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Winter weather finally hits the Texas Panhandle Friday with snow and a sharp temperature drop.

New year, new scratch-offs in Texas. 10 million-dollar prizes just hit stores statewide.

An Amarillo collectible vending machine is for sale with a lease in place and profits potentially reaching $3K a month.

18,000 books is the goal for Storybridge’s Dream & Donate drive, helping kids read by kindergarten. Amarillo topped 18,400 last year. Donate Jan. 16 or Jan. 19.

Amarillo is saying goodbye to the Just Between Friends consignment sale. For nearly a decade, JBF served as a "cool club" where families could recoup costs on outgrown items and buy needed supplies at a discount.

Amarillo is getting a new toddler-friendly destination: Sweet Times Villages. Owner Melanie Jackson recently shared that the "mom lounge/kids' cafe" will feature eight playhouses, a baby area, an indoor road for Little Tikes cars, and eventually a soda bar. An opening date is coming soon!

Winter weather hits Amarillo just in time for the Jan 10 Make-A-Wish Chili Cook Off.

Amarillo blood supply drops 50%, forcing 400+ O-blood units imported. Local donors urgently needed.

Two Amarillo pools face permanent closure in 2026, potentially reducing summer swim sites while talks begin on a new aquatic center.

Beat the January chill at Amarillo Parks and Recreation’s Inflatable Fest! On Jan 17, from 1–6 pm, the Warford Activity Center hosts bounce houses and indoor swimming with a special inflatable.

Amarillo's dining landscape continues to shift as Chicken Express at I-40 and Grand permanently closed on Christmas Eve. This brings the city down to just three locations. While the timing was tough for employees, fans can still find their favorite chicken and tea at the remaining three spots.

Tulia Hornets football begins a head coach search after Fred Jordan resigns Jan 6, and a 2026 UIL realignment drop to Class 2A Division I could boost competitiveness and spark a Panhandle rebuild.

Amarillo is down to its final Denny's location. Following the 2024 closure of the Georgia Street site, the Denny's at Exit 76 (Flying J/Airport Blvd) has permanently closed due to rising rent and declining profits

DoorDash just added a post-delivery rating feature, and drivers are already using it to call out low pay.

Amarillo flu outbreak, new virus strain, winter illness surge, and dry air health effects are making symptoms last longer and feel worse than normal flu.

Amarillo’s Lego convention returns with rare sets, plus a dedicated trading card show with 100+ tables.

Amarillo Parks and Recreation is offering a Mini Sports Camp for children ages 3 to 5 at the Warford Activity Center. From January 14–16, kids can try basketball, soccer, and T-ball for just $35. It’s a low-commitment way to see which sport your child enjoys before signing up for a full season.

H.R. Flowers and Gifts, a Canyon staple for 50 years, is closing as owner Glenda Moore announces her retirement. The business is currently for sale and must be moved to a new location. A final inventory and fixture sale will run until February 22nd, following one last Valentine's Day season.

Amarillo I-40 semitruck crash into Batteries Plus still sits unresolved 9 months later as insurance, rebuilding, and legal questions linger.

Explore City of Amarillo full-time, part-time, and career roles at the free 2026 City Hall job fair.

Many people who move away from Amarillo eventually return, often citing family ties or a desire for familiar comfort. While job opportunities or bigger cities initially draw them away, returnees often realize they miss what Amarillo has to offer.

Amarillo has seen continuous growth over the past year, marked by new business openings and physical changes like road updates.

USA Today projects Amarillo to lead U.S. midsize cities in 2026 economic growth, driven by manufacturing, affordability, and job creation.

South Tree Shopping Center lost major stores but will gain a new tenant in the former Market 33 space boosting Amarillo retail and community renewal.