Today’s weather
Mostly cloudy conditions with a high temperature of 55°F and a low of 45°F.
Celestial Highlights
Skywatchers in the Kingman area had a dual treat this weekend. The Quadrantid meteor shower reached its peak Friday night into early Saturday morning. While visibility was somewhat hampered by the first supermoon of 2026, dedicated observers who found dark locations away from city lights were still able to catch glimpses of bright fireballs.
Local Governance & Utilities
City Council Agenda:
Following the New Year holiday, the Kingman City Council prepared for its first session of the year to address a wide array of municipal contracts. Key items on the upcoming docket include the acquisition of new police vehicles, street sanitation machinery, and the formal approval of several infrastructure construction projects.
Gas Rate Adjustments:
Residents received notable news regarding utility costs as Southwest Gas implemented a rate reduction effective January 1, 2026. While local customers are seeing lower natural gas bills due to a decrease in the Monthly Gas Cost rate, officials noted that a separate potential rate hike for Kingman residents remains under consideration.
Community & Events
Polar Dip Success: Local officials celebrated the success of the annual Polar Dip held at Centennial Pool. Despite light rain on New Year’s Day, nearly 190 brave participants plunged into 46-degree water to kick off 2026, a turnout that was still being highlighted in Saturday’s local news cycles.
Upcoming Route 66 Event: Excitement is building for the Detroit Auto Show Route 66 Centennial Caravan, which is scheduled to make a major stop in Kingman on January 4–5.
Public Safety
Traffic Incident:
Law enforcement continued their investigation into a tragic New Year’s Eve collision on West Beale Street that resulted in the death of a Golden Valley resident.
Officer Wellness:
State-level discussions reported by local media on Saturday highlighted new proposed requirements for Arizona employers to protect workers from extreme heat, a measure currently under review by a special task force.