Weather Today
Mostly cloudy with a high of 58°F. Expect light rain showers to develop this evening as temperatures drop to a low of 44°F, potentially impacting outdoor midnight celebrations.
Community & New Year’s Festivities
Holiday Transit Perks: In observance of Customer Appreciation Day, all KART bus rides are free throughout the city today, December 31.
Sundowner Saloon Celebration:
A New Year’s Eve bash featuring DJ LAsounds and DJ Amk kicks off tonight at 8 p.m. at the Sundowner Saloon. The event includes a midnight champagne toast and complimentary taxi rides home for attendees.
Elegant Evening at Mattina’s: The Kingman Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting an “Adult Prom” New Year’s Eve event at Beale Celebrations, featuring a full buffet and live entertainment.
Mountain Resort Party:
The Hualapai Mountain Resort is holding its annual year-end celebration tonight for those looking to ring in 2026 at a higher elevation.
Roads & Infrastructure
Hualapai Mountain Road Delays:
Motorists should expect lane shifts and a reduced 25 mph speed limit near the new left-turn lane construction site. The project is nearing completion, expected in early January 2026.
Santa Rosa Drive Upgrades:
Temporary lane closures remain in effect as crews continue work on the Santa Rosa Transmission Main Project.
Interstate 40 Progress:
Work continues on the $44 million Rancho Santa Fe Parkway interchange. While two lanes remain open in both directions, travelers should prepare for intermittent delays of up to 20 minutes.
Service Reminders
Office Closures:
Kingman City government offices will be closed tomorrow, January 1, 2026, for New Year’s Day.
Trash Collection:
There is no residential or commercial trash pickup on Thursday. Residents whose normal pickup day is Thursday were advised to put their bins out one day early.