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Is HomeGoods Actually Opening In Amarillo Or Did They Pull Out?
It's been really quiet over there for about six months
Amarillo Location Gets Much Needed Convenience Feature
Last summer it finally dawned on me Amarillo was missing this one major convenience. This one thing I know would make my life easier. Oh, and I know I am not alone. When I would make the trip to Dallas we would always take some time to fill up my daughter's five-gallon water jugs.
Is There Organized Panhandling Going On In Amarillo?
Panhandling is a problem in Amarillo, but are there groups that work together?
5 Viruses Running Through Amarillo You Should Know About
A lot of people in Amarillo & Canyon have been getting sick. Here's what's got everyone ill.
Amarillo's Westgate Mall Losing Another Store Due to Bankruptcy
Walking around Westgate Mall I notice all of the stores. I think about what used to be there. Oh, I really miss The Disney Store. I remember taking my daughter to Justice. That was one of her favorite stores until she grew up.
Amarillo Pools Have Listened and Offer Pool Passes for First Time
Growing up I spent many days enjoying the city pools. Southwest Swimming Pool was the one where my mom would drop me and my sister off many days. We had so much fun. To this day certain songs I hear on the radio remind me of those days.
VIDEO: The Big Fight At The Big Texan
Viral moment with police officer and patron turns ugly
This Hidden Little Diner In Amarillo Is Exactly What You Need
This hidden little gem on 6th St should be discovered by everyone
Amarillo's Buc-ee's Location - Updated Construction Photos
Have you been by the new Buc-ee's location in Amarillo? If it's been a while you may be amazed how fast it is moving along. I saw a picture or two floating around social media recently so I had to go ahead and drive by.
Want a Job With Excitement? This Amarillo Job Could Be Yours
When it comes to jobs in Amarillo there are those you can go into knowing what your day will look like. You may have a meeting or two that interrupts your day. Other than that your job may seem like it's pretty boring. You do your work. You go home. You get a paycheck. You enjoy it.
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.
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.