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Northern Arizona Hunting & Fishing magazine premier edition out
The Williams-Grand Canyon News has announced the first edition of Northern Arizona Hunting & Fishing. See the e-edition here.
Bill Williams River National Wildlife Refuge to be protected from mining
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced publication of a public land order that protects public lands at the Bill Williams River National Wildlife Refuge from mining for another 100 years. This announcement comes as the previous land order has just expired.
Williams Sportsman’s Club expand range days for area shooters
Williams Sportsman’s Club is expanding range days for Williams-area shooters.
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Gates will be locked and thousands of rangers furloughed at national parks if government shuts down
PHOENIX (AP) — Entrances to national parks will be blocked and thousands of park rangers will be furloughed if Congress doesn’t reach a budget agreement this weekend, the Department of Interior said Sept. 29.
Hualapai tribe celebrated at Grand Canyon National Park for Hwal’bay Day Sept. 22
GRAND CANYON — Grand Canyon National Park recognized Hwal'bay (Hualapai) Day Sept. 22.
Around the Rim: Week of Sept. 27
Around the Rim: Week of Sept. 27
- Guest Column: Potential lapse in government appropriations
- Zuni Youth Enrichment Project students participate in Grand Canyon National Park Cultural Demonstration Program
- Mohave County lends support to new monument lawsuit
- Astronomy Event coming to Tusayan Oct. 12-20
- Gov. Hobbs vows to keep Grand Canyon open if government shuts down
Recipe of the Day
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The threat of wildfires is rising. So are new artificial intelligence solutions to fight them
LONDON — Wildfires fueled by climate change have ravaged communities from Maui to the Mediterranean this summer, killing many people, exhausting firefighters and fueling demand for new solutions. Enter artificial intelligence.
Gov. Hobbs vows to keep Grand Canyon open if government shuts down
WASHINGTON — Working furiously to take control of a House in disarray, allies of Speaker Kevin McCarthy implored their Republican colleagues Sept. 23 to drop their hardline tactics and work together to approve a conservative spending plan to prevent a federal shutdown.
Yavapai County broadband initiative progresses south in Congress, Black Canyon
While Yavapai County’s initiative to bring high-speed internet to unserved and underserved areas is making progress in some parts of the county, the effort has been dealing with a setback and a new round of bids in other areas.
- Biggs, Crane join to block Defense bill, as shutdown looms
- Phoenix OKs short-term rental rule; officials warn it’s not a ‘magic elixir’
- Arizona court rules employees who contract COVID-19 on job entitled to benefits
- Arizona tribal water infrastructure needs more than a one-time fix
- Free Arizona state tutoring program web page now active
- Outrage intensifies over New Mexico governor's temporary gun ban as sheriff vows not to enforce it
- Arizona COVID cases double since July, as virus rebounds in state, U.S.
- Wick Communications to acquire Flagstaff’s Arizona Daily Sun from Lee Enterprises
- Powered by wind, this $10B transmission line will carry more energy than the Hoover Dam
- Prescott Valley law enforcement warns of new ‘grandparent scam’
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Lady Vikings beat Fredonia, 2-1
The Lady Vikes started out their week with a strong win over host school Fredonia, Sept. 20. All three of the Williams High School volleyball team won their matches in three sets.
Ash Fork junior varsity making waves
The Ash Fork junior varsity volleyball team is making a name for themselves this season.
Ash Fork Spartans volleyball moves to 4-3 this season
The Lady Spartans blanked the Seligman Antelopes, 3-0, in a 1A regional matchup at home Sept.20. The win boosted the Ash Fork volleyball team's record to 4-3 overall, and 1-2 in the 1A North Region. They are currently ranked third in the region.
- Williams High School co-ed soccer team continue winning streak
- Vikings lose to Bagdad 12-27, face Mayer next
- Hopi High School Bruins travel to Ash Fork for volleyball invitational
- Lady Vikes kick off season with wins against Grand Canyon, St. Michaels, Shonto
- Applicants sought for school board vacancy in Williams
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Out of the past: A cave in on U.S. Route 66
A cave in on U.S. Route 66 between Williams and Ash Fork circa 1962.
Out of the past: Santa Fe Dam, Grand Canyon Railroad Depot and Downtown Williams
A woman stands in front of the Santa Fe Dam circa 1920.
Out of the Past: Downtown Williams
Out of the Past: Downtown Williams
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Letter: Lead-free ammunition not effective for all hunts
The recent Court decision on lead free ammunition was anything but a straightforward and easy decision to make. I am a hunter and have used lead -free and lead ammunition. From my experience, lead free and lead ammunition are not created equal and a ban on lead ammunition would result in other adverse effects.
Letter: Peruvian company should not be allowed to ruin Parks
We are homeowners in Parks, Ariz. It has been brought to our attention that our very small hometown of Parks is under consideration for a major defamation of our roads, destruction of our mountains and our peaceful way of life by a Peruvian company known as Drake Mining.
Letter: Please do not mine our beloved Sitgreaves Mountain
I am shocked to discover that Drake Cement Company intends to mine 1,400 + acres in our beloved Sitgreaves Mountain area of Parks.
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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Down to six: Arizona's black-footed ferrets hit record low numbers after reaching 123 in 2012
The black-footed ferret population in Arizona is dwindling with only six ferrets left in the wild. However, the Arizona Game and Fish Department is working hard to try and increase those numbers.
Northern Arizona astronomy: Uranus and Neptune are misunderstood
Of the eight official planets in our solar system, the two least understood are Uranus and Neptune. These are also the only ones (besides minor and dwarf planets) that were unknown in ancient times.
Creature Feature: Native Fish of the Upper Colorado River Basin
Before the Colorado River flows through the Grand Canyon, it travels hundreds of miles down snowy mountain slopes, across sweeping plateaus, and through winding slot canyons.
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Williams Yacht Club hits the high seas
Williams Yacht Club held their 2023 Regatta at Kaibab Lake July 29.
Coconino Community College to host summer skills classes
FLAGSTAFF - Coconino Community College is offering several summer workshops in June. These classes are short skills building events for the local community.
Justice Court welcomes Carol Williamson
Officer Carol Williamson completed the Court Security Officer and Court Security Officer Firearms Academies and a probationary period to obtain her certification.
- Four Northern Arizona community colleges sign agreement to benefit students
- Williams VFW looking for student writers for contests
- The Gallery in Williams celebrating Raven Month with reception Oct. 15
- Williams News seeks readers’ military service stories, photos
- Voter registration deadline for General Election is Oct. 11
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: Jack Douglas
Jack L. Douglas was born in Gary, Indiana on May 7, 1943 and passed away in Williams, Ariz. Sept. 11, 2023.
Obituary: Brett William Payne
Brett William Payne, 71, passed away Aug. 28, 2023 in Williams, Ariz.
Obituary: Paul A Garcia
Paul A Garcia, 74, of Williams, Ariz., passed away peacefully at his home on Aug. 2, 2023. He was born May 7, 1949 in Bellemont, Ariz. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Billie Jo and daughter, Domenique (Sergio) Garcia-Pitalua, grandson Roberto Pitalua, one sister and multiple nieces and nephews.
