Kingman AZ Local News Brief Wednesday 1-21-2026

By | January 21, 2026

Today Weather
Cloudy with temperatures reaching a high of 59°F and dropping to an evening low of 39°F.

Top Local Headlines
Major County Resignation: Mohave County Chief Financial Officer Luke Mournian officially stepped down on Wednesday, citing personal reasons for his departure.

Sentencing in BB Gun Incident: Superior Court Judge Lee Jantzen sentenced 68-year-old Richard Crist to a 10.5-year prison term following an incident last year involving a BB gun and sheriff’s deputies.

Judicial Recognition: Kingman City Magistrate Jeffrey Singer was honored as the 2026 Copper Sword Award recipient for his service.
State & Legislative News

Rep. Gillette Pushes Designation: State Representative John Gillette (R-Kingman) advanced a legislative measure during a Wednesday hearing that calls on Congress to classify the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a terrorist organization.

City & Education Updates
Infrastructure & Agreements: Following Tuesday’s meeting, the Kingman City Council confirmed a $130,468 design amendment for the Bull Mountain Channel Project and terminated a data-sharing agreement with Phoenix to save on annual fees.

Mohave College Milestones: The spring semester is underway with a 2% increase in enrollment and the historic launch of the college’s first bachelor’s degree programs.

Great Race Stop: The city announced it has been selected as a hosted stop for the 2026 Hemmings Great Race this June, expected to draw crowds for the Route 66 Centennial.