Needles California News

01/03/2026

Approximately 6:09 pm January 2nd, 2026. Space X launched its first rocket of 2026 from Vandenberg Space Force Base, This is the visibility of the rocket from here in Needles.
Captured by Aiden McCorkle.

12/22/2025

WEATHER ALERT

The National Weather Service has issued an expected change in weather for our region beginning Wednesday, December 24th, and Thursday, December 25th, with 1.50" of rainfall forecasted.
The City of Needles Public Works Department has sand and sandbags available, located at 112 Robuffa Street, as a precaution should residents need them.

12/13/2025

REMINDER, Christmas Movies in the Park TOMORROW December 13, at 5:00pm.

City Of Needles-

Join us for a cozy family movie night at Santa Fe Park on Saturday, December 13 at 5:00 PM (PST)!
We'll be showing Home Alone, with concessions available.
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, bundle up, and enjoy a festive evening under the stars.
And keep an eye out... rumor has it a special visitor from the North Pole may stop by! g
Hosted in partnership with Needles Chamber of Commerce, Billet Health, and the City of Needles Visitor Center, and the
Come out and enjoy a fun, family-friendly night in the heart of our community!

12/13/2025

12/06/2025

Join the fun, today, Saturday, December 6, 2025, for a full day of holiday fun in downtown Needles!
🎪 Fun Fair: 10 AM – 4 PM\
Vendors • Crafts • Games • P*e Wee Races • Dance Trax 51• Photos with Santa\
📍 Broadway between D & F Street + Palo Verde College Needles Center
🚲 Bike Rodeo & Free Bike Giveaway: 10 AM – 2 PM\
Join us for the City’s bike event where 13 free bikes and helmets will be given away. All ages welcome—come participate and enter to win!
🎄 Tree Lighting Ceremony: 4 PM\
📍 Broadway & G Street\
Bring an “In Memory” ornament between 3–4 PM to place on the Needles Memory Tree. 💖
🚗✨ Lighted Parade: 5 PM\
Featuring the City’s holiday float!\
This year’s theme: “It’s a Snoopy Christmas on Rt. 66, Charlie Brown!” 🐾🚦
Come out and celebrate the season with family, friends, and our community! 🎁🌟

12/02/2025

City Of Needles-

Join us for a cozy family movie night at Santa Fe Park on Saturday, December 13 at 5:00 PM (PST)!
We'll be showing Home Alone, with concessions available.
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, bundle up, and enjoy a festive evening under the stars.
And keep an eye out... rumor has it a special visitor from the North Pole may stop by! g
Hosted in partnership with Needles Chamber of Commerce, Billet Health, and the City of Needles Visitor Center, and the
Come out and enjoy a fun, family-friendly night in the heart of our community!

11/26/2025

LAS VEGAS, NV — Just 21 months after the Super Bowl was played at Allegiant Stadium, the Needles High School football team won its own title in Las Vegas, knocking

11/25/2025

Champions Arrival Update

The Mustangs are on their way home!
The team bus is expected to arrive at Needles High School around 3:30 PM
with the victory parade and community celebration to follow shortly after.
Residents are encouraged to come out, line the route, and give our State Champions the warm welcome they've earned after an incredible season.

11/25/2025

Needles California News would like to congratulate Needles High School, the 2025 NIAA 2A State Champs!

Our Mustangs have shown exceptional talent, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the season, bringing immense pride to our entire community.

We will be holding a victory celebration later today at Needles High School. Additional details regarding arrival and timing will be shared soon.

Thank you to our players, coaches, families, and supporters for an unforgettable season. Needles stands proud—let’s come together and celebrate this remarkable achievement!

11/19/2025

PSA from Caltrans District 8.

11/19/2025

Flooding at Needles underpass, and North K - Needles Highway intersection. Be cautious when driving in these areas and into Fort Mohave. Offramps are also slick coming off of I-40.