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Bride Caught Telling Guests to Put Their Phones Away While Walking Down Aisle
Not everyone apparently thinks weddings are all about the bride. A video of a bride has gone viral after she was seen telling her guests to put their phones away while walking down the aisle. But was this really necessary?. Bride's Instructions To Guests. A short video clip from a...
Amarillo College Brings Change in a Round About Way
There has been a section of Amarillo College that has been closed since before Thanksgiving. If you go to the campus for any reason you have noticed. If you drive in the area it involves a very much traveled road so you have also noticed. The section of 24th and...
Watch Footage of Incredible Texas Tornados
Wild Videos of Recent Texas Tornados in Clarendon and Fort Stockton!. Something is awe-inspiring about the sheer force of nature that is a tornado. That's why every time we get another round of Tornados in Texas, we pass them on to you. The videos below are from a couple of impressive ones from last night's storms her in the Lone Star State.
Are You Ready For More Kangaroos In Amarillo?
It seems that the news cycle in Amarillo has been dominated by kangaroos lately. It all started when a couple of kangaroos escaped from Rick Looby's place, and sadly one of those passed away. The other returned safely. That got all of us digging into kangaroos and having a bit...
Project Clean Up In Amarillo Hits The Streets Again
As you well know, the alleyways in Amarillo have a tendency to go neglected. Not just from a lawn care standpoint, but these alleyways have a tendency to become dumping grounds for everything people no longer want. Yes, things such as old furniture, lawnmowers that no longer work, and even...
Best Onion Rings in Amarillo According to Social Media
If there is one thing about Amarillo, it is the selection of places to eat. At those places to eat are some of the best-fried foods you will sink your teeth into. Today we will focus on rings dipped in batter and fried until crispy. Onion Rings. There isn't an...
[LISTEN] Kevin Fowler Talks About the Opry, Changes in the Business, and His Upcoming Show at The Lumberyard
The Lumberyard has been a great addition to the Canyon entertainment scene. Since opening in May, it has brought some great bands to their stage, and many talented artists will have the opportunity to perform under the stars in Canyon. Kevin Fowler is one of those great artists, born and...
Trail Work At Palo Duro Canyon Great News For Texas Panhandle
Palo Duro Canyon is one of the best parts of living in the Texas panhandle. Many of us in the panhandle love spending time on the trails, camping, and going to the canyon to see the musical. Recently, there were several trails that had to be closed due to washouts and problems from the rains we've had. The good news is that work is being done to get those trails open again.
Once Beloved Mall Brand About to Make Triumphant Return After 15 Years
It's the 1990s all over again. At least that's what one brand is banking on as it teases a return several years after closing its doors. At one time, seemingly every mall in America was occupied by the same stores selling clothing to tweens and teens. Shoppers came to expect these stores in just about every shopping mall:
7 ‘Carol Burnett Show’ Characters Who Still Make Us Laugh
Comedy can quickly become outdated as styles, mannerisms, and references lose their appeal faster than ever. This rapid evolution often leaves some TV shows seeming outdated in no time at all. That said, when you revisit some of the more popular recurring sketches from The Carol Burnett Show, it becomes...
Is Tropical Storm Alberto Going To Affect Amarillo? Watch For Rain.
All eyes have been on Tropical Storm Alberto as it made landfall today. The tropical storm has caused damage in South Texas. The governor issued a disaster declaration for 51 counties in the southern half of the Lone Star State. As the rains pour down on parts of South Texas and Mexico, is there any way that this tropical storm could impact weather as far north as the Texas panhandle?
Sriracha is Turning From Red to Brown on Store Shelves; Here’s Why
What was once a fiery red color on grocery store shelves has turned a dull brown without much explanation. Sriracha's distinct shade of red was a precursor to the heat that awaited users after squirting the sauce on top of things like noodles and Asian-inspired dishes. Now, that red seems to have gone away.
A Scammer Helped Give this Texas City Bragging Rights
When you visit different Texas cities you look forward to checking out the skyline. Those buildings grace the skies and give the residents something to look at. Even in Amarillo, we can check out the First Bank Southwest Tower and even the Santa Fe Building. Many cities have even taller...
Has Amarillo Been the Victim of the Mandela Effect?
Is the Mandela Effect alive and well here in Amarillo? The Mandela Effect is a false memory that a huge group of people remember. Something that never was but people would swear up and down that it's actually a fact. There are a ton of well-known false memories out there....
Texas Is Number One To Many Things, But None More Important Than This
In America, we have over 2 million military personnel, and that number doesn't include the nearly 800,000 civilians. Of that number, just shy of 1.3 million of those members are active. With Texas being such a large state, we are home to a lot of them. Not only do many...
The Ultimate Guide to Texas’ Closed and Abandoned Amusement Parks
One of the great things about being in Texas is the family entertainment. Texas has some great amusement and water parks. Six Flags, Hurricane Harbor, Schlitterbahn, and Fiesta Texas are just a few. However, for many the childhood memories belong to those amusements that are no longer open and have...
We’re Spilling the Tea on Dalhart, Texas
Dalhart, Texas is a great town in the northern Texas Panhandle. It's home to the famous XIT Ranch Rodeo and Reunion. If you've never been to Dalhart it's time you made the trip it's time to plan a trip especially during the rodeo. Dalhart not only is famous for the...
Amarillo’s Most Unexpected Nickname Involves New York City
Amarillo, Texas is incredibly unique. We have a pretty wild history filled with all kinds of tall tales, scandals, and one-of-a-kind characters. Our landscape is dotted with half-buried vehicles, tourist traps, and odd sculptures. Because of these unique qualities, our city has received some interesting nicknames over time. The most unexpected of these involves New York City.
McDonald’s Already Ditching Recent Change Made At Its Restaurants
McDonald's is abandoning a recent change made at its restaurants after having an unsuccessful run. Changes Coming To McDonald's Drive-Thru Experience. You may not have noticed this change to McDonald's drive-thru unless your order was possibly mixed up. Sometime in 2021, the burger chain started using artificial intelligence to assist customers coming through the drive-thru lane.
Beware Amarillo; Scammers Called Me Posing As Security Company
For whatever reason, it seems like every day there is a new scam being discovered in Amarillo, Texas. They're using phones, text messages, going door-to-door, and emails to try and separate us from our hard-earned money. Recently, my house was hit by someone posing to be with a security system company.
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