Today’s Weather
Thunderstorms are possible after 8 a.m., with a high near 88 and south winds gusting to 20 mph. Tonight’s low drops to around 68, and there’s still a 40% chance of showers or storms before midnight, according to the National Weather Service.
City Hall
The Mohave County Recorder’s Office is moving ahead of a state deadline. Senate Bill 1479 takes full effect September 11, 2026, and the office has already begun ID verification procedures to get ready. No details on what specific changes residents can expect at the counter were released in the county’s notice.
Mohave County is also looking for takers on a historic general store. The county posted a notice August 5 seeking Letters of Interest from individuals, organizations, and historical societies willing to acquire or relocate the property. The county didn’t name the structure’s location in the notice.
Infrastructure and Roadwork
Mark October 5 on the calendar if you follow highway projects. The Board of Supervisors posted notice that members may attend the Flying Fortress Traffic Interchange Grand Opening that Monday. The interchange has been in the works for some time, and the grand opening will be a public event.
Community Events
The Kingman Library at 3269 N. Burbank St. hosted a Family Night Wednesday evening as part of America 250 celebrations. The event ran from 6 to 8 p.m. The Library’s America 250 programming ties into the national lead-up to the country’s 250th anniversary.
The Local Workforce Development Board has opened a public comment period on the Local Area Workforce Plan, which is up for a two-year modification. Residents and businesses who want to weigh in can do so during the comment window. The county’s August economic development newsletter also went out earlier this week, flagging the fall season as a time for businesses to reassess goals and prep for the months ahead.