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It’s Friday, Mohave County! Let’s finish this week strong.

In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Route 66 swapmeet treasure hunting, King-Con 2026 cosplay madness, and Los Tigres del Norte live + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.

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📰 In the news

A living map of Americana: Treasure hunters flock to Kingman’s Route 66 Swapmeet, a sprawling bazaar where locals and travelers dig up quirky finds and vintage fashion. Vendors range from casual sellers to circuit pros — read the full story.

Families keep coming back: Fried fish is taking over Friday nights across Arizona, with locals from Kingman to Surprise raving about crispy plates at spots like Rutherford’s 66 Family Diner and Peoria Cafe — read the full story.

Stretch your retirement dollars: Ten Arizona towns where Social Security goes further include Bullhead City and Kingman, spotlighting riverfront living, low housing costs, and sunshine that help make retirement comfortable for locals and newcomers — read the full story.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Experience all seven PRCA rodeo events
• Relive Earth, Wind & Fire classics
• Create your dream sundae with Culver’s
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home

💎 Local business spotlight

Paper-crafting inspiration, anyone?: At Artzy Archivers, find fresh scrapbooking and cardmaking supplies, plus relaxed Make-N-Take sessions and classes that flip “I should do something creative” into “look what I made.” Ideas, glue dots, and low-pressure play live here… perfect for anyone who likes finished projects without the fuss.

Make the deck happen: Whether you’re planning a new backyard deck or shoring up a wobbly step, Southern Pine Carpentry handles installations, patio covers, and clean finish work with steady, show-up-and-finish reliability Kingman counts on. Smart prep for spring cookouts, with craftsmanship built to last and look good.

Seafood with a view: Shugrue’s Restaurant & Bar keeps dinner relaxed and special with fresh seafood and steak specials, framed by Bridgewater Channel and London Bridge views that turn weeknights into tiny getaways. Meet a friend, split something buttery and briny, and enjoy the kind of Lake Havasu reset that sticks.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

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📆 Around town this weekend

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👑 King-Con 2026 @ Mohave County Fairgrounds (Kingman) | Friday (3/13) – Spring Break on historic Route 66 goes full nerd with a three-day pop culture bash of comics, cosplay, gaming, toys, anime, creators, vendors, panels, and celebrity guests. Bring the kids, or your inner teen, then justify that vintage toy splurge on ‘local history.’

🧠 Brain Savers Exercise @ Senior Enrichment Center (Bullhead City) | Friday (3/13) at 9:30 AM – Consider this your tune-up for the noggin and the knees, a BrainSavers exercise session backed by the Meals on Wheels Board of Directors. Evidence-based, multi-modal, enjoyable, it builds sharper minds, steadier bodies, and the kind of well-being you feel on Tuesday, not just today.

🚗 Pre-Car Show Cruise-In Coffee Meet @ Perkins American Food Co. (Bullhead City) | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 AM – Roll into Perkins on Highway 95 for the pre-car show cruise-in and coffee, where chrome, caffeine, and tall tales meet. It’s an early Saturday ritual for Bullhead folks who prefer exhaust notes to alarm clocks, then stick around, swap stories, and admire the shine.

🎨 Art at the Lake @ Havasu Art Center (Lake Havasu City) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – This juried showcase is Havasu Art Guild’s big one, celebrating 47 years of talent you’ll actually want on your walls. Trade the jet ski buzz for gallery hush, then buy the piece that upgrades your hallway, your mood, and your conversation starter.

🏍 Mother Road Harley-Davidson 25th Anniversary @ Mother Road Harley-Davidson (Kingman) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Mother Road Harley is celebrating 25 years of chrome, road stories, and loyal locals, and you’re invited. Expect BBQ, cake, and giveaways, plus a free gift and free BBQ if you RSVP, because we were raised right. Bring your appetite, leave with swag.

🖌 Live Painter Neal Barbosa @ Los Lagos Golf Club (Fort Mohave) | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – An evening at Los Lagos Golf Club that isn’t about your slice? Neal Barbosa sets up to paint live, turning the greens into a gallery. Grab a drink, swap local gossip, and watch a canvas come to life, no golf cart required.

🐾 Fetch a Friend Sunday @ Bullhead City Animal Shelter | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – If your couch could use a devoted nap partner, swing by Fetch a Friend Sunday at 2270 Trane Rd and meet adoptable dogs and cats. It’s low-pressure, all heart, and very local. Stop in any Sunday, find your match, bring the good leash.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/13 Rick Simpson @ The Sundowner Saloon (Kingman) – 5:00 PM
• 3/13 90s Throwback Rave @ Rickety Cricket Brewing (532 E Beale St.) (Kingman) – 6:00 PM
• 3/13 70s Night @ Mohave Shrine Club/Miracle Mile Event Center (Bullhead City) – 7:00 PM
• 3/13 Charlies Karaoke @ The Sundowner Saloon (Kingman) – 8:00 PM
• 3/14 Los Tigres del Norte @ Rio Vista Outdoor Amphitheater (Laughlin) – 7:00 PM
• 3/16 Drum Circle @ Senior Enrichment Center (Bullhead City) – 2:30 PM
• 3/17 The Swon Brothers @ Mohave High School (Bullhead City) – 7:00 PM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Mohave County report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 82°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 82. North wind 2 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. South southwest wind 3 to 8 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 82°F – Low: 50°F – Precip: 0%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. South southwest wind 6 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 50.

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