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Unofficial primary election results are in for Williams, Coconino County and State of Arizona
Unofficial primary election reports are in for Williams, Coconino County and State of Arizona
Williams Fire works on training new recruits
Williams Fire conducts an in-house Fire I & II class with new recruits.
Community Calendar: week of Aug. 3
Kiwanis Club of Williams will be hosting a swap meet Labor Day weekend
- Junipine Fire Department Auxiliary to host blood drive
- Water on the way: Portion of Rodeo Road closed as Dogtown pipe line work continues
- Three fatalities in I-40 crash near Williams
- Voters headed to polls August 2 to decide on Williams mayor and council candidates
- Coconino Forest Supervisor retires after 33 years
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Native American Heritage Days take place this weekend on North Rim
The 27th annual North Rim, Native American Heritage Days takes place on the grounds of Grand Canyon Lodge, Aug. 5-7.
Alaska’s Denali National Park hires first female superintendent
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Brooke Merrell has been named superintendent of Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska and is the first woman in that role in the 105-year history of the park, the National Park Service announced July 21.
Grand Canyon School welcomes new teachers for 2022-23
The Grand Canyon Unified School District welcomes new staff for the 2022-2023 school year.
- VIP Spotlight: Arizona Trail Association North Rim tree clearing project
- Conservation groups support amendments to Grand Canyon Protection Act
- Throwing bolts at Grand Canyon: NPS reminds visitors of lightning hazards
- Local Firewise cleanup Aug. 6-7 at Grand Canyon Village
- Guest column: Arizona Wildlife Federation looks forward to permanent protection for the Grand Canyon
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Body found near Lake Mead swimming site third to surface since May
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Another body has surfaced at Lake Mead — this time in a swimming area where water levels have dropped as the Colorado River reservoir behind Hoover Dam recedes because of drought and climate change.
Flooding causes fish die off at Flagstaff’s Frances Short Pond
A fish die-off occurred in the Frances Short Pond after last week’s storms caused flood waters containing ash and debris to enter the pond.
U.S. solicits help as it defines old growth and mature forests
U.S. officials July 21 solicited outside help as they craft definitions of old growth and mature forests under an executive order from President Joe Biden.
- Grand Canyon begins conversations with gateway communities about light pollution
- Dragon Fire at 733 acres on Grand Canyon North Rim
- Committee Fire triples in size after stormy winds; second fire by lightning
- Navajo Nation assesses safety and shoreline issues for Navajo region at Lake Powell
- Woman is 3rd-generation fire watcher in Arizona for 30 years
- Early voting for primary election kicks off
- Pioneer Parkway roundabout work set to get started next week in Prescott
- Driver survives vehicle rollover into boulders on Iron Springs Road near Prescott, thanks to seat belt
- Air attack responds to Casner Fire near Beaver Creek
- Phoenix man drowns in Oak Creek
Sports & Education see more>
Soccer returns for second season at Williams High School
The Williams Vikings soccer program has returned for a second high school season.
Williams Girls on the Run registration now open
Girls on the Run registration is now open for the 2022 season.
Over 70 athletes attend sports physical event at NCHC
Each student left with a completed student athletic physical, a functional motor screen that can assist in identifying potential injuries, and a dental screening with custom mouth guards for students needing them.
- Scholarships available for WEMS preschool; registration fair July 13
- Registration begins for Williams youth football and cheer
- Williams Aquatic Center and Summer Rec serve up summertime fun
- Yavapai College announces program to help students graduate debt free
- Williams Little League juniors softball claims district title
Out Of The Past see more>
Phantom Ranch opened in Grand Canyon 100 years ago this week
On or about the 15th of June, Phantom Ranch, a new development in Grand Canyon National Park, will be opened to visitors.
Out of the past: Parks in the Pines store
The original Parks Store and Cabins has been a staple in the Parks, Arizona community since 1906.
Out of the past: Red Lake community part of Williams’ unique ranching history
The Red Lake area encompasses about 40,000 acres, 9 miles north of Williams, with several thousand residents spread across the high desert.
- Out of the past: Grand Canyon Airport in 1948
- NAU and Kaibab National Forest partner to open archaeological field school at historic logging camp near Grand Canyon
- Out of the past: Grand Canyon marks 65th anniversary of tragic airline accident
- Out of the past: Pep rally parade for Williams vs. Jerome game
- Navajo Bridge in northern Arizona celebrates 92 years
Opinions see more>
Rowdy: week of Aug. 3
Rowdy
Guest Column - AZ Dept. Health: Protecting our children from lead
A 1-year-old child in Arizona was found to have a blood lead level four times higher than the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention considers safe.
Confused at how to keep your children safe online?
Do you know which online accounts your children use, including social media and gaming sites, messaging and e-mail?
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>
Coconino County School Superintendent seeks candidates for open WUSD Governing Board seat
Julia Pearson, John Romero and Larry Schug have submitted applications for the two vacant seats.
Williams families prepare for return to school Aug. 8
Williams Unified School District held registration this week
Williams Girls on the Run registration now open
Girls on the Run registration is now open for the 2022 season.
- Northern Arizona astronomy: Haybusa2 discovers organic compounds
- Serving the Canyon: Scott Thybony honored with 2022 Pioneer Award
- Mission to deliver: Veterans group returns WWII medals to family
- NPS volunteer spotlight: North Rim Star Party extraordinaire, Steve Dodder
- Outgoing mayor John Moore honored as Grand Marshal
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Cowboy on every corner: Cataract Creek Gang continues to entertain in Williams
The Cataract Creek Gang perform nightly at 7 p.m. in downtown Williams.
Williams Summer Rec kids enjoy day at Canyon Coaster Park
The Williams Summer Rec program had a field trip to Canyon Coaster Park July 15.
Road striping continues at Grand Canyon
According to the park, the project should be completed within the next several weeks.
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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Obit: Dorothy Lillian Miller
Dorothy Lillian Miller, longtime resident of Williams, Arizona, passed in peace May 5, 2022 at the age of 79.
Obit: John Ray Pena
John Ray Pena, 70, went home to be with the rest of his family on March 9, 2022.
Obit: Stanley Morris Rock
Stan will be missed greatly, as he was loved by those lives he touched —-family, friends, colleagues, and youth alike.
