It is being billed as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. One of the largest privately-owned parcels of land in Northern Arizona is currently in escrow and is scheduled to close this year. The sale, and the proposed ambitious, multi-use development of the 500-acre parcel of land, is big news for the Old West town of Williams, 30 minutes west of Flagstaff. The prime parcel is located downtown at Interstate 40 and Grand Canyon Blvd., and offers views of Bill Williams Mountain, the 35-acre … [Read more...] about Big Land Sale, Big Plans
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Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital Expands
Coinciding with its 10th year of service to the community, Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital has expanded its facility to continue to best meet the needs of patients in Northern Arizona. The hospital, which has served more than 12,000 patients in the past 10 years, provides specialized rehabilitative care through its inpatient, outpatient and home health services. It treats patients recovering from disabilities caused by injuries or illnesses, such as strokes, brain injuries, … [Read more...] about Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital Expands
Mayoral Race Narrowed to Nabours and White
The unofficial results of Flagstaff's primary election have Gerry Nabours and Al White as the winners with 38.44 and 35 percent of the vote respectively. Paul Kulpinski earned 20.31 percent of the vote and Paul Reilly 6 percent. The General Election is May 15th and will be a vote by mail election. (Photos L-R, Al White, Gerry Nabours) For the City of Williams, John Moore will continue as mayor with 66 percent of the vote. Frank McNelly and James Wurgler were the top … [Read more...] about Mayoral Race Narrowed to Nabours and White
Expressing the Holiday Spirit
For Michael Fleishman, magic happens. Williams High School teacher by day, Santa by night, Fleishman is well suited for both roles. Approaching life with a twinkle in his eye, he is a student of human nature, looking to create meaningful interaction with each person he meets. That is a tall order for a Santa, employed by the Grand Canyon Railway in Williams, with a steady stream of passengers. This is Fleishman's tenth season on the Polar Express, which takes riders on a 17-mile train ride to … [Read more...] about Expressing the Holiday Spirit
Bonds and Bankruptcy in Northern Arizona
Who knew cities could go bankrupt? These days, we understand the possibility too well. Like corporations and people, cities can find themselves in court renegotiating debt. In the past year, cities in states from California to Rhode Island have either filed for bankruptcy or are considering it. Like the United States government, the debt dilemma concerns raising revenues (usually taxes) or reducing expenditures (usually on city services). How do cities spell relief? Are cities in Northern … [Read more...] about Bonds and Bankruptcy in Northern Arizona
Identity Theft Presentation In Williams
Oct 5. 11:30-1:00 Edward Jones Investments will be presenting a free discussion on Identity Theft. The even will be held at Doc Holliday's Steakhouse, 950 N. Grand Canyon Blvd. … [Read more...] about Identity Theft Presentation In Williams
Grand Opening Celebration at the Gallery in Williams
The Gallery in Williams, an artist cooperative, is open for business. The Gallery is located at 309 West Route 66 in Williams next to the Sultana Theater. The co-op features local artists and their wide range of mediums. The artists themselves operate the Gallery, assist customers and perform assorted duties in the day-to-day functions required to operate the gallery. The Grand Opening for the Gallery will take place Saturday, October 1st. There will be artists demonstrations … [Read more...] about Grand Opening Celebration at the Gallery in Williams
Orpheum Presenting Dar Williams and Joan Osborne
The Orpheum Theater presents an evening with Dar Williams and Joan Osborne Wednesday, September 21, 2011. Dar Williams and Joan Osborne, two of the most acclaimed female recording artists of the last two decades, are joining forces for a two-week co-headlining tour this fall. Although they both played the inaugural Lilith Fair tour in 1997 and have worked with some of the same musicians over the years, this will mark the first time that Williams and Osborne have actually performed together. … [Read more...] about Orpheum Presenting Dar Williams and Joan Osborne
Green Energy Generators Reducing Wildlife Collisions
Almost everyone wants to see more renewable power generation, but the compromise between conservationists and power companies can be an uneasy one. Just recently, a prairie dog colony was evicted from a site in East Flagstaff, while turbines at the pending wind power generation site near Williams may kill birds and bats, as well as displace other wildlife. What can be done to reduce impacts of renewable power generation on wildlife? “Solar energy in itself is not unique in terms of impacts on … [Read more...] about Green Energy Generators Reducing Wildlife Collisions
Bearizona Reaches One Year Anniversary
Bearizona Wildlife Park is celebrating one year in business. The drive-through park near Williams features North American animals including bears, wolves, bison and big horn sheep as well as other animals. The park opened in May of 2010, with more than 90,000 visitors before the end of last year. In January, park officials celebrated the first bear cub born at the park: Doc. Bearizona is open each day from March through the end of December, weather … [Read more...] about Bearizona Reaches One Year Anniversary
