Hello Mohave County! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Classic car lunch stop, free dive-in movie Jaws, and medical training upgrade + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Help shape local golf plans: Kingman is inviting residents and golfers to take a survey shaping the future of Cerbat Cliffs Golf Course. Share experiences and priorities, and enter a drawing for a free round -- take the survey and learn more.
Expanding medical training opportunities: Mohave College received nearly $100,000 from Arizona Complete Health to create Anatomical Donor Labs on two campuses, expanding hands-on anatomy training and preparing students for health careers with safety protocols -- see the training upgrade.
County offices are shifting: Many Mohave County services will relocate to the Legal Services Center at 415 Pine St in Kingman, with occupancy expected by late October amid questions over use of vacated buildings -- check the office move.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Beat the desert heat: Let the kids sprint, splash, and wear themselves out at Community Park, with a splash pad, two playgrounds, sand volleyball, ping pong, and more. Pack sunscreen, let the river breeze do its thing, then call it a parenting win.
Revive your game room: If your slot or arcade machine is acting like it needs a nap, New Life Games LLC in Bullhead City is the family-run slot shop that repairs, restores, and stocks parts, plus a super-helpful forum, worth a look this week so you can keep the quarters clinking and the fun running.
Greener yard, less fuss: If your Kingman yard is craving life that actually survives here, Tranquilo Farms has region-smart plants, helpful humans, and the kind of advice that keeps things thriving after week two. Swing by to pick a couple starters, then pretend you were born with a green thumb when the neighbors ask.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🐾 Petco Adoption Event @ Petco Kingman | Thursday (6/25) at 11:00 AM – Think your couch needs a seasoned supervisor? At Kingman Petco every Thursday, 11 to 3, Feral Cat Warriors play matchmaker with whiskered introverts and lap-seeking extroverts. Low-key, heartfelt, and yes, you finally get a co-worker who respects quiet hours.
🚓 Still on Scene @ Northern Arizona Fire District (Kingman) | Friday (6/26) at 10:00 AM – Head to NAFD Station 31, or hop on Zoom, for straight talk about what follows you home after sirens fade. A first responder shares what happens after the call, covering trauma, PTSD, family strain, and recovery, with resources to lighten the load loved ones carry.
🏁 Great Race Lunch Stop @ Kingman Visitor Center | Friday (6/26) at 12:00 PM – Remember when cars had style and bench seats meant date night? Kingman gets a Route 66 moment as 140 classic rides roll into the Visitor Center for lunch, part of the nine-day trek from Springfield to Pasadena, so even traffic looks better than usual.
🐾 Adopt-a-Pet Adventure @ Hands-On Teaching (Bullhead City) | Saturday (6/27) at 2:30 PM – If your kid wants a pet that does not shed, bark, or chew your furniture, take them to Hands-On Teaching for a 3D-print-your-buddy adventure. They adopt, name, and kit out a pal with a certificate and stories. Ages 6+, $15, all supplies included, ESA accepted.
🦈 Free Dive-In Movie: Jaws @ Ken Fovargue Park (Bullhead City) | Saturday (6/27) – Bullhead City’s Community Pool is serving up a free dive-in screening of Jaws, chlorinated thrills, river-town nerves, and starry skies included. Nothing like hearing that theme while your toes dangle, your inner tube squeaks, and your better judgment pretends it is on shore.
🐶 Second Chance Sunday Adoption Event @ PetSmart (Bullhead City) | Sunday (6/28) at 11:00 AM – Positive Paws is setting up at the blessedly air-conditioned PetSmart in Bullhead City every fourth Sunday with a lineup of adoptable sweethearts. Think future walking buddy, couch co-pilot, or feline supervisor, and the rare errand that makes home life quieter, cozier, and more loyal.
🏊 Open Swim @ Aquatic Center (Lake Havasu City) | Sunday (6/28) at 1:00 PM – Pool weather calls for a free community splash, free bites, and all-ages chaos you can actually enjoy. Bring the kids, the neighbor who still has a novelty flamingo floatie, and your best sunscreen, then call it quality time. Laps optional, wallet stays dry.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — The Mohave County report Weather forecastToday — High: 99°F — Low: 75°F — Precip: 13%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 99. South wind 1 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 75. South wind 6 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 99°F — Low: 73°F — Precip: 1%
Sunny, with a high near 99. Later: Clear, with a low around 73. This house is wildThis 2020 custom single-story in North Fork at Laughlin Ranch pairs 2,700-plus square feet with sweeping Black Mountain and Laughlin lights views. Inside, wood-grain tile, faux beams, and a stacked-stone fireplace set the tone, while the Viking chef’s kitchen, detached casita, and spa-like primary suite bring the polish. Outside, a gunite pool steals the show.
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