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Bad Review on Facebook Backfires: Big Jim’s Pizza Co. in Amarillo Explodes With Business
Several local businesses in Amarillo have recently closed, leaving thousands of residents heartbroken. As a result, a particular community of foodies are on guard against critics, especially when they deem the criticism unwarranted. One of the many restaurant review pages on Facebook blew up recently after a review was left...
Update: Recent Status of Amarillo’s Two Closed Restaurants
One of my favorite things about Amarillo is having people reach out to find out what is going on in our city. They ask the question. We do the research, which is sometimes just driving by or making a call or two. We like to get to the bottom of what is going on in our great city.
Iconic Terror Strikes In New Horror Movie Being Made In Texas
Texas is full of urban legends, ghost stories, and myths about everything from dogmen to haunted saloons. In East Texas, there are stories of something lurking among the pines. In the darkness of the forest, a massive monster is thought to be stalking its prey. This is the backdrop for a new horror film scheduled to begin production in the Lone Star State.
How Many Texas Athletes Will Be In Paris For The 2024 Olympics? Here’s All 38.
The 2024 Summer Olympic Games kick off on July 26 and go through August 11. While we're all excited about Team USA and the amazing athletes who will be representing us at the games, it's even more exciting to know that there are several athletes from our home state who will be going for the gold. In total, 38 athletes from Texas are going to compete for a chance to bring gold and glory back to the Lone Star State.
Walmart Making This Bold Move to Get More Stuff on Store Shelves
Walmart wants to fill up its store shelves more quickly, and it is about to make a huge investment to do so. Walmart has been in sort of a transitional period as it moves to modernize its stores. The process started late last year when the retail chain began making...
SURVEY: Amarillo Residents…What’s Your Water Bill Look Like? Let’s Talk
It seems like every single day and with every single purchase here in Amarillo I really miss the "good ol' days." Yes, that means I am becoming my mom who would reminisce about the prices back then. You know when you could go to the grocery store and fill your...
Oh Those Rolls – Who Remembers Amarillo’s Western Sizzlin?
Taking a drive around Amarillo can be a very nostalgic thing. Yes, we have a lot of stuff opening and helping the city to grow. There will still be those of us who will take that trip down memory lane. We will point to a business and say "Remember when...
New Toddler-Friendly Theme Park Opening in DFW: Fun for the Whole Family!
One of the many great things about the Dallas/Fort Worth area is that entertainment and amusement parks are abundantpepPe. DFW is full of great places to go and take your family for some fun. Six Flags Over Texas is the biggest amusement park in the area, and you can splash around and enjoy Hurricane Harbor just down the street.
Target Changing Two Big Things In Amarillo. What Are They?
We've seen retail stores go through a lot of different changes over the last 5-10 years in Texas. One of the biggest ones was the introduction of self-checkout lanes. It's also the most polarizing change we've seen at retail stores. It seems we either love or hate them, there is...
Ever Wonder Why It Floods Easily In Amarillo? Here’s The Reason.
While this summer hasn't been as bad as last summer when it comes to rain in Amarillo, we've still seen some pretty strong storms roll through the area. Now, the storms we've gotten this season haven't lasted nearly as long as they did last year. However, they dump a lot...
Amarillo Discount Store Faces Uncertain Future Amid Financial Woes
Amarillo is full of great businesses. Many of these businesses are around to help save money. However, a lot of these businesses are closing their doors due to not making enough money. Amarillo has already lost a few of these discount stores. We have had Family Dollars close in town,...
Tascosa Drive-In Gets New Owners; Tribute Already Planned
Recently, news broke that a major announcement was coming from Tascosa Drive-In. It had been a long time since we'd heard anything from Amarillo's iconic drive-in theater. The major announcement turned out to be that there are new owners of the Tascosa Drive-In. That was followed up with news of an update to the theater to honor the previous owners.
Every State Where They’ve Made it Illegal to Have a Drink During Happy Hour
It may be "five o'clock somewhere," but that doesn't mean that it is happy hour everywhere. The concept of "happy hour," a period after typical work hours when discounts are offered to bar and restaurant patrons, is a bit of an American institution. You had a hard day of work and you now deserve a cold one and a plate of nachos.
Ammo Vending Machine Coming To A Texas Grocery Store Near You
Texas is known for its love of all things Second Amendment. The Lone Star State takes gun ownership very seriously. It makes sense, then, that Texas would be one of the states to see the installation of new ammunition vending machines in grocery stores. You can now snag a loaf, some Ramen, and a box of shells.
Dasher Diary: When You Want to Say I Don’t Work Here
When you are a delivery person here in Amarillo there are a few things that come up that is not necessarily your job. You sometimes have to dodge lawn sprinklers, keep food away from hungry dogs, and find a way to deliver that ice cream in a timely manner so it's not a gooey mess. OK, maybe that is part of your job.
Just a Good Ol’ Boy and His Recent Stops in Amarillo
I really think if you grew up in the eighties here in Amarillo you wanted to be a part of this popular TV show. You wanted to get inside your car without opening a door. Why not just slide through the window? You then wanted to take that car and jump whatever you could in your city.
Why Is Texas Going To Have A State Office In Taiwan?
If you know anything about government or politics, then I'm sure you've heard of things such as embassies in different countries. The U.S. has them in plenty of different countries, and vice versa. However, have you ever heard of a state embassy in a different country? Texas is right in the middle of it.
Napping At Work? Texas Lands Inside The Top 10 Of Offenders.
Alright Texas, it's time to fess up. You can admit it, I promise I won't judge. It's something that has happened to all of us at one point or another, whether it was at school growing up, or at work. We've all been there. I know, the myriad of different...
Small Business Game-Changer: Affordable Health Insurance Now Available in Texas
When it comes to insurance, it is a necessary evil. However, a lot of businesses in Amarillo, Lubbock, and Midland/Odessa cannot afford to provide insurance to their employees or need a better option. Luckily, a new insurance option has made its way into Texas and is here to offer affordable...
Amarillo Motorcycle Crashes Surge: Over 100 Accidents Reported in the Past Year
Amarillo is a growing city and as the city grows so does the traffic. In the summer a lot of that traffic is on two wheels. Summer brings out a multitude of motorcycles. There's a reason why so many campaigns are launched during the summer urging people to "Share the Road." According to the Texas Department of Transportation, in 2023, almost 600 riders died on Texas roads, and almost 2,500 were seriously injured in accidents.
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