Williams-Grand Canyon News

10/16/2025

Yavapai County Manager Maury Thompson resigned earlier this month.

Yavapai County Manager Maury Thompson resigned his position on Wednesday, Oct. 1.

10/16/2025

A group of 18 cyclists stopped in Williams last week while on a 575-mile journey from Cedar City, Utah to Phoenix to raise funds for multiple sclerosis research and awareness.

WILLIAMS — A group of 18 cyclists pedaled into town last week, part of a 575-mile journey from Cedar City, Utah to Phoenix aimed at raising funds...

10/16/2025

A benefit event and raffle will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24 at the World Famous Sultana for the family of TJ Karlson, who was recently diagnosed with cancer.

A Williams family is being showered with support amid a recent cancer diagnosis.

10/15/2025

Legislation proposed by Rep. Eli Crane aims to streamline the federal contracting process by granting the National Park Service emergency contracting authority in the rebuild of the North Rim.

U.S. Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) has announced legislation to expedite the rebuild of the Grand Canyon’s North Rim.

10/15/2025

Here are this week's Cartoons by Rowdy:

10/15/2025

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10/15/2025

Due to limited firefighting capabilities under current water restrictions, Stage 2 fire restrictions are in effect at the South Rim, North Rim and Inner Canyon.

Grand Canyon National Park is implementing additional water restrictions on the South Rim following a pump failure at Havasupai Gardens. Until...

10/15/2025

The public now has access to nearly 90% of the North Kaibab Ranger District.

On Oct. 8, the Kaibab National Forest further reduced its forest closure, reopening over 7,000 additional acres of forest lands west of Highway 67...

10/14/2025

More than 1,200 people from 32 countries attended the festival in person, while 1,575 people from 48 countries participated online.

For the second time, the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU) International Fall Festival was held in Williams...

10/14/2025

The Vikings are 4-4 overall entering Friday's senior night matchup with El Capitan.

The Williams Vikings football team came up short on the road last Friday, Oct. 10 against a tough opponent in Mogollon.

10/14/2025

At noon on Sunday, Oct. 19, St. John's Episcopal-Lutheran Church will dedicate its Community Memorial Garden and celebrate the life of Sally Burcham.

At noon on Oct. 19, St. John's Episcopal-Lutheran Church, 202 West Grant Street, will dedicate their Community Memorial Garden located on the north...

10/14/2025

Wind Advisory in effect today.

Strong southerly winds will be present today across the region. Areas along the Coconino Plateau, Western Mogollon Rim, and the Yavapai County Mountains will see gusts 40-50 mph through this evening. A Wind Advisory is in effect through 7 PM MST/8 PM MDT tonight.