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Forest thinning to create temporary closures to Keyhole Sink and Oak Hill area Sept. 27-29
Forest thinning on the Parks West Project will take place around the Keyhole Sink Trail, located west of Parks, Arizona off Old Route 66 Sept. 27-29.
Driver identified in fatal accident on Perkinsville Road Sept. 19
WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Williams Police Department (WPD) responded to a roll-over accident on Fourth Street near Santa Fe Dam that claimed the life of one passenger around 11 a.m. Sept. 19.
Man sentenced for attack on camper at Perkinsville
PRESCOTT, Ariz. — A 44-year-old Prescott man who fled in 2019 while on trial for a brutal attack on a camper the previous year has been sentenced to 28 years in prison after being apprehended in Payson in late July, authorities said.
- Northern Arizona Healthcare to require COVID-19 vaccination for employees
- Paving to begin on Garland Prairie Road and Route 66
- 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
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Elk rut season in Grand Canyon: What you need to know
Bulls have been known to charge at humans during rut, as they defend their territory and groups of female elk known as a “harem”.
School of Rock is back in black after COVID put previous year online
The 15th annual ‘School of Rock’ was in session Sept. 13 immediately after Grand Canyon School’s last bell rang for the day.
Tusayan Fire District to host open house Sept. 23
On Sept. 23, the Tusayan Fire District (TFD) will open its doors to the public for an open house tour and presentation celebrating recently promoted and newly-hired staff.
- Search at Grand Canyon turns up remains of person missing since 2015
- Indian Garden to be renamed Havasupai Garden
- Maryland man backpacking at Grand Canyon found on North Rim
- Tusayan to receive American Rescue Plan funds; mayor explores direct payments to residents
- Tusayan to bring ice rink for seasonal fun
- Tusayan seeks public input at community awareness event Sept. 16
- 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
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One dead, another injured in plane crash west of Page
A pilot was killed and his passenger injured after their private airplane crashed west of Page, Arizona, Sept. 22.
$5K reward for info on bighorn sheep ram poaching in Arizona
The incident occurred July 10 in the Buckeye Hills at Gillespie Dam.
COVID has killed about as many Americans as the 1918-19 flu
The U.S. population a century ago was just one-third of what it is today, meaning the flu cut a much bigger, more lethal swath through the country.
- Poll: Unvaccinated Arizonans generally not changing their minds
- BLM moving back to D.C., reversing Trump-era decision
- U.S. Forest Service hits brakes on Arizona restoration project
- Body found in Wyoming believed to be missing woman Gabrielle Petito
- Doctors warn against using Ivermectrin for COVID-19 prevention, treatment
- ADOT enters negotiations with Kiewit-Fann Joint Venture for I-17 improvements project
- Pumpkin Fest & Corn Maze’s soft opening begins at Mortimer Farms
- 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
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Williams Middle School Falcons host cross-country invitational
The Williams Middle School Falcons hosted a cross-country invitational Sept. 16.
Williams Falcons soccer preps for games
The Williams Middle School Falcons soccer team has had success in its first games.
Williams Middle School football wins first games
The Williams Middle School Falcons football team has finished the first few weeks of the 2021 season.
- Vikings football and volleyball cruise to easy wins over Mayer
- Mountain Man Run returned to Williams over Labor Day weekend
- Williams Vikings football cruises past Hayden, Bagdad
- Lady Vikings volleyball snags title at Ash Fork tourney, crushes Bagdad
- Vikings cheer takes the field at Williams High School
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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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National Public Lands Day offers free entrance, volunteer events
As part of this nationwide event day use fees will be waived at Grand Canyon National Park and other national parks throughout the U.S.
Community calendar: week of Sept. 21
Upcoming events in the Williams area.
Rowdy: week of Sept. 21
Rowdy.
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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Mayor and vice-mayor recognized for Vietnam Moving Wall event
Williams Mayor John Moore and Vice Mayor Don Dent were recognized by Rodger Ely for their efforts to help bring The Moving Wall, a 252-foot mobile replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C., to Williams June 4-6.
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
- 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
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Williams alumni celebrate multi-class reunion Sept. 10-11
Hosted by the class of 1970 and 1971, the reunion was open to any WHS alumni and guests from any year.
Mattis Musel wins No Cavity Club drawing
The No Cavity Club winner for for the months of Jan. 1 to June 30 at Timberline Dental is Mattis Musel, 4, of Ash Fork.
23 new Americans celebrate naturalization at the Grand Canyon
An estimated 9,258 candidates will become citizens at 63 special ceremonies held across the country and around the world Sept. 13-24.
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.
