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Amarillo’s Sweetest Day: Miracle Treat Day with Delicious Dairy Queen Blizzards
One of the great indulgences in life is ice cream, and living in Amarillo in the summer, ice cream is a must. One of the best types of ice cream to indulge in is a Blizzard. Luckily, we have many Dairy Queens in the area to grab a Blizzard. Blizzards...
Texans Will Be Watching the Summer Olympics in Paris: Here are Some Fun Facts
The Olympics are one of the the things that keep Americans, especially Texas stuck to their TVs, phones, and computers. It's safe to say that some work won't get done in those two weeks. We will be cheering on our favorite Olympians while they compete in Paris. The Summer Olympics...
Trail Drama Continues At Palo Duro Canyon; Closures And Openings
It's been a weird summer at Palo Duro Canyon. It's been a year of ups and downs regarding trail closures. The rain dumped in the area has led to several park alerts regarding closed trails. Just when the trails open back up, another round of rain hits, and the gates are closed again. A recent update from the park had good news and bad news for hikers.
The MTK Run is Back in Amarillo to Help Fight Childhood Cancer
There is not a day that goes by that Madison Knebusch is not remembered by someone here in Amarillo. I know that everytime I hear Journey's "Don't Stop Believin" she creeps into my mind. That happens quite often where I work. Trust me. That is ok because everyone needs to remember that smile.
Record Heat Expected In Amarillo. Here’s How To Stay Cool.
The last couple of days in Amarillo have absolutely felt like summer. Highs have been touching 100 and we haven't had too many days like that. Well, on the heels of the weekend, we're in for it again. Only difference is this time, it could mean we hit some record...
West Nile Case Reported In Texas. Here’s How To Avoid It.
We've hit the time of year in Amarillo where the mosquitoes are buzzing around and annoying us to no end. It seems no matter where you are, they're hovering, waiting to land on you for their next meal, courtesy of you. Now, if you have Type O blood, you're probably...
Study Says Texas is Stupid: Lands on List for Most Uneducated States in the US
Texas is a large state full of a diverse group of people. Some residents have an Ivy League education while others hold degrees, and those who graduated HS. However, for some reason, Texas appears to have lower education levels in a recent study. This study determined that only 31% of...
Amarillo’s Favorite Tiny Donuts Have Closed Up Shop
Amarillo is known for its abundance of businesses. Unfortunately, Amarillo has recently experienced the closure of numerous local establishments. Regrettably, this trend seems unlikely to stop, particularly given the current economic climate. It is disheartening to report that Amarillo has lost another local business. Budnuts Mini Donuts. Budnuts opened their...
Amarillo’s Latest Casualty Hits this Fast Food Restaurant
Earlier this summer Amarillo and the world heard about the woes of Arby's restaurants. They were filing for bankruptcy and there would be some locations closing. At the time it didn't seem like it was going to touch any of our places in Amarillo. Ok, things were looking good. We...
These Rival Gangs in Texas Are At War, And There’s Blood in the Streets
The rise of gang culture in Texas has been a steady one. The more prevalent gangs are, the more likely the average citizen is to cross paths with affiliated members. As the population of Texas has increased in size and diversity, so have the gangs of the Lone Star state.
Everything We Know About Donald Trump Rally Shooting Victims
Two people are reportedly dead and another person critically injured after the apparent shooting at the Donald Trump campaign rally. The horrific shooting took place at 6:13 PM on Saturday (July 13) while Trump was campaigning in Butler, Pennsylvania. According to new reports, the alleged shooter was killed in addition to at least one attendee in the crowd.
Donald Trump Bloodied During Rally Shooting: REPORT
Former President Donald Trump was left bloodied during a campaign rally during an apparent shooting. On Saturday (July 13) at 6:13 PM, at least seven popping noises reverberated at the campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Secret Service agents were seen tackling and covering Trump who was at his podium speaking when the popping noises took place and he immediately grabbed his ear almost instantaneously after the popping sounds were made. Trump was photographed bloodied on his ear, cheek and teeth.
How Far Do Your Lottery Winnings Actually Go In Texas? Here Is The Breakdown.
Many of us daydream from time to time about what we would do if we won big playing the lotto. We all have fantasies of buying fancy cars, big houses, and traveling the world. Some of us would pay off all of our debts and make sure future generations are set. Fortunately, the math has been done to put a lotto windfall in Texas into perspective to help us plan better.
Don’t Forget, Traffic Woes And Detours On IH-27 Start On Monday
If you think back, you might remember hearing the news that a big construction project was being planned for IH-27 as you're heading into, or out of, Canyon. The project is to widen the road from 4 lanes to 6. Heads up, the work begins on Monday and you're going to need to know how to get around the construction work while it's happening.
Why You Shouldn’t Wear a T-shirt in Swimming Pools This Summer
More and more public pools (and even some private pools) are banning their guests from wearing T-shirts when swimming. But it's not just about keeping a strict dress code or swimmer safety. Why Pools Ban Some Shirts In Pools. It doesn't matter why you'd want to wear a T-shirt while...
This Texas City Is One Of The Top 50 Places To Live In The U.S.
One of the most anticipated lists that come out each year is the Best Places To Live list. So many of us love to see who's on top, and just how many cities in Texas land on it. Sometimes it spurs us to pack up and head to one of the places on the list, especially if they're here in Texas.
Injuries While Working On Your Lawn are More Common Than You Think
When it comes to lawn care, most homeowners take care of their lawns themselves. Those who can afford it may hire someone to mow and maintain their lawns. Lawn care is essential, otherwise, you'll end up living in a jungle. When working on the lawn most people don't expect to...
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