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Fire managers issue moderate fire danger rating today

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forestWILLIAMS — Effective immediately, fire managers are raising the fire danger rating to “moderate” across the Williams Ranger District, Tusayan Ranger District and the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.

The fire danger rating on the North Kaibab Ranger District and the North Zone of the Grand Canyon National Park remain low, but North Zone fire managers are continuously monitoring conditions on the Kaibab Plateau and will increase fire danger levels to moderate when appropriate.

Forest visitors are reminded to use extreme caution when camping as warming temperatures, lack of precipitation, lowering humidity levels and high winds are ideal conditions for wildfires to spark up. Visitors are also reminded to check with local district ranger offices and ask if any fire restrictions are in effect, as this can quickly change.

Fire managers use the National Fire Danger Rating System (NFDRS) to assist in determining Preparedness Levels and when Campfire and Smoking restrictions may be implemented. Using this tool helps Fire Managers to identify critical times when fires can become difficult to control.

For more information on fire activity updates, please call or visit: Fire Information Line: 928-635-8311

WAAG rabies clinic this weekend

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WILLIAMS — The Williams Animal Action Group will hold it’s 30th Annual Rabies clinic on Saturday, April 11 from 12 to 3 p.m. The WAAG Clinic will have a veterinarian on hand to administer the rabies shot, but other shots will be available for purchase and must be given by the owner. The dog and cat rabies shot is $10.00.

SICK ANIMALS CANNOT BE VACCINATED. Please make sure that your dog is on a leash and bring cats in carriers.

City licenses will also be offered for cats and dogs. For spayed and neutered dogs the cost is $10 and for normal dogs $25. Cat licenses are offered for spayed or neutered cats only at the cost of $5. You must provide proof of rabies vaccination and surgery.

Habitat for Humanity Grand Opry Night This Friday

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grand-opryWILLIAMS – Habitat for Humanity will hold their annual Grand Opry Night fundraiser this Friday, April 10 starting at 6:30 p.m. The event will be held at the Williams Rodeo Barn on Rodeo Road. Tickets may be purchased at the door.

The music will be provided by the William Opry Band and the event features live and silent auctions, raffles, door prizes and more. Hot dogs, soda and water will also be available.

The cost is $3 for students and seniors, $6 per adult or $15 for a family of 4 or more.

The proceeds benefit the Williams Area Habitat for Humanity. For more information call (928)635-4393.

Is there snow in your future?

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20121214flagFLAGSTAFF/WILLIAMS — The long-rage weather forecast shows a slight chance of rain and snow on Wednesday for Williams and Flagstaff. There is another chance next Sunday. Little or no accumulation is expected.

Otherwise temperatures will hang between 50 and 60 during the day with temperatures just above 20s at night.

There is a hazardous wind advisory for tomorrow for Apache, Coconino, Northern Gila, Navajo and Yavapai counties. Wind gusts of 40 miles-per-hour are expected across Coconino County.

A fire watch will be in effect Monday for the northeast quarter of the State.

Thanks to those volunteers who helped for Easter

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640-Volunteers15-04-04-01WILLIAMS — Though a record crowd did not show up for the community Easter Egg Hunt, the volunteers still worked hard to set up the event.
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Not only did they set up and clean up, they fed the hungry crowd and handed out prizes to the hunters.
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Not pictured are the number of police, Sheriff’s deputies, firefighters and other public safety officials who kept the peace missing out on the festivities.

Good Friday procession down Route 66

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40-GF04-03-37WILLIAMS — As the sun set in Williams, the Williams Police Department safely escorted those carrying the cross in the Good Friday procession.
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The procession traveled the length of the city down Route 66 from the Mustang gas station to the Family Harvest Church. The event attracted a crowd from all faiths in Williams.
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Good Friday procession begins Easter weekend

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todo-2WILLIAMS — Easter holiday begins today with a Good Friday procession starting at the Mustang Gas Station on the east end of Route 66 at 6:30. The procession will travel west down Railroad Avenue to the Family Harvest Church. Father Killian, of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, announced at the Younglife steak dinner fundraiser that they could use eight strong men or seven women to carry the cross for the procession.

