Weather Forecast
Overcast day with a high of 47°F and a low of 31°F. There is a slight 10% chance of light snow or rain during the day, with clear skies returning tonight. Winds are expected to remain light at around 7 mph.
Community Honors Fallen DPS Pilot
Kingman residents are gathering today to pay their final respects to Robert Skankey, a local resident and Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) pilot who lost his life in the line of duty earlier this month.
A funeral procession is scheduled to depart from Sutton Memorial Funeral Home at 9:00 a.m., leading to services at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Eastern Street at 11:00 a.m..
Traffic Alert: Eastern Street is closed between Southern and Lillie Avenues until 1:30 p.m. to accommodate the services.
Parking & Overflow: Attendees are directed to park at Hualapai Elementary School, which will also host a livestream for overflow guests.
Official Tribute: Per order of Governor Katie Hobbs, flags across the state are flying at half-staff today in honor of Pilot Skankey.
Infrastructure & Traffic Updates
Construction continues on the Flying Fortress Parkway (formerly Rancho Santa Fe) interchange at I-40 Exit 57. The $44 million project, aimed at improving access to the Kingman Airport industrial park, remains on schedule for completion by mid-2026. Additionally, roadway improvements are ongoing along a 23-mile stretch of US 93 north of the city.
Local Highlights & Events
Karaoke Night: The Sundowner Saloon (4400 Stockton Hill Rd) hosts KJ Charlie for an evening of music and drinks on the back patio starting at 8:00 p.m..
Historical Exploration: Visitors and locals can take a self-guided Route 66 Bicycle Tour through downtown, featuring scannable QR codes with narration by historian Jim Hinckley.
Outdoor Activities: Trails at Camp Beale Loop and Monolith Gardens remain open for hiking and mountain biking, offering views of the Mojave Desert landscape.