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Epic Texas Eagle Scout Now Shares All-Time Record
Scouting America, formally known as Boy Scouts of America, has been a program in Texas for over 100 years, and it has helped prepare tweens and teens learn many practical life skills that continue to be drawn upon for the remainder of their lives no matter what age they reach. One way to ensure a skill has been mastered is by earning a merit badge that symbolizes their demonstration of those abilities in important fields like first aid, swimming, and camping.
Paxton’s vote harvesting investigation in South Texas renews questions over politiqueras
McALLEN — Filomena Leo began to weep this week as she reminisced about her late husband William “Billy” Leo and how he would encourage their neighbors to vote. Billy Leo, who died in 2018, was at one point mayor of La Joya, a Rio Grande Valley city of about 4,600 people, and Hidalgo County clerk — among several other public roles he held in South Texas. ...
Lottery officials searching for winner of unclaimed $1m Mega Millions jackpot – ticket was bought at a convenience store
A MEGA Millions jackpot has yet to be claimed, and time is running out for the winner to come forward. Players are urged to double-check their lottery tickets before the $1 million prize is gone for good. Lottery officials in Texas have been desperately searching for the unidentified resident with the ticket. It was purchased […]
Texas state lawmaker defects from Democratic Party to GOP, citing transgender stances
A Texas state representative defected from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party, citing their respective stances on transgender matters. State Rep. Shawn Thierry lost her Democratic primary in March by LGBT activist Lauren Ashley Simmons after voting in favor of bills restricting transgender surgeries for minors and banning biological males who identify as female […]
Substance abuse expert says RGV faces ‘overdose pandemic’
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Some are so gripped by grief that it changes them. For many, it’s an ever-present and unfillable void. For others, it can transcend nearly every aspect of their lives. Take Adelína Olívares of Alamo, who said she lost her 20-year-old nephew to a...
ALT's 'Waitress,' Friends of Fogelberg concert among this week's entertainment
ALT presents 'Waitress,' a musical baked to perfection The Amarillo Little Theatre (ALT) presents its first Mainstage production of the 2024/25 season, "Waitress." The uplifting and inspiring musical opens Thursday, Sept. 5 on ALT's Allen Shankles Mainstage, at 2019 Civic Circle. “I am so excited that ALT is one of the first theatres to...
B-29 Superfortress to visit Texas Air and Space Museum Sept. 3-4
Following Labor Day weekend, the Texas Air and Space Museum welcomes the B-29 Superfortress “FIFI” as part of the AirPower History Tour of the Commemorative Air Force. The bomber will be accompanied in its Amarillo visit by a T-6 Texan and an RC-45J Expeditor. The museum is located at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, 10001 American Drive. ...
Nominations open for Amarillo Man & Woman of the Year, Citizens on the Move
Do you know someone who needs to being recognized as a Man or Woman of the Year or a Citizens on the Move? We'd like to hear from you. The annual awards recognize members of the community who are making a positive impact in Amarillo. Send in your nominations via email for the Amarillo Globe-News 2024 Man and Woman of the Year, as well as Citizens on the Move awards, which are being presented by FirstBank...
City Manager Grayson Path addresses Amarillo’s future challenges, outlines strategic goals
In his first official month as Amarillo’s city manager, Grayson Path is unveiling a strategic agenda aimed at addressing the city's most pressing challenges. His focus includes revitalizing infrastructure, enhancing public services, and fostering improved communication within city government. Path, who assumed the role following the departure of Jared Miller, is bringing a fresh perspective to the city’s administration. His initial efforts are centered on tackling issues that have long concerned Amarillo residents, such as waste management,...
Tremaine Brown receives grant to launch tutoring and mentoring initiative
Tremaine Brown, director and president of the Vessel of Humanity and Compassion, recently announced the successful award of a substantial grant from the Amarillo Area Foundation. The grant, designated as an Education Catalyst Grant, will fund the launch of a new tutoring and mentoring program aimed at supporting underprivileged students in the Amarillo area. “We are thrilled to have received this grant, which allows us to move forward with our plan to provide essential academic support to...
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