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Then & Now: A History Of Amarillo Arcades
Ah man, the good old days right? Life used to be so much simpler in Amarillo back in the day. It also used to be even more fun. I'm not saying there isn't fun to be had in the city these days, but there were things we used to love to do as kids that are hard to find these days.
What it Means if You See a McDonald’s With Turquoise Arches Instead of Yellow
The McDonald's logo remains one of the most recognizable not only among fast food restaurants, but all brand names. The chain's trademark "golden arches" lets fast food-seekers know what they're going to get. But what happens if those arches are no longer golden?. Where Is There a McDonald's With Turquoise...
Questions About Amarillo, Texas? City’s New AI Will Soon Help.
Artificial intelligence is everywhere, and that includes Amarillo, Texas. It's something that has become incredibly divisive in our country. Some people embrace AI and claim it is the greatest thing to have happened so far this century. Others point to a laundry list of problems and concerns. Either way, Amarillo will soon be introduced to Emma, our very own AI assistant.
Ugh, Deer Flies! I Just Discovered a Stupidly Easy Way to Outsmart Them
If your neighborhood is anything like mine, there's a specific two-week period in the summer when the temperature is steamy, the breeze is non-existent, and it happens. This happened precisely two days ago, just after a pretty bad thunderstorm. I walked out, inhaled the gloopy air, and a deer fly landed on me and bit HARD. It was waiting for me.
Gate Added Recently to Amarillo Park Leads to Questions
There was a recent question on social media about some gates being put up at John Stiff Park. For us lifers who refuse to call it that, we are talking about Southwest Park. Yes, we are Southwest Park old when we can't call it anything else. Oh, but that is where the questions started.
Dasher Diary: The Never Ending Mixed Messages in Amarillo
One of the things I love about DoorDashing in Amarillo is all of the great stories I get to tell. When I tell people I deliver food I also tell them that it gives me a lot of stories and I love it. I get to spend time meeting new people which is another part I like about it. Again the stories.
Thanks To Recent Weather, Trails At Palo Duro Canyon Are Closed
The storm that blew through Amarillo yesterday caused plenty of problems. There were downed power lines and even traffic accidents. Another consequence of the recent storms affects those of us who were planning on spending some time down in Palo Duro Canyon. Heads up, you'll need to change your plans.
Angry Man Escorted from an Amarillo Fitness Club Pool Gets Knocked Out
Oh, the stories that come out of Amarillo are quite interesting. During the summer, several fitness clubs open up their outdoor pools and offer family memberships. This provides a place for people to swim, lounge, and enjoy the summer. An incident occurred recently at a local fitness club. A man...
Amarillo Is One Of The Most Dangerous Cities In Texas
Living in Amarillo, we hear all about the different crime that takes place. Many reports of theft, assaults, and lately shootings of some sort. It's not something that exactly makes us sleep well at night. You never know when your cars are being broken into, or when some yahoo wants to go shooting up a street.
Texas Is One Of The Best, Yet One Of The Worst At This
It's funny to see some of the surveys that come out sometimes, especially when it pertains to Texas. How we can be one of the best in a category, yet still manage to be one of the worst in the same category is baffling to me. When it comes to...
Amarillo’s Household Bills – Potter County Pays Less While Randall County Pays More Than the National Average
The great thing about living in Amarillo is the cost of living is lower than other areas in the United States. Potter County's household bills are 9% lower than the national average which is 21%. The average household in Potter County pays a little less than $2000 per month in...
Will Amarillo’s Be Spared? Hooters is Closing Multiple Restaurants Across the Country and Texas
Amarillo is full of chain restaurants. They are located all along I-40 and within the streets of the Yellow City. While many chain restaurants are closing across the US, does that mean Amarillo will experience those closures?. Hooters recently started closing many of their locations across the country. Many of...
Historic Texas Panhandle Hotel Hosts Massive Benefit For Paxton
Hotel Turkey in Turkey, Texas is an iconic and historic part of our region. The hotel has an incredible history. It all started in 1927. Before the hotel could be completed, it got slammed by a tornado. Not to be deterred, construction resumed and a few months later the hotel was open. This weekend, it's the site of a massive benefit bringing together several amazing artists for a great cause.
Monolith-Like Mirror Cabins Are The Perfect Place to Reflect
Ever seen a mirror cabin? Neither have we until we stumbled upon these incredible forest dwellings. According to Bolt Farm Treehouse, it's basically a cabin in the woods with "floor-to-ceiling walls of mirrored glass allow you to be one with nature, while maintaining your privacy (you can't see inside during daylight and there are blackout curtains for the evening)."
New Scam Involving Police And Your DNA Is Targeting Amarillo, Texas
It's getting harder to see the fine line between being creative and being desperate when it comes to scams in Amarillo. We've seen a flood of them recently, and today is one that I think takes the cake. This one puts a spin on the old "warrant out for your arrest" scam, and it involves your DNA.
Need Somewhere New To Run In Amarillo? Check These Out.
The great Ron Burgundy once said, "I believe it's called 'jogging' or 'yogging'. It might be a soft 'J'". It's something we see many people in Amarillo out doing, especially during these warmer months. Typically, runners have a tendency to head out either early in the morning or later in...
Amarillo is Ready to Get Dirty With New Business in Town
We told you early in the year about a new business coming to Amarillo. It will be moving into an empty space in Western Crossing. In fact it is moving right next door to Crackin Crab. If you are ready to get dirty, they are ready to be your go-to place.
Amarillo Lesson – Please Don’t Play Amateur Detective
I want to see if I know them. I want to see if we have any mutual friends. I want a sneak peek into their lives before they did whatever they did to become a trainwreck. I know, innocent until proven guilty and all but this is where it all starts.
Man With Famous Namesake Killed By Amarillo Police
It seems lately the police in Amarillo have been very busy. There have been a lot of stories lately about shootings and various other crimes that it's starting to make me wonder if we're headed into a bad crime cycle. For awhile, things seemed to be going better. Violent crime...
The Bloodiest Texas Outlaw You’ve Never Heard Of Left a Trail of Dead
This Texas outlaw constantly had the stench of death all around him. His list of casualties was impressively long back then as it is today. And you've probably never heard of him. Meet James Brown Miller. A Man By Many Names. James Brown Miller was occasionally referred to as "Deacon...
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