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KINGMAN — More than 20,000 people attended the 2023 Mohave County Fair in Kingman earlier this month, a big jump in paid attendance from last year. "The gate attendance of 21,668 bests our 2022 gate/paid attendance by 39%," said Steve Latoski, Mohave County Public Works Director, who said last year's fair drew a paid attendance of 15,599 people during its four-day run at the county fairgrounds.

The 53rd Annual Andy Devine Days Parade is set to take place in Kingman. The event celebrates the city's western heritage, railroad roots, Route 66, ranching, and rodeos. This year's theme is 'Turquoise & Cowboys.' The event aims to unite the community by honoring its past and looking towards the future.

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Kingman.

The City of Kingman would like to announce that the Kingman City Council Candidate Packets are available for the 2024 election. There will be a 2-year Mayor term, a 2-year Councilmember term, and three 4-year councilmember terms on the August 2024 ballot. The City Clerk’s office requests that those interested in running for Kingman City Council make an appointment, so the clerks can review election packets with those interested in running.

KINGMAN — A Kingman man was sentenced to prison Thursday for a fatal crash north of Lake Havasu City in March. Connor Ray Roberts, 26, pleaded guilty in August to manslaughter and aggravating driving with an alcohol level more than 0.20%. Ten other felony counts were dismissed under the plea agreement.

GOLDEN VALLEY — Less than two hours after issuing a request for public help in locating a missing child, Mohave County Search and Rescue posted at 9:50 p.m. on social media that the boy had been located and was being returned home. The agency thanked the public for its...

If you’re driving through Arizona on a Route 66 road trip, you might find a few native chuckwalla lizards on the side of the road. But I guarantee you won’t find any bigger than this one: the King Chuckwalla Statue in Kingman, Arizona. Chuckwallas are stocky, wide-bodied lizards...

This week in Mohave County, Arizona, several incidents occurred that require attention. These incidents include the identification of human remains found in the desert, a teenager being shot in Bullhead City, and a break-in and vandalism at Bullhead City Middle School.

BULLHEAD CITY, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) -- Police have identified two teen boys accused of vandalizing a Mohave County middle school last week. Just before 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 15, investigators say the boys broke into Bullhead City Middle School, destroyed property and sprayed a fire extinguisher in the cafeteria, triggering the fire alarm. Hours before the break-in, surveillance captured the 14 and 15-year-old allegedly stealing a vehicle. The teens reportedly smashed the car window and then took it for a “joy ride.” Police say the boys recorded themselves stealing the vehicle as part of a social media challenge. The car was found abandoned at a nearby park the next day.

FORT MOHAVE — Mohave County Sheriff's Office is asking the public's help in identifying two men who are suspects in a robbery. The two men are suspected of breaking into Advanced Animal Care, 5842 Highway 95 about 11:22 p.m. Tuesday.

KINGMAN — The Mohave High School swim team competed in their second state qualifier of the season on Friday in Kingman. For the boys, Garrett Fernandez, Gavin Glendhill, D'Angelo Saleme and Christopher Fernandez won the 400-yard freestyle relay with a time of 3:52.65.

PHOENIX (3TV/CBS 5) - Bill Formanek is an experienced hiker whose adventures have taken him worldwide. But his recent trip to the Grand Canyon stands out for all the wrong reasons. “I put my right arm out to kind of steady myself, and my foot slipped,” said Formanek. “I went...

Mohave County, located in northwestern Arizona and bordering Nevada, California, and Utah, spans an expansive 13,461 square miles and is home to approximately 212,000 residents. The county is renowned for its stunning landscapes, historic sites, and abundant outdoor recreation possibilities. Nevertheless, it’s important to note that there are neighborhoods within...

An old, 25-room motel in Kingman has been bought by a local charity and is being turned into an affordable housing complex for city residents who are experiencing homelessness. Housing for Hope has been awarded a $4.5 million grant from President Joe Biden’s American Rescue Plan Fiscal Recovery Funds to...

According to the National Weather Service, strong southwest winds are expected to move into the area.

KINGMAN — Mohave County Sheriff's Office hosted graduation ceremonies welcoming 16 new detention officers. Graduating Class 23-3 was celebrated Friday at a ceremony with their family, friends, and Sheriff Office administrators from Mohave, La Paz, and Yavapai counties in the Mohave County Board of Supervisors auditorium.

In this article, we explore three fascinating museums in Kingman. Have you had the chance to visit any of them? If you have, we'd love to hear about your experiences in the comments section below!

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Monday is $3.881, a week ago the price is $3.832 , according to AAA.

KINGMAN — The Mohave County Fair returned this weekend, and officials were expecting a big crowd throughout the four-day event. But even as the event began Thursday, litigation was underway against the event’s former organizers, and hard financial times may be on the horizon. This year’s fair was...