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APS to repair damaged power pole evening of Sept. 16
APS has announced it will be replacing the damaged power pole on Ninth Street in Williams overnight Thursday, Sept. 16.
Northern Arizona Healthcare to require COVID-19 vaccination for employees
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH), the parent company of Flagstaff Medical Center and Verde Valley Medical Center, announced Sept. 13 it will require COVID-19 vaccinations for all of its employees.
Paving to begin on Garland Prairie Road and Route 66
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Residents and visitors to Williams will soon see new pavement on Route 66 and Garland Prairie as pipe-laying for the Dogtown Waterline project has been completed in these areas.
- Plan for lane restrictions on I-40 bridges in Flagstaff through Sept. 30
- COVID-19 update: Coconino positive cases dip slightly
- Williams Aquatic Center group continues fundraising effort
- Williams 911: week of Aug. 28-Sept. 5
- Park's RV project to come before Coconino Board of Supervisors following appeal
- Fish and Wildlife to continue funding for Arizona’s sport fish stocking program
- Fish stocking from Page Springs Hatchery temporarily suspended
- Williams Fire hosts Labor Day Celebration Sept. 4-5
- Heavy rains wash out Kaibab National Forest roads
- Arizona businesses can require employees, customers to be vaccinated
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Tusayan to receive American Rescue Plan funds; mayor explores direct payments to residents
So far, the Tusayan council is undecided as to how the funds will be utilized, and several ideas have been suggested by both Mayor Clarinda Vail and Vice Mayor Brady Harris.
Tusayan to bring ice rink for seasonal fun
The rink is a sustainable option for the area because it does not require electricity or water.
Tusayan seeks public input at community awareness event Sept. 16
On Sept. 16, members of the Tusayan community are invited to attend the first open-to-the public community awareness event, will be held at the Tusayan Sports Complex at 5 p.m.
- More than 30,665 visitors enter Grand Canyon National Park over Labor Day holiday
- Grand Canyon Astronomer in Residence to focus on public
- 36 bison successfully transferred from North Rim to Inter-Tribal Buffalo Council
- En Plein sight: Celebration of Art takes place in person and online Sept. 11-Jan 17
- Monsoon rains fill Bright Angel Creek
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Doctors warn against using Ivermectrin for COVID-19 prevention, treatment
Arizonans are poisoning themselves with medication meant for horses and cattle in their belief it will prevent or fight COVID-19.
ADOT enters negotiations with Kiewit-Fann Joint Venture for I-17 improvements project
PHOENIX — Following a comprehensive procurement process, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has entered into negotiations with the apparent preferred developer to design, construct, operate and maintain improvements to Interstate 17 between Anthem Way and Sunset Point, according to a news release.
Pumpkin Fest & Corn Maze’s soft opening begins at Mortimer Farms
PRESCOTT - The Pumpkin Fest & Corn Maze at Mortimer Farms, 12907 Highway 169 in Dewey-Humboldt, began its soft opening on Sept. 10, and it will run through Sunday, Sept. 19, and again from Friday, Sept. 24, through Sunday, Sept. 26, to promote the main event.
- Arizona AG files first suit against Biden vaccine rules
- Shelby Elizabeth Mata of the Comanche Nation named Miss Native America
- Ducey, AG vow to fight Biden’s business vaccine mandate proposal
- Airman's attorney aims to limit evidence at Flagstaff murder trial slated to start this month
- Tempe Healing Field returns for 20th anniversary of 9/11
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Mountain Man Run returned to Williams over Labor Day weekend
The 11th annual Mountain Man Run hosted by the Williams Lions Club was held Sept. 6.
Williams Vikings football cruises past Hayden, Bagdad
WILLIAMS — The Vikings football team had two big wins Sept. 3 and 10, as they faced the Hayden Lobos and Bagdad Sultans. On Sept. 3, the Vikings cruised past the Lobos on the road, 58-44.
Lady Vikings volleyball snags title at Ash Fork tourney, crushes Bagdad
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — After three early season losses, the Williams High School Lady Vikings volleyball team are on a roll, taking the wins in their last five games, and the title in the Ash Fork tournament Sept. 11-12.
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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: Pep rally parade for Williams vs. Jerome game
Students lead a parade through the back streets of Williams in the 1940s.
Navajo Bridge in northern Arizona celebrates 92 years
On this week in 1929, a dedication ceremony officially opened the Grand Canyon Bridge at Marble Canyon.
- 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
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Letter: Labor Daze festival raises $6,622 for WFD
The festival, which brought vendors, food trucks, a mirage of bounce houses, fireworks and a beer festival to Williams was able to generate $6,622 for the all-volunteer Williams Fire Department.
Letter: Operation Christmas Child gears up
Operation Christmas Child is in partnership with the Williams area organizations and churches.
Letter: Williams Fire makes plans for future Labor Daze events
This year’s event was organized in roughly seven weeks by a handful of people and from where I stand, was a total success.
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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Kenn McKinney wins 2021 Regatta and Cataract Cup
Williams Yacht Club held its 2021 Regatta & Cataract Cup remote control boat race July 24 at Kaibab Lake in Williams.
Deer Farm reminds public to leave baby wildlife alone
The Deer Farm and Game and Fish remind the public to leave baby wildlife alone.
We remember: Williams honors the heroes of 9/11
The community of Williams came out in force Saturday, to honor those who were killed or injured in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attack on the United States.
- South Rim Artist in Residence explores body and space
- Meet your constable: Greg King steps into new roll with Coconino County
- Firefighter, actor and entrepreneur, Ash Fork’s Cris Acosta is not afraid to try his hand at anything
- TV series based on Hillerman novels to be set on Navajo Nation
- Northern Arizona astronomy: Northern and Southern lights
- A classic twist: Williams’ favorite Thai restaurant finds a new location
- Heavy monsoons lead to spectacular wildflower display
- Soaring into Williams: New glider business offers rides for adventure seekers in Williams
- Mother Road Brewing donates $30K to Arizona Game and Fish
- Sparing Honanki: Archaeologists work with fire fighters to save heritage sites during Rafael Fire
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Helping veterans in need: Annual stand down in Williams offers resources
The Matthew J. Broehm Memorial Stand Down took place Sept. 10 in Williams.
Local 4-H groups attend Coconino County Fair
Williams Mountaineers 4-H Club and other local 4-H participants attended the Coconino County Fair in Flagstaff over Labor Day weekend.
WEMS announces September Students of the Month
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Williams Elementary-Middle School recently announced the September Students of the Month (SOM). Students are nominated by their teachers.
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: Ann Marek
Ann Marek, nee’ Naomi Whitted, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of September 2, 2021, just 10 days before her ninetieth birthday.
Obituary: Amora Rita Vazquez
Amora Rita Vazquez was born August 21, 2021 in Flagstaff, Arizona and passed away on September 1, 2021.
Obituary: James (Jim) Jensen
With great sadness we share that James (Jim) Jensen went to be with Jesus shortly before midnight on August 12, 2021.
