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That One Time Pantex Almost Blew Up in a Massive Fireball
There are things with having Pantex in our backyard near Amarillo that should have us a little worried. We can live our lives not knowing certain things in life that happen but really are we better off? Is ignorance bliss?. Sometimes, we just really don't need to know that much....
Hope Road Bridge Construction In Amarillo Starts Today
It has to be one of the most overused terms in Amarillo. "New road construction is getting underway". At this point, it's become expected that there will forever be some kind of project being worked on that will affect travel in the city. Well, it's about that time again to...
Believe It Or Not, Texas Is Swinging Towards Being A Blue State
We already know the 2024 Presidential election is going to be one of the most talked about, and most interesting elections we've have in United States history. The question is how is Texas going to play into it?. For the longest time, it's been widely discussed and said that Texas...
Amarillo’s Latest WTF Moment Is Almost Here – Get Ready
When Amarillo notices a new business going up we start talking. We wonder what it is. We wonder when it is going to open. We look to get our answers. When this new business started going up at I40 and Coulter it really got us wondering WTF it was. I...
Can You Identify These Objects From the 1980s?
The vibrant '80s were a technicolor dream, defined by an era of excess and neon-lit nights. However, some argue that this extravagant image was largely a Hollywood portrayal, and in reality, many of us were financially stretched, surrounded more by faux wood wall paneling than by bright greens and yellows. But let's keep that between us—Barbie might not appreciate the truth.
One Of Amarillo’s Favorite Taco Restaurants Closed For Good Reason
Amarillo, Texas is blessed with several options when it comes to getting tacos on any given Tuesday. Most of us have been to Taco Villa more times than we can count or showed up to a get-together with one of their build-your-own taco platters present. Taco Villa is just a part of Amarillo living. This is why so many are wondering why the location on Coulter is suddenly closed.
Dasher Diary: Safety is My Number One Priority When Dashing
When out DoorDashing there are a lot of things to consider. Safety is one of those things that should be important to you. DoorDash has a few safety features set in the app to help you feel safer. They have a feature that lets a family member or anyone you...
Amarillo’s Seeing Double With New Restaurant
Amarillo goes through this cycle. We lose some beloved restaurants. It happens. Sometimes it is for good reasons such as retirement. Sometimes it is not. Then with closings, we also end up having some new places open up. There seems to be a lot of that going on. We really...
Devastating Power Surge Claims the Life of Texas Lineman Working to Restore Electricity
A lineman for CPS Energy was up on a utility pole working to restore power outages in Bexar County early Tuesday, July 23rd when he was tragically killed by what utility workers believe was a power surge. Weather conditions were to blame for outages in the area and workers say...
Is This The Year We See Matthew McConaughey Run For Office?
It's political season in Texas, and all over the country really. With that majority of eyes solely focused on the Presidential race, especially now with President Biden withdrawing from the race, we have to remember there are other races to be run at the state levels. Sometimes those issues and...
One Amarillo Restaurant Received A Failing Grade After Inspection
It's funny how it's not something we think about when we grab food somewhere in Amarillo, but then the report comes out and we're all sorts of interested in what it has to say. Sometimes we find that the restaurants we love so much have issues, while a lot of the time, we find out they're just fine.
Strange Things Falling Out of the Sky in Amarillo Caught on Video
Amarillo has a beautiful sky, so much so that songs have been written about the Amarillo Sky. However, when you see strange things in the sky of Amarillo you have to ask questions. Recently, something appeared in the sky in the Amarillo area. It wasn't anything hovering, it wasn't a...
Texas Buc-ee’s Employees Rewarded for Reporting Theft Among Co-Workers?
Buc-ee's is a top-notch convenience store that originated in Texas. Visiting Buc-ee's is a memorable experience. When traveling and you have to use the restroom, it's best to hold it until you get to Buc-ee's because they have the biggest and cleanest bathrooms. Plus the food items they sell are the best. The brisket sandwich is a favorite among many, their fudge is so delectable, and their snacks, are the best. Two words: Beaver Nuggets.
Another Amarillo Business Swiftly Closes It’s Doors Recently
It seems like 2024 has been the year of closed businesses in Amarillo. This is not the kind of thing we want to see. There have been restaurants that have quickly closed their doors. Oh, and there have been stores as well. What is going on this year?. Has this...
Amarillo’s Long Awaited Location is Finally Open for Business
Amarillo has had a lot of successful Joe's in the area. I am not talking about people named Joe. No, I mean there is Macaroni Joe's that has been around for as long as I can remember. If that wasn't enough we had the addition of Joe Taco. There is...
La Linea Cartel Leader’s Capture Unveils Hidden Texas Mass Grave
In August 2023, Border Patrol agents caught sight of a lone Hispanic male shuffling along the shoulder of FM 170, near the city of Presidio, Texas. Assuming he was a Mexican national from across the border, they approached with a request for identification, which was provided. Upon inspection, it was determined that the man was a U.S. citizen who had illegally re-entered the States by crossing the river, rather than the port-of-entry.
This Dallas Suburb Supposedly Offers The Best Quality Of Life In Texas
One of the most stressful parts of moving is finding where you want to call home. The quality of life in whatever city you're relocating to is important for you and your family. Thankfully, a bunch of people with spare time decided to crunch the numbers and see which cities have the best quality of life in our country. To find the city in Texas with the best quality of life, you have to head to the suburbs of Dallas.
Imagination, Books, & Baseball. This Amarillo Event Promises It All.
One thing Amarillo is really good about is having all sorts of different types of events over the course of the year. Every month, you can typically find several things you can look forward to attending. It also seems that each year an event is held, it's bigger and better...
VIDEO: Amarillo’s Fourth of July Drone Light Show A Sight to See
When we head out for Fourth of July celebrations in the Texas Panhandle we have come to expect fireworks. We light off all of the arsenals that we can. We look up to the sky to enjoy the show of others. There never seems to be a lack of lights and noises in the sky to entertain us.
Get Ready to Save on School Supplies During the Texas Sales Tax Free Weekend
Whether we like it or not, we are entering that time of year in Texas where it's time to get the kids ready for back to school. Part of going back to school is back-to-school shopping. Parents have to purchase school supplies, clothes, backpacks, and shoes. It's Very Expensive. Luckily,...
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