Today’s Weather
High near 96 with scattered thunderstorms likely from early afternoon onward, according to the National Weather Service. Low tonight around 77, with south-southwest winds at 5 to 9 mph and a 40% chance of precipitation.
Island Flavor Arrives
The city’s culinary options expand today with the formal launch of Niu Valley Hawaiian Grill. Located at 3416 Stockton Hill Road inside the freshly constructed Hobby Lobby Plaza, this eatery brings authentic Pacific-style lunches and dinners to residents. It kicks off a wave of retail activity in the shopping hub, with nearby retailers planning openings later this month.
Election Deadline Approaching
Mohave County voters are running out of time to participate in early voting ahead of the primary election scheduled for July 21, 2026. Citizens wishing to avoid lines on Election Day have until Friday, July 17, to secure and submit an early ballot. The upcoming mayoral contest includes candidate Ken Watkins on the local ballot.
Judicial Updates
A 24-year-old commercial truck operator from California is behind bars at the Mohave County Jail facing a manslaughter charge. State law enforcement officers arrested the driver following a devastating crossover collision on Interstate 40, approximately ten miles east of the city limits, which claimed the life of another semi-truck driver. Fatigue is cited as a contributing factor in the incident.
Public Safety
The Mohave County Development Services office is warning residents about an email scam circulating with fraudulent invoice notices. The messages falsely claim to be from the Planning and Zoning Commission. Anyone who receives a suspicious invoice by email is urged to contact Development Services directly before taking any action.
The Arizona Department of Health Services and the Mohave County Department of Public Health announced earlier this summer that the measles outbreak in the county has ended.
City Hall
In-person early voting for the July 21 Primary Election is underway and runs through Friday, July 17. The Mohave County Recorder’s Office has polling locations open for voters who don’t want to wait for Election Day. Mail ballots have already gone out.
The Mohave County Board of Supervisors adopted the FY2026-2027 county budget on June 15.
Community Events
The Kingman Library at 3269 N. Burbank St. will host a night event called “Celebrating America 250” on Wednesday, August 12, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event is organized through Mohave County.
Wildlife and Outdoors
With afternoon storms in the forecast, conditions on BLM public lands around Kingman could change quickly today. The BLM Kingman Field Office manages the 11,300-acre Cerbat Foothills Recreation Area on the edge of town. Hikers and campers heading out should check current fire restrictions through the BLM Colorado River District before heading into the field. Temperatures at higher elevations, including Wild Cow Springs Campground in the Hualapai Mountains, will run cooler than in the valley.