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Randall County Sheriff’s Office Looking For Info On Death In 2020 Car Fire
In 2020, a vehicle fire was reported on a rural road in Randall County. After extinguishing the flames, nothing could prepare authorities for what they found next. Inside the car, they found the body of Nathan Gerald Fox. They put out the call in 2021 for any information, and reports at the time stated that foul play was suspected. Randall County Sheriff's Office is once again asking for your help in solving this case.
Chance To Win: Donating Blood In Amarillo Could Start Your Dream Vacation
A lot is happening in Amarillo, Texas this weekend. While you're out enjoying all the events taking place on Saturday, May 4, set aside some time to donate blood. If you do, it could be the beginning of your dream vacation. How Donating Blood And Your Dream Vacation Go Together...
How Many of These Objects From the ’70s Can You Identify?
In a world where everything's constantly evolving, it's no surprise to find yourself giving a look of utter disbelief when someone younger than you holds up an object and asks, "What in the world is this thing?" The '70s Was a Time of Change - BIG Change. In the '70s...
BANNED: Chemical Likely Found in Your Garage is Getting the Boot
A chemical that very likely could be sitting in your garage right now was banned this week due to potentially serious health risks. Chemical Recently Banned In U.S. The Environmental Protection Agency has been working in recent years to get a permanent ban on a chemical that has been known to cause several types of cancer along with liver harm and, in some cases, death.
Lemonade Day – Stands Will Be Taking Over Amarillo This Weekend
Who isn't ready for a nice and tall glass of lemonade? Especially when that same glass of lemonade is helping teach so much to our kids. Lemonade Day in Amarillo is coming up this year on May 4th. As you drive around town you will probably see a lot of...
Texas Recall Alert: 16,000 Pounds of Walmart Ground Beef Recalled Due to Possible Contamination
If you are a connoisseur of ground beef in Texas and you purchase your meat products at Walmart, it's time to check your fridge and freezers. Cargill Meat Solutions has issued a recall of over 16,423 pounds of raw ground beef products. The meat may be contaminated with E.Coli. What...
WATCH: The Bubble Wand Trick Every Parent Needs to Know ASAP
If you're a parent (or just a kid at heart) chances are you've used a bubble wand. And chances are you used it wrong. Here's a life hack for parents whose arms are worn out from entertaining those kiddos with bubbles. What is a Bubble Wand?. A bubble wand is...
Don’t Get Out of Your Car at This Amarillo Donut Stop
Getting up and getting the family in Amarillo donuts is a treat that the kids look forward to. Heck, even my big kid always asks for one morning that I bring home donuts when I leave work. She has to have her cherry donuts at least once when she is in time. That just screams childhood to her.
Marcos Christopher Alonzo
Alonzo is a Hispanic male, 46 years old. He's 5'11" and weighs 250 pounds. As a convicted sex offender Alonzo is required to register annually. He was convicted in 2022 of Assault Causing Bodily Injury-Family Violence (Enhancement) and Obstruction/Retaliation. He was sentenced to 5 years in prison for both to serve concurrently. In 2005, he was convicted of Indecency with a Child by Contact involving a 5-year-old girl and sentenced to 5 years in prison. In 2011, he was convicted of Failure to Register as a Sex Offender and sentenced to 3 years in prison. In February 2023 a warrant was issued by Dallas County for his arrest for Failure to Comply with Sex Offender Registration Requirements.
The Sad Story of a Texas Cold Case Finally Solved After 50 Years
Once upon a time, convicted murderer Henry Lee Lucas was the Bogeyman of Texas. Dead body? Lucas did it. Remains found in the forest? Lucas did it. Confused? Let me paint a picture. In 1983, Henry Lee Lucas was arrested by a Texas Ranger. While he was in jail, he wrote a letter to the Williamson County sheriff claiming that he had killed many people and nobody would believe him.
These Two Small Towns In Texas That Are Perfect For Peacock Lovers
There's something special about living in a small rural town in Texas. There's usually a strong sense of community, neighbors help each other out, and you will usually find something quirky and unique that makes the town extra special. For some reason, peacocks seem to be drawn to small rural Texas towns.
Remember The Texan Suing Walmart For $100M? It’s Not Going Great.
Back in January, the world was introduced to a man from Texas who was planning to take on one of the biggest retailers in the world. He was suing for an eye-watering $100 million or a lifetime of unlimited free shopping. This week, there was an update in the story.
Canyon’s Fat Boys Building Won’t Stay Empty This Familiar Business is Moving In
Anyon, Texas is getting one of Amarillo's gems. A familiar restaurant is moving into the growing city. Back in April, we shared that the long-time restaurant Fat Boys closed. A restaurant that had been a part of Canyon for at least 3 decades. Another great restaurant that has been in...
Counterfeit Botox In Texas Sending People To The Hospital
It's something that is pushed on us often, beauty. We see people on TV, on the red carpet, and just in general in Texas. Everyone looking their absolute best, goals that we feel we need to reach and an image we should portray at all times. There are a lot...
How Long Can You Leave Your Cat Home Alone?
In a conversation with a co-worker about pet ownership, we touched on the usual hurdles like vacations. He remarked, "I wish I had a cat — you can leave them alone longer than a dog." That got me thinking... How Long Can You Leave a Cat Home Alone?. Some...
YouTube Close to Making Huge Change You Probably Won’t Like
If you're among those who get annoyed by ads on YouTube, your watching experience could get a whole lot more frustrating. For those who don't pay for YouTube, putting up with ads and clicking "skip" has just become part of the expected experience when using the platform. We just do it without giving much thought.
Ride Your Way to Fun and Prizes This Weekend in Amarillo
As the weather starts getting nicer and nicer here in Amarillo we start seeing the signs of everyone wanting to be outside. That includes seeing more bikes on the roads, yes there are always motorcycles out but something about nice weather brings out even more. This weekend that is going to be very obvious.
Future Amarillo Restaurant Just Applied for Liquor License
I try to pay attention to my surroundings when I am driving around Amarillo. I mean my deliveries take me to all sorts of places around this town. I try to notice what I can. You never know when it can be used for a story or two about our city.
It’s Time for Amarillo To Make Miracles Happen with the Children’s Miracle Network
It's that time of year when we celebrate an organization that helps kids in Amarillo, Canyon, and the entire Texas Panhandle. They exist to promote and improve the quality of children's healthcare. Did you know that over 10,000 sick or injured kids live in our Texas Panhandle Region? Children's Miracle...
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