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Amarillo Magic Company is bringing Christmas wonder to life with Christmas Through the Eyes of a Child, a heartwarming, family-friendly holiday magic show perfect for all ages.

Amarillo city council approves tax-rebate package for Herring Hotel restoration continuing the rebirth of downtown Amarillo.

Patsy McCarter lost a cherished ring, a gift from her late husband, while running errands in Amarillo. She fears it slipped off and is praying for God’s favor and hopes someone will return it.

Health experts warn Texas is seeing a sharp rise in whooping cough, with over 3,500 cases reported this year — four times more than last year.

From heartbreak to hometown success — Amarillo’s Sticky Chikky is opening a second location.

From Hastings to Toys R Us, Amarillo has lost many favorites, but one recent closing hit this family the hardest.

107 Roasters is moving to Amarillo. Elaine’s lifelong coffee roots, a reunion with friends, and a new café combining cookies, drinks, and tours make this return home exciting.

Six Amarillo and Canyon schools hit the gridiron for the Texas high school football playoffs. Here’s who’s playing and when under the Friday night lights.

WTAMU’s recent U.S. News rankings underscore its appeal: a leap to #4 in Best Value, and solid positions in veteran, regional, engineering, and social mobility categories.

Amarillo High lost six wins after a UIL ruling over an ineligible player, forcing the team to fight for its playoff spot.

Since 2017, over 140 inmates have died at Amarillo’s Clements Unit, a Texas prison now facing scrutiny after recent staff arrests.

Buc-ee’s Amarillo is already in full Christmas mode with new holiday merch, ornaments, and decorations for fans of the famous Beaver

A Celina, Texas middle school coach faces charges for recording students, leaving the community and his respected father reeling.

Amarillo’s newest addition, Moonii Korean Food and Boba, has officially opened on 34th and Coulter, bringing fresh flavors, fun drinks, and local buzz.

With 70 years behind it, the Amarillo Zoo is poised to become a nonprofit sanctuary — here’s what that means for the community and wildlife alike.

Amarillo is warming up for the season with a free downtown event on November 29: carolers at 6:30 PM, a Christmas tree lighting, and a showing of Polar Express at the Civic Center Auditorium.

Freezing weather is returning to the Texas Panhandle, and with it comes serious risks to your body, home and vehicle.

A once-empty Amarillo restaurant building is getting new life at former Good Day Burrito location on SW 45th Avenue.

The holiday season in Amarillo is underway, and on November 22 you can join the first ever Harvest Hustle at John Stiff Park.

Pescaraz Italian Restaurant in Amarillo will give out 250 free spaghetti meals Friday to help families affected by the shutdown.

A popular international kids’ gym, The Little Gym, is opening a new Amarillo location in Wolflin Square, offering classes and parties for children ages 4 months to 12 years.

An Amarillo DoorDash driver shares her recent encounter with a scam call claiming to be DoorDash support — and her warning for others to stay alert.

Starting Nov. 15, 2025, the City of Amarillo will close all public park restrooms until March 2026 — a decision made to prevent winter pipe damage, but one that leaves families scrambling for alternatives.

Imagine swapping your usual dinner plans for a night where you're part of a thrilling whodunit. Sounds intriguing, right?