Today’s Weather
Today has highs reaching the upper 80F and an overnight low of 52F. Wind gust up to 21 mph.
Community and Volunteerism
Day of Caring: Today marks the annual Day of Caring, where residents are coming together for a massive community service effort. Organized by the River Cities United Way, volunteers are gathering at the Foothills Bank parking lot from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. to tackle various local improvement projects.
Governor’s Easter Event: Families are invited to the Governor’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt this morning. Please note that Park Street and Capitol Street (between North Main and North State) are closed until noon to accommodate the festivities.
Local Governance
Term Limit Debate: The city is currently accepting formal written arguments regarding a proposal to extend the Mayor’s term to four years. Residents have until April 22 to submit their stances for the official election pamphlet ahead of the July vote.
New Town Hall Format: Officials are also highlighting a shift to a more interactive Town Hall format designed to improve communication between the City of Kingman and its citizens.
Entertainment and Events
Saturday Night Bar Crawl: A city-wide Bar Crawl kicks off tonight at 5:00 p.m.. To ensure safety, four free 52-passenger buses will provide transportation between participating local favorites like JJ’s Roadhouse, Flannigan’s, and Frankie’s Bar until 11:00 p.m..
Farmers Market: The Kingman Farmers Market is open today at its East Beale Street location, offering a variety of local goods and fresh produce.
Historic Anniversary: Celebrations continue for the 20th anniversary of the Powerhouse Visitor Center, a cornerstone of the city’s Route 66 heritage.
Public Safety and Infrastructure
Ongoing Investigation: The Mohave County Sheriff’s Office is still seeking information regarding a drive-by shooting that occurred in late March. Detectives are asking residents near Butler Avenue and Northern Avenue to check any home surveillance footage for a black four-door sedan.
Roadwork Update: While major downtown closures for yesterday’s “First Friday” have ended, motorists should remain alert for minor roadway improvements and leftover event clean-up in the historic district.