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‘Dress That Broke The Internet’ Groom Lands in Prison Following Murder Attempt
The groom from the night a dress with a confusing color went mega viral on social media has been sentenced to prison for attempting to murder his wife. What is commonly referred to as "The Dress That Broke The Internet" was seen as either white and gold or blue and black in a 2015 photo taken by a guest at the wedding of Keir and Grace Johnston.
The Summer Heat In Amarillo, Texas Is Already Trying To Break Records
The summer heat has arrived in Amarillo. We've already seen several days in the 90s, and have even touched the triple digits. What's crazy, is that we're already seeing attempts by Mother Nature to break heat records in Yellow City. Yesterday, June 7, was almost one for the record books.
Summer Shocker: Gas Price Surge Coming for Unfortunate Drivers in These States
Some drivers may be staying closer to home this summer as gas prices are set to skyrocket in multiple states. A recent report from transportation blog Transport Topics examined the forecast for gas prices in all 50 states. While residents in many states are in the clear, there are at least five states that are going to feel the pain of rising prices at the pump.
Amarillo Public Library Is Back With Summer Reading Program
Now that summer break is underway in Amarillo and Canyon, we're all looking for ways to keep the kids busy. Sure, there's plenty of activities we can go out and do, but we want them to still keep their brain active as well. Enter the Amarillo Public Library. They've brought...
Amarillo’s Fugitive Of The Week Wanted For Sex Crimes With Kids
Every day there is a fugitive on the loose, and in just about every city in America. Well, Amarillo is no different. We have numerous fugitives that are either roaming the streets of Amarillo, or committed a crime here that they're wanted for. Funny thing is, a lot of people...
Rouge Kangaroos Run Loose in Several Texas Cities
When you think of Texas animals, you don't typically think of kangaroos. Instead, you think of cows, bulls, longhorns, horses, and maybe even an armadillo. You don't think kangaroos. Kangaroos are not native to Texas. They are native to countries (Australia and Papua New Guinea) thousands of miles away across...
Amarillo’s Beef With Popeyes: Bell is the New Paramount
One restaurant in Amarillo has the dubious honor of receiving the most complaints, the Popeyes on Paramount. This establishment couldn't get it right receiving bad reviews after bad reviews. Then in February 2024, something happened and Popeyes on Paramount shut down. A fire occurred in the building. As of the...
The Biggest Prison in Texas is Both Huge and Intimidating
Everything is bigger in Texas, right? Of course, there are large prisons all over the United States. But the biggest prison in Texas is both huge and intimidating. The H.H. Coffield Unit is a men's prison in Anderson County located alongside FM Road 2054 in Tennessee Colony, Texas which is a little over an hour from Tyler, Texas, and 2.5 hours from Houston, Texas. According to Wikipedia, It opened in June of 1965 and is the Texas Department of Criminal Justice's largest prison. It also contains varying levels of security, including both medium AND maximum security units.
5 Surprising Things Viral Ex-Con Says Would Make Her More Likely to Burglarize Your Home
Sometimes it's hard to find qualified experts for advice when it comes to home security. Thankfully, TikToker and former Florida Department of Corrections inmate Jen Gomez is down to give an inside look at how burglars choose which homes to target. Who Is Jen Gomez On TikTok?. Gomez claims she...
What’s The Wildest Thing On Amarillo Facebook Marketplace? Prosthetics.
I'm not usually one to spend a lot of time lurking on Facebook Marketplace trying to find a good bargain. I've never been able to spot something that grabs my attention. That was until a friend of mine sent me a photo that made my mouth drop. I had no idea there was a prosthetics side of Marketplace in Amarillo.
Should You Spray Your Peonies if They Are Covered in Ants?
Peonies are the show-stoppers of the garden with their large, vibrant blooms that come in a variety of colors. Their sweet fragrance fills the warm summer air, and their resilience means they come back year after year. But there’s one thing about peonies that might catch you off guard: they’re...
Food Trucks, Mobile Coffee, And Now Mobile Vapes In Amarillo, Texas
Amarillo has a lot of options if you want to get something on the go rather than go into a brick-and-mortar store. We have an endless supply of food trucks that serve everything from Hibachi to cheesecakes, and everything in between. We have mobile coffee shops, photo studios, and I've even heard rumors of a mobile barber. This, though, is something completely different. Amarillo now has a mobile vape shop.
Why Toilet Paper You Hoarded During the Pandemic is Probably Expired
Remember all that toilet paper you fought off hoards of people only to get the final rolls on the shelf during the pandemic a few years ago?. There is a chance your four-year-old TP could be expired if it's still sitting around your house. How To Find Your Toilet Paper's...
What Are The Biggest Tourist Trap Places In Amarillo?
Every city has its tourist trap, and Amarillo is actually known for a few of them. Two of them are considered huge tourist traps, and I'd have to say I agree with that. One of them will cost you some dough, while the other one won't. So before we start...
5 Tornadoes In One Day? It Just Happened In The Texas Panhandle.
If you haven't noticed, the panhandle has been absolutely hammered by storms over the last few weeks. We aren't talking about that summer showers where it dumps down rain and nothing else. We're talking about severe storms that rip through and cause damage in a 5-10 minute span. Every day...
It’s Time to Get Caffeinated! A New Coffee Truck Has Opened in Amarillo
The ongoing joke in Amarillo, Texas is that you cannot have too many coffee shops and there is one on every corner. Indeed, you cannot have too many coffee shops. Amarillo has recently seen multiple coffee shops open up. Last year, 7 Brew opened, and Ziggi's Coffee is opening in a few weeks, along with PJs Coffee. All of them have their unique qualities. However, a new mobile coffee option is available and can appear on any corner of Amarillo.
Amarillo Native and WT Grad is Competing at the College National Finals Rodeo
West Texas A&M University is a great place to further your location, and we are lucky to have it in Canyon. Many great people have graduated from WTAMU. Many students have made a name for themselves while attending WTAMU. One student who recently graduated is making a name in the rodeo world.
Reel in the Fun: Kids Free Fishing Camp Coming Up in Amarillo
When was the last time you have been fishing? Grabbing that pole and heading out for a relaxing afternoon either here in Amarillo or jumping on the road and traveling a bit. Fishing is something I loved to do growing up. I haven't taken the time to do so since my daughter was little.
Ready to Take Your Toddler on a Fun Nature Walk in Amarillo?
The world around you is all new to a toddler in Amarillo. They have so much to explore as it is. It also seems like as huge as the world can be there is always something to explore. Getting a toddler out and enjoying and learning is what it is all about.
Massive Discount Chain Could Be Sold as Recent Struggles Continue
A widespread discount chain that has already suffered several store closings in the past year is now exploring a potential sale of brand. It hasn't been a good year for discount stores along with several other chains that have been hit hard by rising operating costs. Among the first discount...
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