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Canyon Coaster Park owners optimistic for December opening
WILLIAMS, Ariz. - Owners of the Canyon Coaster Park currently under construction on the east side of Williams are hopeful for a December opening pending supply-chain disruptions.
Public voices opinions at first hearing for Phantom Ranch Village
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Dozens of local residents weighed in on the first public hearing Nov. 16 for Phantom Ranch Village, a proposed 87-acre residential development on the north side of Williams between Grand Canyon Boulevard and Airport Road.
Williams 911: Week of Nov. 24
The Williams Police Department answered the following calls for service, among others —
- ADOT halts I-40 construction projects through winter
- Man arrested for waving rifle outside Seligman bar
- DPS, Yavapai and Coconino County deputies stop stolen RV on Interstate 40
- Williams Fire Department teaches fire prevention, responds to tractor trailer accidents, gas leaks
- Williams 911: Week of Nov. 17
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Study: Uranium not high in water samples around Grand Canyon
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — Most springs and wells in a vast region of northern Arizona known for its high-grade uranium ore meet federal drinking water standards despite decades of uranium mining, U.S. scientists found.
Renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma performs on South Rim
World renowned American cellist Yo-Yo Ma recently visited northern Arizona, including Grand Canyon National Park and the Museum of Northern Arizona in Flagstaff.
Celebrating Grand Canyon’s tribal ties
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, the National Park Service and Grand Canyon School have been highlighting the heritage, culture and experience of Indigenous people of the area.
- USGS: Colorado River flow projected to decrease by a third by 2080
- Native American confirmed as head of National Park Service
- Ranch acreage in Cochise County protected as open range
- Grand Canyon welcomes Dean Regas as new Astronomer in Residence
- Program to kill Grand Canyon bison nets 4 animals, criticism
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Tennessee man charged in California with kidnapping, assault
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — A Tennessee man has been charged in Southern California with kidnapping his 3-year-old son and sexually assaulting his 16-year-old niece after authorities said he drove across the country with the children.
12-year-old dies after being struck by car in Kachina Village
KACHINA VILLAGE, Ariz. — A 12-year-old boy, who was riding a skateboard, was struck and killed by a vehicle Nov. 21 in Kachina Village.
Jury finds Rittenhouse not guilty in Kenosha shootings
Rittenhouse, a former police youth cadet, said he went to Kenosha to protect property from rioters. He is white, as were those he shot.
- YCSO Search and Rescue teams kept busy rescuing 2 sets of hikers
- City of Cottonwood may pursue more Verde River access points
- Police arrest bank robbery suspect at Prescott Valley home after barricade
- Arizona State Fair has record turnout, nearly 1.6M visitors
- Navajo Nation President Nez signs ban on indoor smoking
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WEMS announces November Students of the Month
WILLIAMS, Ariz. —Williams Elementary-Middle School recently announced the November Students of the Month (SOM). Students are selected by their teachers.
County to interview Maine Consolidated Governing Board candidates
PARKS, Ariz. — Coconino County recently announced interviews for an open seat for the Governing School Board Member at Maine Consolidated School District will be taking place.
Veterans share experiences with WHS students
Several local veterans shared their military experiences with Williams High School students Nov. 10.
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Out of the past: Grand Canyon Airport in 1948
The Grand Canyon airport near Tusayan, Arizona.
NAU and Kaibab National Forest partner to open archaeological field school at historic logging camp near Grand Canyon
The site is anticipated to open in 2022 with the start of a U.S. Forest Service “Passport in Time” program, where the general public can sign up to be volunteer tour guides at the site.
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: 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
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Community calendar: Week of Nov. 24
Community calendar: Week of Nov. 24
Letter: High Country Fire Rescue loses one of its own
Letter: High Country Fire Rescue loses one of its own
Letter: Lions Club gathers toys for children
Once again the Lions club of Williams will be gathering gifts to distribute to our kids.
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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Williams Sportsman's Club hosts Arizona Game and Fish youth hunter education class
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — An Arizona Game & Fish Department (AZGFD) hunter education class field day was conducted for 17 students at the Williams Sportsman's Club range in late November.
No snow forecast for drought stricken West
When you’ve been coming to the same place for decades, changes are easy to notice.
Adoption Spotlight: Vanessa and Reyes
Vanessa and Reyes are looking for their forever home.
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Councilman Bernie Hiemenz turns 75
Hiemenz enjoyed food, drinks and cake with family and friends.
Miss RockinRoute 66 announced
The winner, along with her court, were crowned in Ash Fork.
Provenicio steps down as Kaibab Forest Supervisor
Provencio joined the Kaibab in October 2015.
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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Obituary: Manuel Lawrence Santana
With deep sorrow we announce Manuel Lawrence Santana went to be with his Savior on November 14, 2021.
Obituary: Molly Jean Pearson-Anderson
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Molly Jean Pearson-Anderson at the age of 56 on September 2, 2021.
Obituary: Clyde Melick Polson
Clyde Melick Polson went home to the Father on November 9, 2021 at age 91.
