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Amarillo Native and WT Grad is Competing at the College National Finals Rodeo
West Texas A&M University is a great place to further your location, and we are lucky to have it in Canyon. Many great people have graduated from WTAMU. Many students have made a name for themselves while attending WTAMU. One student who recently graduated is making a name in the rodeo world.
Quanah Parker’s Historic Star House In Danger Of Disappearing
The anniversary of the end of the Red River War was on June 2. It was a war fought by Texas panhandle historical icon, Quannah Parker. The Comanche chief's legacy lives on in the Texas panhandle thanks to monuments, statutes, and even a town that was named after him. His legacy lives on in Oklahoma thanks to the Star House and, unfortunately, it is in serious danger of disappearing.
Massive Discount Chain Could Be Sold as Recent Struggles Continue
A widespread discount chain that has already suffered several store closings in the past year is now exploring a potential sale of brand. It hasn't been a good year for discount stores along with several other chains that have been hit hard by rising operating costs. Among the first discount...
Police In Canyon, TX Need Your Help Identifying Burglary Suspect
When it comes to crimes like burglary, you usually don't think about Canyon, Texas as being a place that has to deal with this type of thing. Canyon is a smaller community, and for the most part, it's pretty quiet. That's how I remember my time living there. Unfortunately, police in Canyon are asking for help in identifying a suspect in a recent burglary.
Does This Amarillo Street Sign Really Have a Misspelling?
Sometimes there are some street signs in Amarillo that you see and just scratch your head. Do you wonder if that thing is misspelled? Or maybe it is some word you really never heard of. I mean I don't know all of the words. So maybe. Our street names in...
Want To Know Why Businesses In Amarillo Close? This Is Why.
There have been a lot of businesses in Amarillo that have shut their doors over time. Some were for obvious reasons seen by everyone, and then other places close and no one seems to know why they shut down. I saw something on Facebook this morning that caught my attention,...
Grandparents Have it Made This Summer Out at Wonderland Park
When it comes to being a grandparent in Amarillo I really think they have it all. I mean they get to spend time with their grandkids, spoil them, and then send them home with their parents after. They get to spend the fun time with the littles and make those memories. The way it should be.
These 5 Places Need To Be Built In Amarillo Immediately
AS we see so many new builds happening here in Amarillo, we can't help but wonder what all is coming into our little city. Every time we see a new place start popping up, the anticipation grows and the rumors begin. Of course, everyone starts saying H-E-B or Costco is...
A Haunting Tale of Amarillo’s Most Cursed Building
Amarillo is full of great businesses, and the city has seen so many great businesses come and go over the years. Some of these businesses have opened up in the same location hoping for a better outcome than the last. We call these buildings cursed because businesses can't thrive in...
Experience the New Look: Amarillo Hotel’s Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Event
One thing Amarillo is filled with is hotels, however, unique hotels are not abundant in the Yellow City. That's why a newly renovated hotel in Amarillo is a very fun place to stay. Cactus Cove Inn and Suites. Matt Marrs a young entrepreneur in Amarillo, purchased the former La Kiva...
Protect Yourself From Dangerous Summer Heat In Palo Duro Canyon
Summer is here in the Texas panhandle. The days are long and they are starting to get really hot. For many of us, we love going down to Palo Duro Canyon during these months to hike and enjoy some peace out in nature. As nice as it is to get away to the canyon, you need to prepare and take care of yourself while you're out there.
Dr. Pepper Is Now The Second-Most Popular Soda In The US, And I Blame Texas
It's no secret that those of us in Texas love Dr. Pepper, as we should. Dr. Pepper is a Texas original that has gone from the Lone Star State to becoming a worldwide phenomenon. News outlets have been reporting on the latest from The Wall Street Journal which claims Dr. Pepper is now the second-most popular soda in the US (or at least tied for the honor), and I'm not sure how to feel about it.
3 Fisher-Price Adventure People Sets We All Wanted
You may have caught our recent nostalgic "rabbit hole dive" on some of our favorite Fisher-Price Little People sets. It seems we've struck a chord, as many of you responded with fond memories, saying things like, "Oh wow, those were the best!" and some of you likely headed to eBay to buy some for ... your nephew. That's it, your nephew. Yeah, that's the ticket.
Enter to Win Tickets to the Crackin’ Crab Benefit Show at Starlight Ranch!
Life can change in the blink of an eye. On May 19, Kensi Syvoraraj closed up her restaurant, The Crackin' Crab, and began her drive home when she was t-boned by a drunk driver who ran a red light. The small business owner and mother of two young children remains...
30 Worst Cities to Be a Mail Carrier Thanks to Attacking Dogs
Dogs attacking mail carriers has been a go-to trope when someone wants to have a laugh at the expense of the U.S. Postal Service. There are even dog biscuits and toys made to look like mail carriers. While the situation seems comical to those of us who don't haul heavy...
Former Texas Educator Busted For Possessing Tons Of Child Porn
School is supposed to be one of the safest places on the planet for our kids. Somewhere they go to learn, have adults who care about their well-being, and just in general learn about life. Sadly, it seems in Texas that school is becoming an unsafe place to be. Now,...
The Frustrating Reality of Applying for an Amarillo Apartment
I haven't lived in an apartment in Amarillo since the late nineties but I think one process needs to go away. I know it is still a thing because my daughter moves to a new apartment every single year. I would think there would be one step in the process...
Massive Fraud At City Of Amarillo Finds Culprit Pleading Guilty
There are certain jobs people have that give them access to a lot of things others can't get. The City of Amarillo has quite a few jobs like that. Gaining access to financial programs is something that is at the top of that list. I can't even imagine how much...
Is Soon-to-Be Amarillo Restaurant Part Two of Another Success?
Early last year we learned about a new restaurant that was coming to Amarillo. It ended up opening last summer. The restaurant in question is Oishii Japanese Sushi & Sake. They moved into the former David's Steakhouse restaurant near Market Street. When they opened they were one of those sleeper...
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