learning
- Pandemic and social unrest puts rural law enforcement under pressure
- Firefighters work 50-acre fire near Tusayan
- At 92 degrees, Thursday heat in Flagstaff ties daily record set in 1943
- Congressional candidate Q & A: Nolan Reidhead prioritizes COVID-19 help, improving the economy and police reform
- Fire restrictions lifted for Kaibab National Forest, Coconino County, Williams
- Arrests made during protest march in Flagstaff
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Clarinda Vail leads bid to oust current mayor in Tusayan
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — A woman who has long opposed massive development in Tusayan on the outskirts of Grand Canyon National Park had a strong lead in the mayoral race.
‘Alien abductions’ of humpback chub help frame future of Colorado River
Charismatic is hardly the best word to describe the humpback chub, a fish with a frowny eel face jammed onto a sportfish body in a way that suggests evolution has a sense of humor.
Plans for Tusayan/Grand Canyon sports complex center creep forward
A partnership between the town of Tusayan and the Grand Canyon Unified School District (GCUSD) is moving forward with plans to improve the school sports complex off Long Jim Loop Road.
- In the running: Greg Brush candidate for Tusayan council
- Havasupai Tribe hails National Defense Authorization Act a victory
- Three members of Hualapai Tribe sentenced to federal prison for assault
- Thumb Fire burns 8,354 acres, 100 percent contained
- Erratic winds from passing thunderstorms challenge firefighters on Thumb Fire
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Health clubs try again to undo Ducey's gym closure order
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona's top public health official was grilled in court Monday over why health clubs must remain closed in a bid to guard against the spread of the coronavirus, yet supermarkets, restaurants and other businesses can remain open.
New Mexico man convicted of killing Navajo child loses appeal bid
FARMINGTON, N.M. (AP) — A New Mexico man serving a life sentence for kidnapping and killing an 11-year-old girl in 2016 had his appeal dismissed after a judge ruled that he failed to file his motion in time.
Firefighters battle wildland fire near Village of Oak Creek
SEDONA, Ariz. — Coconino National Forest firefighters continue to suppress the Pig Fire approximately 5 miles south/southeast of the Village of Oak Creek off the east side of northbound Interstate 17.
- ‘Alien abductions’ of humpback chub help frame future of Colorado River
- New exhibit at Death Valley National Park pays tribute to Navy pilot on anniversary of crash
- Proposal to protect Joshua trees from climate change proves divisive
- Arizona congressman tests positive for virus; 2nd this week
- 2 pilots killed in single engine air-tanker collision at Nevada fire
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Schools around state announce cancellation of fall sports
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — As schools begin to reopen whether remotely or in-person, reports of cancelled fall sports programs are trickling in. These programs include football, volleyball, cross-country, swimming and others.
Vikings volleyball takes first steps
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — On Aug. 17 Gov. Doug Ducey announced the start of the new year for Arizona schools and Williams High School has taken the first steps toward gearing up for the 2020 athletic season.
Head games: Former volleyball player believes concussions led to mental health issues
PHOENIX – Research into sports-related concussions started with football injuries but has since spread to other activities where hits and falls are routine, such as hockey, soccer and cheerleading.
- Vikings football takes first steps toward 2020 season; camp set for Aug. 3-6
- AIA creates preliminary plan for high school sports
- Start of school athletics and activities delayed until Aug. 17
- Madi Olson awarded child abuse prevention scholarship
- Community recognizes Williams High School class of 2020 with graduation banners
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Out of the past: The summer of 1920 in Williams
One-hundred years ago, Williams was a bustling community whose economic vitality was based on agriculture, logging and the railroad.
Out of the past: 15th anniversary of a fire in downtown Williams
The fire also damaged adjacent businesses.
Historic Latter-day Saints church stills stands in Chino Valley
CHINO VALLEY - It’s the aging, run-down but still-standing little stone building that every Chino Valley resident sees while traveling down Highway 89.
- Out of the past: Road cave-in Route 66 between Ash Fork and Williams
- Out of the past: ATSF Grand Canyon Limited wrecks west of Williams in 1964
- Historic presentation: Fred Harvey Farm, the original farm to table restaurant, Feb. 15
- Out of the past: Children at Elephant Rocks in Williams circa 1926
- Out of the past: Train wreck east of Williams 1926
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Rowdy: Week of Aug. 5
Rowdy: Week of Aug. 5
Editorial: Support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act
The program is not a check but rather a tax credit for each to work together in support of keeping local journalism sustainable during this damaging business environment.
Rowdy: week of July 29
Rowdy.
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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Carving out a niche: Gateway Sandwich Company opens on Route 66
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — The Bright Angel, the Yaki, the Mather and Hermit’s Rest are just a few of the Grand Canyon-themed fare that can be found at the newly opened Gateway Sandwich Company on Route 66 in Williams.
California condors seen in Sequoia after nearly 50 years
Endangered California condors have been spotted in Sequoia National Park for the first time in nearly 50 years.
Cleaning up: Residents get permit to continue work to beautify I-40
Local resident Michelle Gauthier recently received a permit for the Arizona Department of Transportation Adopt-a-Highway permit for mileposts 171-172 on Interstate 40 near the International Kadampa Retreat Center.
- Business beat: Gonzalez Mini Market expands to include a carniceria
- Guarding the forest: Remembering Aguilar’s firefighting career
- Next steps: Cynthia Seelhammer exits as Tusayan town manager
- Guarding the forests: Henry L. Benham, a resounding voice for the Kaibab
- Greater Williams Community Fund distributes $10,200 to local organizations
- Census field workers back on Navajo Nation, with work cut out for them
- Army National Guard band to play in Williams July 6
- Robinson and Associates Real Estate donates pencil sharpeners to Williams Elementary
- Sharing the goods: Fresh salsa, baked goods, more at farmer's market
- Rethinking your business advertising in a post-COVID-19 world, marketing guru shares
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Grand Canyon PSAR volunteer cares for those in need
The park reported that Wais was hiking the Bright Angel trail July 15 assisting visitors suffering from heat illness.
Wedding bells: Tammy Renee is engaged to Michael W. Ruby
The wedding is set for July 25 in Williams.
Williams News cartoonist says 'I do' in Winslow, Arizona
Williams News cartoonist, Rowdy, was married June 26 on the corner in Winslow, Arizona.
- Lions Club places wreath at Monument Park in honor of National Police Week
- Williams Fire makes $1,000 donation to Senior Center; responds to semi fire, faulty smoke alarms in April
- Signs of life: Spring bursts into action
- Smokey supports safety in face of coronavirus
- Putting it to the test: Williams Fire tests 10,600 feet of hose
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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Obituary: Winnie Lorinda Carpenter
Born August 25, 1941, Winnie Lorinda Carpenter was a country western singer.
Obituary: Lenore Alvina (Arnestad) Reed
She lived an adventurous 98 years on her terms.
Obituary: Lawrence Michael Lesko
Obituary: Lawrence Michael Lesko
