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City of Kingman

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Kingman Arizona was founded in 1882. Situated in the scenic Hualapai Valley between the Cerbat and Hualapai mountain ranges. It is known for its very modest beginnings as a simple railroad siding near Beale's Springs in the Middleton Section along the newly constructed route of the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad.


Recent News

Kingman Police Department Awarded Funding from Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety

The Kingman Police Department is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $24,829.48 grant from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety under the Traffic Records Program for materials and supplies. The Kingman Police Department…

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City of Kingman - City Accepting Registrations for Citizens Academy

The City of Kingman is holding its third Citizens Academy this fall, where city residents can take part in a seven-week program to learn more about city services. The Citizens Academy will begin on Wednesday, March 29th, and will run through May…

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City of Kingman -Discover You; Be True – Teen Fair

The Youth Health Initiative program for Mohave County Department of Public Health is teaming up with “NotMYkid” to provide a day of empowerment, fun, and resource sharing with the Mohave County Street Outreach Team. The event is Friday,…

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City of Kingman - Register Now for The 2nd Annual Sasquatch Hunt

Participants should grab their hiking boots and binoculars! Registration is now open for the 2nd Annual Sasquatch Hunt at Hualapai Mountain Park. Join Mohave County Parks for the Saturday, April 29, 2023, event and spend the day up in the scenic…

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City Of Kingman Solid Waste Truck Catches Fire

The City of Kingman recently had a solid waste truck catch fire, due to hot ashes being inappropriately disposed of in a residential solid waste container. This fire results in a brand new $340,000 solid waste truck being put out of service for…

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City of Kingman News - Indecent Exposure and Disorderly Conduct

Indecent Exposure and Disorderly Conduct On Tuesday, February 14th, at 4:10 pm, the Kingman Police Department arrested Darren Wade Pablo, 35 of Peach Springs, on misdemeanor charges of Indecent Exposure and Disorderly Conduct. Officers…

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City Of Kingman : Beware Of Fake Jewelry Fraud Schemes In Kingman Area

The Kingman Police Department has received reports of a small group of men and women scamming people by selling fake gold jewelry that is presented as real gold. The individuals approach people with a “hard-luck” story, often involving…

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City Of Kingman : Patriot Rail Expands In The Kingman Industrial Park

The City of Kingman Economic Development Department is pleased to announce that Patriot Rail at the industrial park has expanded its rail capacity. This investment, including the price of the land, is approximately $2.25 million. This investment…

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City Of Kingman - Lewis Kingman Park Project

The City of Kingman is applying for approximately $450,000 through an Arizona State Parks and Trails, Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant for the Lewis Kingman Park. The purpose of this grant program is for park development and/or renovation to…

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City Of Kingman : Supports Adwr Ina Decision

The City of Kingman supports the recent Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) Director Tom Buschatzke’s decision to designate an Irrigation Non-Expansion Area (INA) within the Hualapai Valley Groundwater Basin. Kingman Mayor Ken…

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City Of Kingman Finance Office Receives Distinguished Budget Award

Government Finance Officers Association is pleased to announce that City of Kingman, Arizona, has received GFOA's Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its budget. Kingman City Manager Ron Foggin said, “I’m incredibly proud of…

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KFD Crash Simulation to Involve School Bus

Training November 3rd, from 8-10:00 a.m. Next Thursday, November 3rd, from 8-10:00 a.m. the Kingman Fire Department, in a multi-agency coordinated effort, will be simulating a vehicle accident involving a school bus and another vehicle. This…

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Kingman Police Department Awarded Grant Funds From Arizona Governor’s Office Of Highway Safety

Kingman Police Department Awarded Grant Funds from Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety The Kingman Police Department is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $34,869 grant from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway…

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City Of Kingman Department Of Economic Development Launches New Website

The City of Kingman Department of Economic Development launched its newly-updated website, www.ChooseKingman.com, with a new design and enhanced features. The site is one part of ongoing efforts and commitment to ensure the support of…

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City Of Kingman Begins Work On The White Cliffs Wagon Wheel Trail Downtown Connector

The AZ State Parks Board and the City of Kingman is partnering with the American Conservation Experience (ACE) to do the trail construction. The Arizona State Parks Board voted unanimously to approve a $99,000 grant for the City of Kingman earlier…

