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Make a difference this summer! Camp Agape needs dedicated counselors for their July 23-26 retreat at High Plains Retreat Center in Canyon. Help campers with developmental disabilities build life skills and have a blast!

TxDOT crash data reveals why July 4th is one of Texas' deadliest travel weekends, plus tips to keep your family safe.

Canyon Farmers Market vendors, food trucks, and live music fill the historic Canyon Square every Saturday this summer. Here's a look inside.

Canyon's July 4th draws huge crowds. Here's what to know before you go about road closures, parking rules, parade times, and fireworks before you head out.

Stretch your summer budget! The Don Harrington Discovery Center hosts Free First Monday on July 6 from 4:30-7:00 PM. Explore the Dinosaurs Around the World exhibit and join the Girls Who Science program at zero cost.

Water restrictions in Dumas mean one popular Fourth of July tradition will not return this summer as drought impacts continue.

Canyon Popcorn Co. is back. New owner Evelyn Romero reopens the beloved shop July 1 with fresh flavors and restocked treats.

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with the first-ever Animal Parade at the Amarillo Zoo & Sanctuary! Catch patriotic animals and special guests on July 4th at 11:30 AM. Included with regular zoo admission.

Need to escape the scorching Texas sun? All five Amarillo Public Library branches are open as safe, air-conditioned cooling centers. Stop by during regular hours to cool off, stay safe, and enjoy free programs!

Kick off your 4th of July weekend early at Silverland in Wolflin Square! Join their Independence Day party on Friday, July 3rd at noon for free Tyler's BBQ, face painting, and 25-50% off storewide.

Amarillo finally has a Brazilian steakhouse! Ponto Gaucho officially opens June 30 at the old House Divided spot. Enjoy endless premium meats, massive salad bars, and top-tier service. Go hungry!

A Canyon staple almost shut its doors over lease issues. A new owner saved it and a reopening is coming soon.

Texas DPS seeks Victor Ramos Jr., convicted of child sexual assault, now wanted in Burnet and Llano Counties. $4,000 reward offered.

Pampa is celebrating America's 250th birthday big, and Back Up Terry is coming back to make it unforgettable. Here's the full schedule.

Looking for family fun this July? Thompson Pool-ooza at the Thompson Park Swimming Pool has a full week of themed events! Pack your costumes and head out for an action-packed week of swimming and games.

Ever dream of being a lifeguard? Amarillo Parks & Rec’s Jr. Guard program teaches youth swimming, rescue, and first aid. Sessions run Mon-Thu at Warford Activity Center starting June 29.

Route 66 Family Buffet, the down-home buffet on Soncy Road, is closing. A new Amarillo restaurant is already set to move into the space.

Know before you go. Amarillo's Fourth of July celebrations bring fireworks, road closures, parking restrictions, park closures and holiday schedule changes.

Frontier Market no longer vends at Canyon Farmers Market, but their new Amarillo and Canyon delivery service brings fresh beef, produce, and more straight to your door.

West Texas Wheels is launching a new "Daytripper" casino shuttle this Saturday! Get a stress-free ride to Guymon, five hours of casino fun, and a nap on the way home. It’s the perfect way to spend a day doing something for yourself.

Drivers across Texas are paying less at the pump as gas prices continue falling before millions hit the road.

Georgia Street construction is a headache for everyone, but local Dashers are being penalized for the traffic. Read this week’s Dasher Diary on the frustration of receiving a contract violation for being late due to inescapable gridlock.

FM90 is turning 50! Join Amarillo College on July 9 at 4 PM at Parcells Hall to celebrate five decades of community radio. Enjoy a live set by Electric Evan, station tours, and share your favorite memories in their dedicated interview room

Amarillo youth baseball teams will play through the night this weekend while honoring Jaxson Mendoza and supporting scholarships through a special tournament.