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Grand Canyon Railway train operations affected by engine fire
Local fire agencies responded to a report of an electrical fire on a Grand Canyon Railway train at the railroad crossing on Pronghorn Road June 8.
Cowpuncher's Reunion Rodeo returns to Williams this weekend
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — The Arizona Cowpuncher’s Reunion Rodeo returns June 19-20 in Williams.
Fourth of July parade and fireworks on track for Williams
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — As one of the most anticipated events in Williams, the annual Fourth of July show draws crowds from around the state.
- Pulling out of the station: Max and Thelma Biegert are remembered for reviving Grand Canyon Railway
- Slate Fire grows to 11,000 acres, Highway 180 reopens
- Evacuations in place for large wildfire in Cornville
- Windy conditions push Slate Fire on Highway 180 to 5,000 acres
- Slate Fire grows to 2,080 acres, Highway 180 remains closed
Grand Canyon Local News see more>
Colorado man dies at Hance Rapid on Colorado River during multi-day rafting trip
James Crocker, 63, of Lakewood, Colorado, entered the river at the top of Hance Rapid, Colorado River mile 77.
Fourth of July in Tusayan boasts drone show, live band and more
Chamber of Commerce Board Member Stoney Ward said the town is going to be extra busy and every business in town is participating in Fourth of July events.
Extreme temperatures result in 33 assists and six rescues at Grand Canyon National Park
An excessive heat warning continues at Grand Canyon after the park reported temperatures were expected to exceed more than 100 degrees June 12-17.
- NPS: Memorial Day weekend leads to multiple rescues, numerous arrests at Grand Canyon
- Trail work begins on South Kaibab at Ooh Ahh Point
- Stage 2 fire restrictions begin for state, federal and local agencies
- Grand Canyon announces low county transmission, encourages vaccinations
- Missing person search initiated on South Rim of Grand Canyon
- Biden targets $2.8B for conservation, outdoor recreation
- Civilian Conservation Corps' legacy still visible at Grand Canyon National Park
- Trust buys land near Tucson for farmland, wildlife route
- Body recovered in Mystery Canyon at Zion National Park
- Excessive heat warning for Grand Canyon's Phantom Ranch
Regional & State see more>
Yavapai College’s ‘Concerts on the Green’ series begins Aug. 22
PRESCOTT, Ariz. - “Concerts on the Green,” Yavapai College Performing Arts Center’s (YCPAC) outdoor summer series, returns to the Prescott Valley Theater on the Green, located at 7501 Civic Circle, on Sunday, Aug. 22, as part of a four show encore featuring original music and tributes to John Denver, Johnny Cash, Billy Joel and Elton John.
Chino Valley cancels Fourth of July event due to fire restrictions
CHINO VALLEY - After considering current fire restrictions throughout Yavapai County and reviewing the extended forecast, the Town of Chino Valley announced in a news release the cancellation of the planned Fourth of July fireworks celebration.
Some residents remain evacuated by Telegraph wildfire
SUPERIOR, Ariz. (AP) — Several rural communities in south-central Arizona remain in evacuation mode because of a wildfire, one of several that have been burning around the state for over a week.
Sports & Education see more>
Williams Little League announces 11 & 12 softball All-Star team
The Williams Little League announced the 11 and 12 year-old All Star team June 7.
Ash Fork Rock Hounds win Little League softball Tournament of Champions
The Ash Fork Rock Hounds won the Williams Little League Tournament of Champions June 5.
Williams Vikings selected for All-Star game
Blake Smith, Luis Lara and Cody Jensen participated in the 2021 All-Star senior game June 5 in St. David.
Out Of The Past see more>
Out of the past: Santa Fe Railroad workers participate in parade
Santa Fe Workers prepare a float for a parade in Williams circa 1930s. Alfonso G. Martinez, a railway worker, is second from the right. (
Days gone by: Bright Angel popular in the 1950s
An employee works the counter at the Bright Angel Soda Fountain in 1959.
Out of the past: Vehicle accident in 1947
A couple poses with their vehicle following a wreck on Ash Fork Hill circa 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
- There is no easy hike into Grand Canyon
- Out of the past: Grand Canyon Airport, circa 1948
- Grand Canyon history notes: A new bridge over the mighty Colorado is built
- Out of the past: The summer of 1920 in Williams
- Out of the past: 15th anniversary of a fire in downtown Williams
- Historic Latter-day Saints church stills stands in Chino Valley
Opinions see more>
Letter: "We aren't old senile idiots;" Williams Senior Center members ask for help
All we want is respect. All we want is someone to care about our opinions like we cared about you.
Guest Column: Finding the good in 2020 as Tusayan forges ahead
Last year was crazy for the entire world and one that tested our community’s strength.
Letter: We want to run the Williams Senior Center
The county wants to be the boss. We don’t need a boss. We are not a prison. We are a home away from home. We love our seniors.
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
Features see more>
Historic Route 66 Car Show dazzles
The event is put on by American Legion Cordova Post 13 and attracts car enthusiasts from around the country.
Williams first responders visit Kindercamp
Williams Fire Department, Williams Police Department, and the U.S. Forest Service participated in First Responder’s Day at KinderCamp June 10 at Williams Elementary-Middle School.
Ponderosa Fire responds to Telegraph Fire
Water tender 82 looks out at the Telegraph Fire southeast of Superior, Arizona, which is now 45 percent contained and has burned more than 87,000 acres as of June 12.
- Thin Blue Line donates appreciation bags to Williams Police Department
- Student perseveres with softball dreams despite tragic ATV accident in Flagstaff
- Williams High School celebrates 2021 graduates
- Balls for Dogs tournament draws a crowd for Save Meant to Rescue shelter
- Ladies handgun safety class draws more than 30 Williams participants
- Lake Powell Fishing Report: Rivers feeding Lake Powell flow at 20 percent of normal average in May
- Northern Arizona Astronomy: The sun, sunspots and solar flares
- Williams Police pay their respects during Police Memorial Day
- U.S. Marine convoy stops in Williams for communications test
- City of Williams fills fire inspector position after nearly 20-year absence
Milestones see more>
Heritage Elementary celebrates last day of school
Students at Heritage Elementary in Williams celebrate the last day of school May 26.
Ash Fork High School honors 18 graduates in 2021 (gallery)
Ash Fork High School honors 18 graduates for the 2020-2021 school year.
WHS grads say final goodbye at Williams Elementary-Middle School
The Williams High School class of 2021 made a final walk through Williams Elementary-Middle School May 19.
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: Pamela York Fain
Obituary: Pamela York Fain
Obituary: Michael “Mike” Ransom McNelly
Obituary: Michael “Mike” Ransom McNelly
Obituary: Richard Thuerkauf
Obituary: Richard Thuerkauf