The annual Community Easter Egg hunt will be held at the Recreation Center on Railroad Avenue on Saturday, April 4. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

On Sunday, Friends of the Williams Aquatic Center will hold their 5th Annual Ducky Egg Race. Tickets can be purchased at Safeway, today, and at the Community Easter Egg Hunt.

Except for some cold gusty winds, as high as 28 mph Saturday and 37 on Sunday, the weather for the weekend appears clear and warm.

Williams Sportsman’s Club 2015 Grad Night fundraiser

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williams-sportsmans-club-1WILLIAMS — The Williams Sportsman’s Club (Facebook) and Parents Who Care are hosting a fundraising shoot to benefit the 2015 Grad Night. Practice will start from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. The cash shoot will run from 9 a.m. until finished.

The range is located on Highway 64 about a quarter mile north of I-40. Watch and turn to the left and follow the signs to the range. The range is open every Wednesday and Saturday morning from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

The different shoot categories are :

  • 100 yard long rifle with sandbag rest
  • 100 yard long rifle off hand
  • 20 yard pistol
  • 50 yard .22 with sandbag rest
  • 50 yard .22 off hand
  • Kids .22 shoot (12 & under)

The entry fee for non-members is $5 with an additional $5 a round. The winner of each shoot gets 50% of the pot for each shoot.

All range rules apply and shooters must use range tables and sandbags.

Breakfast burritos, hamburgers and drinks will be available. For more information you may contact Ron Hollamon at 928-526-4766.

Don’t forget your pets this Easter

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spoiled-rotten15-03-28 003WILLIAMS — Need some gifts for your pets this Easter season? Spoiled Rotten Pet Boutique and Many Tails Pet Grooming have the answers.

Spoiled Rotten has a line of treats and toys for your feline or canine. They also feature a line of Science Diet products. The store has pet clothing and beds and t-shirts and stickers for the owners.

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Many Tails Pet Grooming will pamper your pet with a grooming and bath. Call (928) 635-8897 for an appointment.

Old Trails True Value hardware on Rodeo Road also has a line of pet supplies. They also have supplies for that pet project, such as a dog house.

It’s a good time to be in the No. 1 Second Amendment friendly State

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upload-rafflesWILLIAMS — There are several raffles ongoing in Williams to benefit many good causes. Some are great for the No. 1 Second Amendment friendly State according to Guns and Ammo.

You can support the 2015 Senior Grad night and possibly take home a Howa 22-250 with a Nikko Stirling 3.5x10x44 scope with the purchase of a $10 ticket or 3 tickets for $20. The drawing will be held on May 1 at the Wild West Junction. Tickets may be purchased at the Allstate insurance office on 1st Street.

In the mall on Route 66, you can visit Williams Wear and Buck’s Place and purchase a chance for your choice of a Ruger American .308 bolt action rifle or Stoeger P350 12 gauge pump shotgun for $10 a ticket or 3 for $20. Courtesy of the Friends of the NRA. The drawing will be held when all 200 tickets are sold.

You do not have to be present at either raffle to win. To be eligible to win the firearms, you must be legally allowed to own firearms in accorance with Arizona and Federal law. Background checks are required.

Concerned about possible safety? The Matthew Broehm VFW Post 12128 also located in the mall is raffling off a Champion Collector CS-31 gun safe. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. For an additional donation to the VFW, The Firemen Movers will get the safe where it needs to be.

Need a little cash? You can vie for the following cash prizes.

Parents Who Care are conducting a fundraiser for the 2015 Grad Night. Cash prizes are $2,500, $1,500 and $1,000. The drawing will be held April 25th at the Cureton Park Spring Festival on April 25th and you need not be present to win. You can buy tickets for $10 each at the Allstate office on 1st Street across from City Hall.

The Arizona State Council of the Knights of Columbus is holding it’s raffle for prizes of $10,000; $7000; $5000; $3000; $2000, $1000 and four $500 cash prizes. Tickets are $5 each, $20 for 5 or $100 for a book of 30. The drawing is May 16 and winners need not be present to win. TIckets may be purchased at the Grand Canyon Coffee and Cafe.