Weather
The afternoon reached a high of approximately 66°F. The day was characterized by sunny skies with occasional passing clouds. Winds were light, coming from the southwest at roughly 7–10 mph.
Evening: Temperatures cooled to a low of about 41°F overnight as cloud cover increased.
Local Law Enforcement & Public Safety
Retail Fraud Arrest:
The Kingman Police Department took a 38-year-old Golden Valley woman into custody following a month-long investigation into fraudulent returns at a business on North Stockton Hill Road. The suspect reportedly manipulated transactions over ten times, resulting in a loss exceeding $1,000.
Grant for Deputy Training:
The Mohave County Sheriff’s Office is moving forward with plans to accept a $186,000 private grant intended to enhance mental health crisis training for deputies through 2027.
Community Highlights & Business
First Baby of 2026:
Kingman Regional Medical Center celebrated the city’s first birth of the new year. Edmund “Teddy” Harms was born on January 1 at 4:11 p.m., weighing 6 pounds, 15.5 ounces.
Economic Outlook:
Local leaders released a 2025 retail review today, indicating strong growth momentum for Kingman in 2026 as new businesses prepare to open along the Route 66 corridor.
Healthcare Closure Impact:
Residents are adjusting to the recent permanent closure of North Country HealthCare’s Bullhead City branch, as legal proceedings continue regarding the provider’s recent bankruptcy filing.
Sports & Events
Prep Sports:
The Kingman Academy Tigers are looking to bounce back after a 70-41 loss to River Valley on Monday. They are scheduled to face Highland Prep West tomorrow evening.
Career Workshop:
A “Self and Career Exploration” session was held today at the local ARIZONA@WORK center to assist residents with 2026 job placement and resume building.
Upcoming Entertainment:
Tickets went on sale today for the “Rock & Roll Showdown” tribute concert scheduled for this Friday, January 9, at the Beale Street Theater.