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Some Much Needed Improvements Finally Coming To Amarillo Parks
We're blessed in Amarillo, Texas to have some great parks to spend the morning or afternoon in. There are plenty of playgrounds and shady areas to hang out with the family. Two of our parks are about to get some much-needed improvements. Medi Park and Sam Houston Park are on deck to get some love.
A New Bar is Coming to Amarillo But It’s Not What You Think
Amarillo is a growing city and has many businesses unique to many individuals. Bars are a great business in town, especially for those who want to relax and let loose. A new bar is moving into Amarillo, and it is going to be a great place to relax and let loose, but it's not a bar, bar.
Once Popular T-shirt Brand Down to One Remaining Store in the Entire World
There were those '80s and '90s T-shirt brands than everyone knew. Names like Big Johnson, Hypercolor and B.U.M. Equipment each saw huge surges in popularity only to fizzle out in a couple years. Another logo frequently spotted around high school halls and in bars at that time was Big Dogs.
What Happens If You Don’t Show For Jury Duty In Texas?
We've pretty much all received one of these little postcards in the mail. No, not one of those pretty beach scene ones from someone on vacation, I'm talking about one that comes from Potter or Randall County. It's white, has a bunch of words and numbers on it, and it's...
Can You Identify These Awesome ’80s Movies From a Single Freeze-Frame?
The fashion! The neon! The neon fashion! You are invited to step into the ultimate '80s time capsule as we look at some of the most iconic movies from this awesomely golden age of filmmaking. But, you're going to have to work for it. Here's the twist: We're only going...
How Bubbles Turned Into The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders
They are some of the most iconic figures in football. The gold standard if you may when it comes to cheerleaders in the NFL, and they live right here in Texas. Yes, I'm talking about the incomparable Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders. Now, every good idea comes from SOME kind of inspiration...
Big Chain Stores That Have Come and Gone From Amarillo
When I take a trip down memory lane one of the best memories comes from shopping at Hastings. My daughter even mentioned on her recent visit to Amarillo that she really wished that Hasting's was still a thing. We would spend a lot of time just walking all over the...
Amarillo Vet Warns About Possible Distemper in the Area
Earlier this week my daughter sent me a Facebook post about a situation around Medi Park concerning squirrels. I wanted to keep an eye on this because we were out at the park on Sunday. The concern is with some squirrels and some possible danger to dogs that might be...
The Largest Private Lake in Texas Was Once a Power Plant, Now It’s Pristine — And Up For Sale!
Two hours east of Dallas, Texas is one of the largest privately owned lakes in the state. Located near the town of Mount Pleasant in Titus county, Lake Monticello and its surrounding 5,700 acres have made a splash in the real estate world as the property has been officially listed as for sale.
This Texas County is the Most Affordable Place to Buy a House
Texas is a large state and many people are moving to the Lonestar State. The cities of Austin, Dallas, and Houston are popular choices. However, smaller towns are more affordable. If you want to move to a more affordable county in Texas, many options are available. Jefferson County. Jefferson County...
The Alamo Has Had Quite the Guest List Over the Years
When you think of the Alamo you think about all of the history that has happened there. I learned all about it in the seventh grade, Texas History. That was the year I moved to Texas. Nothing like a crash course in everything Texas. Coming from up north I needed...
Texas Shines: Leading the Pack in Starting Salaries for Nurses!
One of the great professions in Texas is nursing. From large cities like Dallas/Ft. Worth to smaller cities Amarillo, Tyler, and Lubbock, nurses are important in the medical field. Sometimes being a nurse is a thankless job, especially with the long hours, workload, and emotional weight. Let's face it, we...
VIDEO: Early Morning Gunfire Erupts in Quiet North Amarillo Neighborhood
Residents of a quiet street in the Martin Road Lake area woke to the sound of gunshots early Saturday morning and they're now looking for answers. A video of the incident was posted to the social media page, Mugshots of Randall County, yesterday and has steadily gained momentum and shares.
Rising Chick-fil-A Prices Outpacing Inflation Says Recent Study
Feel like you're paying more for your Chick-fil-A order in recent months?. You're not alone. According to a recent study, the chicken restaurant is among the chains that have increased its prices in recent months. How Much Have Chick-fil-A Prices Increased?. The Street recently looked at current menu prices for...
Wampus Cat; From Terrifying Texas Legend To High School Mascot
Wampus cats in modern-day Texas are beloved high school mascots. The town of Itasca, Texas took on the legendary cat as its mascot in the 1920s. Before that, it was a terrifying legend in Sherman, Texas where a hunting party supposedly came across the accursed beast one fateful night. It begs the question of how the Wampus cat went from a terrifying legend to an adorable high school mascot.
Can You Identify These Popular Family Pets? It’s Harder Than You Think.
Whether we agree with it or not, small pets are frequently one of the initial steps parents take to teach kids about responsibility. When there's a living, breathing, and often very cuddly creature sharing the household with them, children naturally become involved in ensuring that the animal thrives and lives its best life.
Work-Life Balance: Companies Embracing the 4-Day Work Week in 2024
Have you ever wish the weekend lasted longer? Of course you have! That could become a reality for you as several businesses are switching to four-day work weeks. We all look forward to Friday. But, by the time the workday is over on Friday, we've got a few hours for fun before hitting the hay. Then, we get all of Saturday to enjoy what we love. Come Sunday, it's basically back to prepping for the work week. If you really think about it, Saturday is the only day we truly get to ourselves. That may be about to change.
VIDEO: The Shocking Phenomenon Of A Stationary Tornado In Abilene, Texas
A recent video taken near Abilene, Texas is going viral after capturing something you rarely see; even in a place where tornadoes are just a part of life. On a recent livestream hosted by storm chaser Connor Croff, it appears he caught footage of a tornado stuck in place. It has struck up the debate on whether or not a tornado can be stationary.
First State Mental Inpatient Hospital In Texas Set To Open
With Texas being such a big state, I believe we all assume that we have at least one of everything SOMEWHERE in the state right?. Well, at least I believe we have one of everything in the state. Maybe something is tucked off in a deep, dark corner of the state and we don't known about it.
Amarillo Food Truck Gets Permanent Location on Sixth Street
We have had several food trucks in Amarillo that went from being a food truck and then decided to make the move to a full-fledged restaurant. We have never had a bus do the same thing. Until now. In fact, the one and only food truck/bus Dillo's Burger Bus has...
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