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Amarillo Man Being Harassed By Ghosts Desperately Searching For Help
I've yet to discover the reason why Amarillo, Texas seems to have so many problems with alleged hauntings. Every time you turn around you're face to face with some local legend about a haunted building, a devilish presence lurking in the shadows, and even dog monsters. We seem to be a magnet for this kind of thing, and one man in Amarillo is desperately reaching out for help.
Amarillo’s Free Clinic To Benefit From “Change For The Better”
In case you didn't know, Amarillo has a free clinic available to provide healthcare to the uninsured. The free clinic is Heal The City, and this month we've all got a chance to help them continue to provide their much-needed services in our city. The best part is, it isn't going to require a lot for us to be able to help out.
GALLERY: Wait, There Are HOW Many Area Codes In Texas?
In a state as big as Texas, you tend to have a lot of everything. A lot of cities, a lot of cultures, a lot of people. One of the things a lot of people don't necessarily think about though is how many area codes the state actually has. When...
Every State Busting People for Operating Vehicles Without Shoes
You better have those feet covered before heading down the road. Police in at least three states will write you a ticket for driving without shoes. You should know, however, there is a catch to where you can and cannot cruise barefoot. Can You Drive A Car Barefoot?. The short...
The History Behind All 63 National Parks in the U.S.
People entered U.S. national parks 325.5 million times in 2023, up by 13 million visits from the year before, according to the National Park Service. Five national parks—including Glacier Bay, Joshua Tree, and Dry Tortugas—saw record-setting numbers of visitors, the vast majority of whom arrived at the parks between June and August.
Get Ready To Laugh Amarillo! Cinergy Brings Back Stand-Up Comedy
In Amarillo, we tend to get a variety of different events and shows that roll through town. Concerts happen in multiple venues, ranging from a variety of different musical genres. Different types of conventions are popular here as well. There is one thing we don't typically get a whole lot...
Perfect Last-Minute Father’s Day Gifts in Amarillo
Father's Day is on Sunday, June 16th. You don't want to forget Dad, but if you haven't gotten anything for the big day yet, don't worry, there is still time. If you are looking for last-minute Father's Day gifts don't forget you can find cool gifts all over Amarillo. Gift...
Texans May Have a Bigger Problem as Company Recalls Male Enhancement Supplements
If you are a Texan that needs male enhancement supplements, it is time to check your medicine cabinet, because it could harm you. Integrity Products out of St. Louis, Missouri has issued a voluntary recall on their Ram It and To The Moon supplements. These products are believed to be tainted with sildenafil and tadalafil. Both are approved drugs for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. However, sildenafil is restricted to use under a licensed healthcare provider and can interact with certain prescription drugs. Due to the presence of sildenafil in these products, these supplements are unapproved. The safety and efficacy of these products have not been established.
Did You Know These 5 Quirky Places Existed In Amarillo?
Ever heard the saying "Keep Austin Weird"? Well, I think it's about time they change it to "Keep Amarillo Weird". I mean, same initials and everything, but considering I've lived in both places, I think Amarillo may be a bit weirder after this. I always found Cadillac Ranch to be...
Thieves In The Night: Tascosa High Press Box Gets Burglarized
Schools already struggle with getting funding for the things they need, so when they do get it, they spend the money wisely and make sure what they purchase is going to last them a long time to come. Sadly for one Amarillo High School, they're probably going to have to...
Headaches, Blessings, & The Devil; Amarillo’s Most Haunted Rental
A post recently went somewhat viral locally regarding a rental house. The post described an Amarillo home that appeared at first to be perfect, then all hell broke loose. Literally. It's almost as if the home itself lured this unsuspecting family in, just so it could wreak havoc. It's quite possibly Amarillo's most haunted rental home, which is a crazy title for me to be handing out.
Need Something Different To Do This Summer? Amarillo Has Disc Golf.
It's been years since I've played disc golf. I haven't heard much about the sport in a long while either; until recently. Disc golf has started popping up in conversations, in social media feeds, and I even saw a YouTube commercial. I started looking to see if there's a scene in Amarillo. Come to find out, Amarillo has a lot of disc golf going on.
Is Charmin Gaslighting Us With A New ‘Luxury’ Line of Toilet Paper?
You have endless options when shopping online, so why not focus on your bottom line?. Bring self-care to your derrière with C By Charmin. I asked this exact question when the algorithm served me ads for a new bougie brand of toilet paper. "Spa-like feeling with every touch," the...
Befuddled Dads Stumped by Stroller in Unbelievable Viral Video
A popular video showing three dads' seemingly never-ending struggle to collapse a stroller has some questioning its legitimacy. Legit or not, it is absolutely hilarious. Jordon Flom is the father of a daughter and infant triplet sons. He also knows how to create relatable parenting content for any Mom or Dad who has felt the struggle of living life while trying to care for small humans.
The Amarillo Zoo Has a New Resident and She’s As Cute as a Button!
We are fortunate to live in a city that has a zoo. Our Amarillo zoo is fun and has a wide range of animals. The Amarillo Zoo has a kangaroo, camel, tiger, lion, black bear, lemurs, monkeys and many more animals. The zoo is home to over 120 animals. I...
7 Awful Grilling Habits You Should Stop Before You Ruin Your Next Cookout
Listen, just keep moving right along with your internet research if you want to have the worst party ever at your place thanks to your skills on the grill. If you do want to have the kind of cookout that will have guests thinking of you as the "Grill Guy," keep reading to find out the hard truth about some common grilling myths.
What To Do If You Find An Opossum In Your Yard In Amarillo, Texas
I'm not a fan of opossums. Their superpower is their terrifyingly ugly features. They aren't aggressive and don't carry rabies, but their looks are enough to make me have a total existential crisis. Recently, I had a run with an opossum and I learned a few helpful tips for dealing with them.
Yes, Big Mac Hats Existed and They Were Spectacular
You won't catch me shopping for hats in thrift stores. Nope, it's not because I have any phobias about cleanliness or wearing second-hand hats. It's just that my head is, well, larger than average. Think "news anchor head." So, when I see something labeled "one size fits all," I can't help but chuckle.
This Strange Texas Theft Involved HEB, A Stroller, And $3K Of Meat
In Texas, everyone loves HEB. It's a staple of the Lone Star State. Texas is also highly regarded for knowing its way around a cut of beef. One of the strangest stories of theft in Texas recently came out and involves H-E-B, a baby stroller, and almost $3,000 worth of meat. It's a wild story that plays out over almost a year.
Walmart Employee Punished For Saving Kids From Car Fire
We always want to commend people that do heroic things, and we see plenty of those types of things happen in Amarillo on a daily basis. You would imagine most everyone else would want to give someone a pat on the back for doing such a thing. Well, we just...
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