Out Reach facility breaks ground
The new Out Reach facility broke ground last week in Kingman. The facility will serve as a re-entry resource for released inmates. Pictured are Charlie Woodward III of CL Woodward, and project manager Nick Gille.
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Mohave Historical Society Receives Art Donation
KINGMAN – The Mohave County Historical Society recently received a wonderful donation of Roy Purcell original artwork. Five pieces belonging to the collection of the late Dr. Reba Wells Grandrud, were donated by her daughter Nansi Martin.
These pieces were presented to the museum board on September 19th by Doctors Marshall and Jane Whitmire, longtime friends of Dr Grandrud. Purcell’s artwork is very well know and typically features landscape and mining scenes from Mohave and the surrounding counties.
Airstream village underway in downtown Kingman
KINGMAN – The first future dwelling units have begun arriving for the “Tin Can Alley” community of vintage Airstream camper trailers being developed for short term visitor stays along Historic Route 66 in downtown Kingman.
Walk-up coffee and ice cream shops called “Mud” and “Scoops” are open and operating in the space between Second and Third Sts. Site preparation and staking has occurred before the Airstream units are placed on the property.
The more color, the better: Downtown mural gets a touchup
KINGMAN – One of Kingman’s most predominant and colorful murals got a touchup thanks to a dedicated artist and supportive community.
Kingman Main Street (KMS) brought artist and sculpturer Kirk Seese back to town to throw a new layer of color and protection on his mural originally painted on the southside wall of Beale Street Theater in 2018.
The 1,800 square foot mural was completed as the first phase of the City of Kingman’s Interactive Mural Program and partnered with the Kingman Center for the Arts (KCA) as part of the Art Alley Mural project.
Plan for daytime ramp closures on I-40 near Kingman Sept. 23, 24
KINGMAN – The Arizona Department of Transportation advises motorists traveling on Interstate 40 southwest of Kingman to prepare for daytime ramp closures at Griffith Road (Exit 37) and State Route 66 (Exit 44) Sept. 20, 23 and 24.
Andy Devine memorialized with awards, parade, rodeo
KINGMAN – The 48th Annual Andy Award ceremony will be held Monday, Sept. 23 at Beale Celebrations. This cherished Kingman tradition since 1978, honors the spirit of our hometown legend, Andy Devine, by recognizing individuals, organizations, and businesses that have made significant contributions to the betterment of our community.
Join the Kingman Area Chamber of Commerce in acknowledging and honoring the accomplishments of community members.
