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According to Coconino County Health and Human Services Director Kim Musselman, the Center of Disease Control has notified the county to expect a significant increase in vaccines in April.

By Wendy Howell March 16, 2021
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NPS announces plans to fully reopen Grand Canyon by May 21
Grand Canyon consults Navajo Nation in preparation for opening east entrance; park visitation drops 3 million in 2020

Closures caused dramatic losses to revenue park-wide, as Grand Canyon National Park visitation numbers dropped from 5 million in 2019 to just 2 million in 2020.

March 16, 2021
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As of March 15, there are 191 confirmed COVID-19 cases in zip code 86023 (Grand Canyon and Tusayan).

March 16, 2021
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The 163-acre property is set to become Marble Canyon Village, a master-planned resort facility that will include a variety of lodging, shopping, entertainment and wellness-centered recreation opportunities.

By Wendy Howell March 9, 2021
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Spring sports get green light at Grand Canyon School
Governing board plans for March 22 hybrid reopening

The board approved plans to go ahead with both high school track and field and middle school volleyball.

March 9, 2021
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During a special meeting Feb. 17, the Grand Canyon School District Governing Board voted to set March 22 as a tentative reopening date for hybrid learning, provided all metrics are met.

March 2, 2021
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Sitting on the roof at night for internet: Pandemic learning in the Navajo Nation
A teacher shares the struggles of reaching students learning at home during the coronavirus pandemic

This article is reprinted with permission from Education Week. It highlights the unique challenges of remote learning and life on the Navajo reservation during the coronavirus pandemic.

By By Catherine Gewertz, Courtesy of Education Week March 2, 2021
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Tusayan Town Council to create engineering department
Tusayan Town Hall to host public workshops via Zoom, Feb. 27 and March 31

With several large-scale engineering projects in the works, the Tusayan Town Council has begun to take steps toward creating an engineering department to help streamline operations and facilitate a greater level of community understanding of projects.

By By Lo Frisby, Williams-Grand Canyon News February 23, 2021
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Reopening of Grand Canyon National Park’s east entrance questioned
Closures continue to impact tribal parks, reservation businesses as Navajo Nation debates benefit of opening east entrance to Grand Canyon

On Feb. 10, Grand Canyon National Park officials met with Navajo Nation leaders to discuss the reopening of the park’s eastern park entrance, which borders the Navajo Nation.

February 23, 2021
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As of Feb. 22, there is one active case of COVID-19 in the city of Williams and three active cases in the 86046 zip code.

February 23, 2021
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As of Feb. 22, there are 174 confirmed COVID-19 cases in zip code 86023 (Grand Canyon and Tusayan). There are 42 confirmed cases inside the park, with 42 recovered cases.

By Williams-Grand Canyon News February 23, 2021
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As of Feb. 15, there are 171 confirmed COVID-19 cases in zip code 86023 (Grand Canyon and Tusayan).

February 16, 2021
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Coconino County now vaccinating all groups in Phase 1b
Phase 1b now includes essential workers, government employees and those living in congregate settings, among others

Coconino County and its healthcare vaccination partners are now vaccinating all groups in Phase 1b effective immediately.

February 16, 2021
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Coconino County expects vaccine doses to double
Seniors encouraged to call county for help registering

WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Coconino County health officials are hopeful that additional doses of the COVID-19 will be arriving soon following the Biden administration’s announcement that it is expanding access to vaccines and freeing up more doses for states and pharmacies.

By Wendy Howell February 9, 2021
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Grand Canyon School PTA seeks new members, plans for upcoming graduation
New board named for Parent, Teacher Association as Grand Canyon School continues with remote learning and plans for upcoming graduation

After a late start, the Parent, Teacher Association (PTA) at Grand Canyon School is excited to be back on track and offering support to students and families.

By Loretta James February 9, 2021
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On Feb. 8, the National Park Service implemented a mask requirement for all employees and visitors to parks.

February 9, 2021
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The library is excited to offer a new catalog website for patrons along with expanded wifi that allows visitors to access a stronger internet connection.

February 9, 2021
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As of Feb. 8, there are 169 confirmed COVID-19 cases in zip code 86023 (Grand Canyon and Tusayan).

February 9, 2021
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As of Feb. 1, there are 14 active cases of COVID-19 in the city of Williams and 7 active cases in the 86046 zip code.

By Williams-Grand Canyon News February 2, 2021
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As of Feb. 1, there are 147 confirmed COVID-19 cases in zip code 86023 (Grand Canyon and Tusayan).

February 2, 2021
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Starting Feb. 1, the Safeway Pharmacy in Williams will begin taking appointments to administer the COVID-19 vaccine.

January 28, 2021
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Coconino County sees high demand for COVID-19 vaccine
Priority populations within Phase 1b continue to receive vaccinations through Coconino County

The community continues to demonstrate a high level of interest in getting vaccinated; however, the available supply of COVID-19 vaccine remains limited.

January 14, 2021
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WILLIAMS, Ariz. - A small outbreak of COVID-19 cases among city employees who work inside City Hall has prompted the closure of the offices and library for up to two weeks.

By Wendy Howell January 13, 2021
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Yes, with some exceptions.

By Associated Press January 12, 2021
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PHOENIX, Ariz. — On Jan. 10, Gov. Doug Ducey ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff to honor the lives of U.S. Capitol Police officers who died in Washington D.C. last week at the U.S. Capitol.

By Williams-Grand Canyon News January 12, 2021
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WILLIAMS, Ariz. — Although the Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA) Executive Board voted 5-4 Jan. 8 to cancel the high school winter sports season, the group is meeting again Jan. 12.

By Wendy Howell January 12, 2021
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The COVID-19 vaccine requires a 28-day follow up booster shot to be fully effective.

By Loretta James January 12, 2021
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PHOENIX (AP) — Schools that have lost students during the pandemic would see their funding cut under a proposal Gov. Doug Ducey outlined Jan. 11 in his annual state-of-the-state address, a speech that hardened his longstanding resistance to school and business closures.

By BOB CHRISTIE and JONATHAN J. COOPER, Associated Press January 12, 2021
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O'Halleran was waiting to give a speech on the House floor regarding the Republican parties challenge to the electoral college victory of President-elect Joe Biden when he said they started hearing noise.

By By Stan Bindell, Williams-Grand Canyon News January 12, 2021
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There is 12,823 confirmed cases in Coconino County and 218 deaths.

January 12, 2021