Today’s Weather
Today has highs will reach the upper 81F and an overnight low of 48F. Wind gust up to 25-35 mph.
Route 66 Centennial Celebration Begins
Kingman is taking center stage for the Route 66 centennial countdown.
Museum Upgrades: The local museum has debuted fresh enhancements just in time for the Mother Road’s historic anniversary.
Classic Car Culture: The Pharoahs Car Club of Arizona recently hosted a vibrant showcase, highlighting the city’s enduring automotive heritage.
Tourism Surge: Local officials are revitalizing Route 66 tourism, including unique lodging options like restored Airstream trailers now available for booking.
City Infrastructure & Development
Road Maintenance: The City of Kingman is continuing its Pavement Preservation Program. Ongoing crack sealing operations are currently focused on the Rancho Santa Fe and Foothills areas, with crews active daily from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. through mid-May.
Mining Milestones: Kingman Minerals Ltd. announced the completion of its Phase III drilling at the Mohave Project. The project successfully intersected significant mineralization near the historic Rosebud Mine, marking a major step for local resource development.
Public Safety & Governance
Scam Warning: City officials are alerting residents to a fraudulent traffic ticket scam. Scammers are posing as a fictitious “Arizona Ministry of Communications” to solicit payments; the city clarifies that no such agency exists.
Election Updates: The city is currently inviting public commentary on a ballot measure to transition the Mayoral term to four years. Candidates for the upcoming July primary, including incumbent Mayor Ken Watkins, have officially filed their paperwork.