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City of Kingman To Celebrate Customer Service Week

The City of Kingman is celebrating Customer Service Week from October 3-7, with a proclamation read by Kingman Mayor Ken Watkins at 8:00 a.m. Monday, October 3rd at the City of Kingman Main Complex front entrance. Customer Service Week is an…

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City of Kingman : Staff to Hold Informational Open Houses aboutProposition 415

The City of Kingman would like to invite the community to two informational open houses regarding Proposition 415. The first will be held at 4:00 p.m. October 4th at the Kingman City Council Chambers located at 310 North Fourth Street. The second…

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City of Kingman Launches New Customer Payment Portal

The City of Kingman is excited to launch a new payment portal for Utility Billing and other payment customers. The new payment portal accepts the current payment methods, as well as a more diverse array like pay-by-phone, Google and Apple Pay,…

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Isco Industries Grows Footprint at the Kingman Industrial Park

Kingman, AZ - In 2019, Isco Industries worked with the City of Kingman Economic Development Team to purchase roughly 6.36 acres adjacent to their current facility as part of a storage yard expansion. This expansion would provide Isco with the space…

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City Of Kingman Extreme DUI And Crash

On Sunday, August 21st, at 9:30 am, the Kingman Police Department arrested Christopher J. Corlis, 47 of Kingman, on felony charges of Endangerment (x3) and three (3) misdemeanor charges of DUI. Officers responded to a residence in the 2200 block of…

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City of Kingman - Weapons Offense

On Tuesday, August 23rd, the Kingman Police Department arrested Glenn Allen Schaffner, 41-year-old Kingman area vagrant, on felony charges of Disorderly Conduct with a Weapon, Prohibited Possession of a Firearm, and several misdemeanor warrants for…

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City of Kingman : Fire Department is Awarded CFAI Reaccreditation Status

The Kingman Fire Department (KFD) has received Accredited Agency status with the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) for meeting the criteria established through the CFAI’s voluntary self-assessment and accreditation program…

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City of Kingman Launching New Customer Payment Portal

KINGMAN, Ariz. – The City of Kingman will launch a new customer payment portal mid-September 2022 for Utility Billing and other payment customers. The new payment portal will accept the current payment methods, as well as a more diverse array…

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City of Kingman - City Complex Building Opening Late Thursday, August 18th

The City of Kingman would like to inform the community of the late opening of the Main City Complex building Thursday, August 18th. The opening time for Thursday will be 8:00 a.m., instead of the normal 7:00 a.m. This will give departments time to…

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City of Kingman : Reward Offered for Information on Homicide

A $2,000.00 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and apprehension of those responsible for the shooting death of Michael Fernandez, 55 of Kingman. Fernandez’ death was the result of a gunshot wound and determined to…

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City of Kingman News - Ribbon Cutting Scheduled for Metcalfe Park New Rock-Climbing Equipment

Ribbon Cutting Scheduled for Metcalfe Park New Rock-Climbing Equipment The City of Kingman would like to invite the community to the ribbon cutting to celebrate the new rock-climbing equipment at Metcalfe Park Friday, August 12 at 10:00 a.m.…

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City of Kingman - Nucor Announces $100 Million Steel Production Facility Expansion inKingman

Nucor, the largest steel and steel products producer in the U.S., announced today it is investing $100 million to add a new electric arc furnace melt shop at its existing bar mill in Kingman, Arizona. The melt shop, which will have the capacity to…

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City of Kingman Accepting Registrations For Citizens Academy

The City of Kingman is holding its second Citizens Academy this fall, where city residents can take part in a seven-week program to learn more about city services. The Citizens Academy will begin on Wednesday, September 28, and will run through…

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City of Kingman - Homicide

Kingman Police Detectives are investigating the death of a 55-year-old Kingman man that is believed to be a homicide. Anyone with information that will help locate those responsible are asked to contact detectives at (928) 753-2191; or anonymously…

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City of Kingman Citizens’ Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23, Now Online for Viewing

City of Kingman Citizens' Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23, Now Online for Viewing The Kingman City Council voted June 21, 2022, to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget and Five-Year Capital Improvements Plan, which began its implementation July…

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City of Kingman News - Mayor Jen Miles Resignation

