Pavement work scheduled on State Route 89 on White Spar Road

Delays of up to 15 minutes expected for the next two weeks

Crews will begin milling the asphalt on State Route 89 on White Spar Road in Prescott starting on Thursday, April 10, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.

Over the next two weeks drivers can expect delays of up to 15 minutes at a time between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Once the asphalt has been removed, crews will need time to build the road up in areas along the project and as a result, the existing roadway will be a dirt surface until the road is ready for pavement.

The speed limit will be reduced to 25 mph through the work zone. ADOT advises drivers and bicyclists to proceed through the work zone with caution, comply with the reduced speed limit and be alert for construction equipment and personnel.

The work zone will be clearly marked by temporary barricades and signage.

Citizen Prosecutor Academy scheduled for May 2d.

CASEALGoldBlueReduced2FLAGSTAFF – The Coconino County Attorney office will conduct another Citizen Prosecutor Academy on Friday May 2d from 8:30 to 5 pm.

The day-long academy is taught by various experts from the Coconino County Attorney’s Office as well as other professionals from the criminal justice system. Attendees will learn how criminal cases are handled from intake/grand jury through trial to appeal. They can also expect a lecture presented by the Medical Examiner and a presentation about the Department of Public Safety Crime Lab. Participants will gain a behind-the-scenes understanding of real-world prosecution and law enforcement. You can see a sample of lectures from their previous agenda.

“We are excited to continue our academy which brings the community into the office to share information, exchange ideas, and facilitate a better understanding of how the County Attorney’s Office serves the public. It’s also a lot of fun,” County Attorney Rozema stated in the press release.

The class sizes are limited so interested parties should apply as soon as possible. You can download an application by clicking here.

Grand Opry for Habitat for Humanity.

WILLIAMS – Habitat for Humanity will hold their Grand Opry at the Rodeo Barn this Friday, April 11 from 6:30 to 9 pm. The evening of music, fun and dinner will benefit the activities of the Williams Habitat for Humanity.

This annual fundraiser will feature country music with special guests Aquilla Larson and Caroline Barlow. Events include dancing, raffle, door prizes and cake walk. Hotdogs, soda, and water will be on sale, but popcorn will be available free. The Kiwanis club of Williams will have a spaghetti dinner from 4 to 6 pm.

Adults $6, Students and Seniors over 62 $3, Family of 4 or more $15

Northern Arizona Authors Association meeting this Saturday.

wild-west-junctionWILLIAMS – The Northern Arizona Authors’ Association meeting will take place at the Wild West Junction in Williams on Sat., Apr. 12, at 10:00 A.M.

Battlefield 4 tournament at Flag Military Surplus April 27th

battlefield-4FLAGSTAFF—Flag Military Surplus and the Phantom Gaming Society have announced a tournament based on the Battlefield 4 video game beginning at 11 am. The proceeds will benefit the Wounded Warrior program.

The entry fee is $20 per person and includes dog tags, free drink and lunch and an entry for a raffle for a desktop PC. The cash purse will depend on the number of entries. There will be live music with a D.J. and a dunk tank.

Other sponsors of the event include 103.7 The Eagle, GameStop, Radio Shack, CommSpeed, Coca-Cola and BTO.

You may register at Flag Military Surplus at 7975 north U.S. 89 north of the Flagstaff Mall or where ever you see the Phantom Gamers car in town.

Gun shows return to Coconino County Fairgrounds.

FLAGSTAFF—Arizona Collectibles and Firearms will return to the Coconino County Fairgrounds at Ft. Tuthill for two gun shows on May 17th & 18th and September 6th & 7th. The shows feature firearms, parts, ammo, knifes, militaria and much more.

The shows will run from 9 am to 5 pm on Saturday and 9 am to 4 pm on Sunday.

To reserve a space or for more information, contact Dennis Champagne at (928) 310-8544 or by email at dennis.champagne@aol.com

Gun show returns to Williams in June.

WILLIAMS—Arizona Collectibles and Firearms will return to the Williams Rodeo Barn with another gun show in June of this year.

The Williams Gun Show will be held on June 14th & 15th, 2014 at the Rodeo Barn of the Bob Dean Rodeo grounds. All Federal, State and local firearm ordinances and laws must be obeyed.

To secure a space or for more information, contact Dennis Champagne at (928) 310-8544 or by email dennis.champagne@aol.com.

Holiness Congregation Church meets tomorrow

whs-annex-01WILLIAMS—The Holiness Congregation Church will start meeting tomorrow at 10 am at the Williams High School Annex. The annex is located at 636 south 7th street just past the high school. This church is considered Arminian-Wesleyan in nature. Pastor Cosette Riggs will officiate with the assistance of Darlene Thomas.

Pastor Riggs was trained at the Nazarene Bible College and licensed as an associate pastor with the Nazarene Church. She served as a volunteer Chaplain for a hospital, hospice and as a Police Chaplain. She was ordained by the non-denominational Holiness Congregation Church in California.

Darlene was a missionary with the Nazarene Church and her husband a Nazarene Evangelist. Darlene will use her love of singing to lead the singing of hymns and choruses of praise.

The church will pay no salaries preferring the money to go to rent and to help people in need in the community. The church invites people to join if they want to serve the Lord and reach out to the community.

A case of illegal fireworks.

The remainder of one of the cases of fireworks burns.

The remainder of one of the cases of fireworks burns.

WILLIAMS – Downtown Williams was surprised Friday night by the setting off of two cases of illegal fireworks. The fireworks were set off next to the Grand Motel on Slagel and Route 66.

Williams Grand Motel. Photo from Google Maps.

Williams Grand Motel. Photo from Google Maps.

Someone set off one case of fireworks about 9 pm. About ten minutes later, they set off another case of fireworks which caught fire. The fire was extinguished by Larry Sanchez, owner of Rod’s Steak House across the street from the incident.

The box reflashed and was later extinguished by the Williams volunteer fire department.

Witnesses describe two suspects running from the scene. Police and fire fighters are still investigating.

Remains of the fireworks cases set off downtown.

Remains of the fireworks cases set off downtown.

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Class of 2014 Grad Night AR 15 drawing near.

ruger-sr556WILLIAMS – Parents That Care and Yes I Can, Inc. are sponsoring a drawing for a Ruger SR-556 AR-15 semi-automatic rifle.

The drawing will be held on April 15 and tickets are $10 each or three chances for $20.

Tickets can be purchased at Buck’s Place in the mall on Route 66 next to Grand Canyon Coffee and Cafe.