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Restaurant inspections: Scores for Doll House, Super Mercado, Thai Yoshi, more
The Food Establishment Inspection Report is a weekly report that appears Sundays. Information is taken from reports provided by the Environmental Health Department, and individual reports can be viewed at its website, http://amarillo.gov/departments/community-services/environmental-health/foodinspections. A numerical grading system is now being used, with a score of 100 points being equivalent to zero demerits.
Possible thunderstorms with rising temperatures
Good Saturday morning, everyone! Today is starting out partly cloudy, and slightly cool with lows around 60. As the day unfolds, a partly sunny sky is expected with breezy southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph. Temperatures will respond, warming into the 80’s and low 90’s during the afternoon. Amarillo should top out near 90. […]
Mobile veterinary unit caters to underserved areas in Texas
The Community and Regional Engagement Service (CARES) mobile veterinary unit has officially launched at the Texas Tech University (TTU)’s School of Veterinary Medicine. The vehicle, custom-built and funded by donations from the Louise Bowers Slentz Foundation Fund and the Amber Fund, which both come from the Amarillo Area Foundation, enables the school to expand its initiatives in serving the region that has “generously supported it.”
Texas couple homeless after truck/camper fire Saturday near Ottawa
You hear of vehicle fires, but, rarely, do you hear the story of the owners. On Saturday, a Texas couple lost their only home – a truck and camper - to fire on westbound I-80 between Utica and Ottawa. Wallace Fire Chief Chris Backos said they were summoned about 12:45 to milemarker 85 - joined by Utica.
505 Panthers close out City League season on winning note
FARMINGTON – Three 505 Panthers pitchers combined to stifle the Frackers’ offense, securing a 2-1 victory Friday at Ricketts Park to close out the Connie Mack City League season. Trapper Paige, Flynn Hoopes and JW Bayless surrendered eight hits, but allowed only one Frackers run, handing them their...
Texas DPS seizes over ten pounds of suspected cocaine in Carson County traffic stop
CARSON COUNTY, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) seized more than ten pounds of suspected cocaine after a traffic stop in Carson County. On Thursday, July 4, at approximately 5:39 p.m., a DPS Trooper stopped a 2024 Ford Edge traveling east on I-40 near Groom for a traffic violation. During the stop, the Trooper allegedly discovered five tape-wrapped bricks of cocaine concealed inside the trunk area, according to a statement from the DPS.
Kid Seen Dangling from Ride at Six Flags Over Texas is Hoax
A very scary moment captured on video at Six Flags Over Texas. The video that was posted to many social platforms including X, shows a child dangling from the Superman ride. The ride is an impressive 325 feet in the air. The question then becomes, it this a real incident? WFAA reached out to Six Flags Over Texas and received the following statement.
Where to find sandbags in Southeast Texas ahead of Beryl
BEAUMONT, Texas — As Hurricane Beryl approaches, heavy rain is expected to be the main threat with a band of 3" to 6" or more expected across the Southeast Texas area. In preparation for the storm, Texas Acting Governor Dan Patrick has added 81 total counties to Hurricane Beryl Disaster Declaration including:
Missouri beats out Oklahoma, Texas for 4-star offensive lineman in class of 2025
Missouri beat out a couple of new SEC foes for a key prospect in the class of 2025 on Saturday. The Tigers landed a commitment from 4-star offensive lineman Lamont Rogers. He chose Mizzou over programs such as Oklahoma, Texas, Florida State and others. Here’s his announcement:. This is...
TxDOT urges East Texas to prepare for Hurricane Beryl
LUFKIN, Texas — The Lufkin District's Texas Department of Transportation office is preparing to open its emergency operations center ahead of the expected impact from Hurricane Beryl in East Texas. Beginning on Monday, TxDOT crews will begin working 12-hour shifts beginning at 7 a.m. During this time they will...
Virginia Red Cross volunteers deploy to Texas as Hurricane Beryl approaches
Richmond, Virginia – The Red Cross of Virginia is mobilizing to assist Texans as Hurricane Beryl nears the Lone Star State. Two dedicated volunteers will leave for San Antonio, Texas as part of a nationwide Red Cross effort aimed at helping communities recover from the impending storm. “We’re coming...
These Are The Nine Items Raising Your Electric Bill In Texas
The state of Texas is in the midst of a very hot summer. With temperatures hitting nearly 100 degrees most days, many people are attempting to stay cool. This is in turn strains the state's power grid and causes one thing we hate the most. That item we don't like is none other than power bill price increases.
Blue Bell bringing back two flavors after revival tournament
BREHNAM, Texas (KETK) – The results from Blue Bell’s Great Scoop Revival Flavor Tournament are in and they’re bringing back an extra scoop on top of the winning flavor. Groom’s Cake Ice Cream won the tournament but Blue Bell said there was such an out pouring of community support for the runner up Cookie Cake […]
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