Mayor Jen Miles Resignation Kingman Mayor Jen Miles has announced her resignation effective August 5, 2022. Mayor Jen Miles cites health concerns preventing her from completing the rest of this year- the balance of her term that concludes December…

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City of Kingman - Aggravated Assault

On Monday, July 18th, at about 1:20 pm, the Kingman Police Department arrested Carlos Lopez-Ruiz, 50 of Kingman, on felony charges of Aggravated Assault–Deadly Weapon, Aggravated Assault-Serious Injury, and Disorderly Conduct-Weapon. Officers…

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City of Kingman - Aggravated Assault

On Thursday, July 14th, at about 11:00 pm, the Kingman Police Department arrested Laura M. Skelly, 44 of Kingman, on a felony charge of Aggravated Assault/Domestic Violence and misdemeanor Disorderly Conduct/Domestic Violence. Officers had…

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City Of Kingman - Announces Addition of Fire Priority Dispatch System

The Kingman 911 Communications Center is excited to announce the addition of the Fire Priority Dispatch System™ (FPDS®) to their existing use of the Medical Priority Dispatch System™ (MPDS®). Together, these important protocols…

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City of Kingman - Water Line Replacement Project Beginning on Patsy Drive

Beginning Monday, June 27, a water line replacement project will start on Patsy Drive, beginning at Northfield Avenue, and finishing at Thompson Ave. Beginning Monday, June 27, a water line replacement project will start on Patsy Drive, beginning…

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City of Kingman - Body Of Missing Person Found

On Wednesday, June 22, the body of Jennifer Nicole Popp, was located in the area of N. Hwy 93 and Chicken Springs Rd., in the unincorporated community of Wikieup, AZ. Two cowboys, who worked at a nearby ranch, located human remains in a secluded…

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City of Kingman Receives Grant Funding for White Cliffs Wagon Wheel Trail Downtown Connector

City of Kingman Receives Grant Funding for White Cliffs Wagon Wheel Trail Downtown Connector The Arizona State Parks Board voted unanimously to approve a $99,000 grant for the City of Kingman to complete the downtown trail connector portion of the…

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City of Kingman Adopts Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget

City of Kingman Adopts Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget The Kingman City Council voted June 21, 2022, to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget and Five-year Capital Improvements Plan, which will begin its implementation July 1, 2022. This lengthy process…

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City of Kingman - Missing Juvenile Located

On Wednesday, June 15, the missing juvenile was located, unharmed and in good health. He was located at a community pool in Kingman. No foul play is involved. He has been returned to family. (Original release notification below) Tuesday, June 14,…

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City of Kingman - Launches Financial Transparency Online Portal

The City of Kingman launched a Financial Transparency Portal on its website, to give the community more access to the city’s finances. The portal will be accessible from the city’s web page with the click of a button:…

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City of Kingman Sponsors Fireworks On Independence Day

The City of Kingman is sponsoring fireworks at 9:15pm for an Independence Day celebration taking place at the Mohave County Fairgrounds July 4, 2022. Fireworks can also be seen from Firefighter Memorial Park, Centennial Park, and other places…

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City of Kingman - Public Notice Call For Arguments

NOTICE is hereby given that the Kingman City Council, at a Regular Meeting on June 7, 2022 adopted Resolution No. 5394- Proposing a Franchise Agreement with UNS Gas, Inc. for the Use of Public Rights-of-Way in the City of Kingman, Arizona that will…

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City of Kingman - Looking for public’s help locating suspect in series of vehicle burglaries

During the early morning hours of Friday, June 3rd, the Kingman Police Department took multiple reports of vehicle burglaries in the area of Sunset Blvd, Florence Ave, Arlington St and Stockton Hill Rd. and in the 200 block of Greenway Ave. A…

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City of Kingman News - June is Summer Safety and Extreme Heat Preparedness Month

The City of Kingman is taking part in reminding out community and visitors of the impending long periods of heat, and overnight heat, we face in the coming months. Schools will also be dismissing for summer break, and it’s also a good reminder…

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City of Kingman : Golf 101 - Saturday Session

Golf 101 is for anyone who has always talked about taking up the great game of golf, but always comes up with reasons not to start. It could be cost, time, intimidation factor, weather, work, and family obligations. Golf 101 is a beginner or…

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