Today’s Weather
High near 100 this afternoon with southwest winds around 14 mph and gusts up to 22 mph. The National Weather Service office in Las Vegas has issued an Extreme Heat Warning through 8:00 p.m. PDT on August 9.
Public Safety
The Extreme Heat Warning covers the area through Sunday evening. Overnight lows won’t offer much relief — temperatures are expected to bottom out around 76 and may actually climb back to 78 before morning. South winds of 7 to 12 mph, gusting to 18, are forecast tonight.
Residents are advised to limit outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours. The Hualapai Mountains and Wild Cow Springs Campground, where temperatures run cooler than the valley floor, remain an option for those looking to get outside.
Around Town
Mohave County is accepting Letters of Interest from individuals, organizations, historical societies, and other qualified parties interested in acquiring or relocating a historic general store. The county posted the notice Wednesday. Details on eligibility and submission are available through Mohave County’s news and notices page.
The Kingman Public Library at 3269 N. Burbank St. will host a family night next Wednesday, August 12, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event is tied to the America 250 commemoration.
City Hall
The Local Workforce Development Board has opened a public comment period for a two-year modification to the Local Area Workforce Plan. The notice was posted Monday by Mohave County. Residents and businesses can submit comments during the open period.
The Mohave County Recorder’s Office is also moving forward with ID verification procedures ahead of Senate Bill 1479, which takes full effect September 11, 2026. The office began those steps last month.