Weather & Safety
Storm Watch: A series of three storms is moving through the region this week, bringing rain and mountain snow to Arizona. Today’s conditions in Kingman were breezy with a high of 59°F and a 35% chance of precipitation.
High Wind Advisory: Strong gusts have created difficult driving conditions, particularly for high-profile vehicles, and hazardous waves on local lakes.
City Operations & Holiday Closures
Municipal Shutdown: In observance of Presidents’ Day, Kingman City Offices were closed today.
Trash & Transit Delays: Garbage and recycling services were paused; residents with Monday or Tuesday pickups should set their bins out one day later than usual. Additionally, the Kingman Area Regional Transit (KART) bus system did not run today but will resume its standard schedule tomorrow, February 17.
Government & Infrastructure
Sales Tax Discussion: The Kingman City Council is reviewing a proposed 0.5% sales tax increase to fund a crucial connector road for the Flying Fortress Parkway Interchange. Without this funding, there is currently no set timeline to link Airway Avenue to Industrial Boulevard.
Workplace Excellence: The City of Kingman was honored today as a 2025 Best-in-Class Employer by Gallagher for the fourth year in a row, recognized for its employee benefits and engagement strategies.
Community & Events
Regional Road Closure: While city offices were closed, local focus remains on upcoming roadwork on Hualapai Mountain Road as crews begin constructing new left-turn lanes.
Lake Havasu Fatality: Residents are mourning a 55-year-old visitor from British Columbia who was killed in a fatal DUI-related pedestrian crash in nearby Lake Havasu City late Sunday night.