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Accident on SR 64 north of Williams claims one
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — On June 8 at approximately 8:34 p.m., Arizona DPS troopers were dispatched to a single vehicle rollover collision near State Route 64 at milepost 191.
Game cameras banned by AZ Game and Fish Commission
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Hunters will no longer be allowed to use game-trail cameras for “the take or aid in the take of wildlife” as of January 2022.
City looks to assume control of Senior Center
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — The Williams City Council is considering taking over the operations of the Williams Senior Center after several seniors and Senior Center Governing Board members showed up in numbers to the June 10 city council meeting to express their frustration about the operations of the facility.
- 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
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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>
U.S. wildlife managers tout wolf cross-fostering efforts
A record 22 captive-born Mexican gray wolf pups have been placed into dens in the wild in the southwestern U.S. to be raised by surrogate packs, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced June 7.
State senator, others debate ADOT ruling on $32 fee
PHOENIX - More than 166,000 Arizona motorists who are now renewing their vehicle registrations are being hit up for a $32 fee that the agency may not legally be entitled to collect.
Bear found stuck on power pole in Willcox
WILLCOX, Ariz. (AP) — A bear in Arizona emerged unscathed from quite the power trip when it became stuck on a utility pole.
- Journalists demanding more action against online harassment
- Haaland sends recommendation for Utah national monuments to president
- Man accused of assaulting Boy Scout in Mohave County
- Yavapai Trails Association awarded grant for trail maintenance in Prescott
- Unprecedented outbreak of side blooms on saguaros in Arizona
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.
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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>
Thin Blue Line donates appreciation bags to Williams Police Department
The Thin Blue Line dropped off goodie bags for Williams Police officers and staff, including a special bag for K-9, Nitro, May 26.
Student perseveres with softball dreams despite tragic ATV accident in Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — May 24 marks one year since Emily White found herself in an ATV accident near Flagstaff, unaware of the severity of her injuries and the dramatic shift her life was about to take.
Williams High School celebrates 2021 graduates
Williams High School graduation took place May 28 at 7 p.m. at Williams High School.
- 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
- Green Club: High school students help clean-up
- Business Beat: Leo's Cafe offers top of the line coffee and snack options
- Whiskey with a cause: Grand Canyon Distillery offers spirits to benefit local fire departments and firefighter families
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
