Good Day
Amarillo
Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Carrie has closed the local Just Between Friends consignment sale after seven years and 21 events at the Civic Center. Families have long relied on the sale for affordable kids' supplies and community connections, and its end will leave a notable gap in Amarillo. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ Amarillo hosts its 2nd annual Brick Convention of LEGO today and Sunday at the North Exhibit Hall in the Civic Center Complex, where fans can build, trade, and support a charity ensuring kids have Lego sets to enjoy. ABC 7 Amarillo
- ➤ Xcel Energy addressed concerns raised by the Lonestar Eleven Coalition about aging utility poles in Amarillo. The company said its poll replacement program and third-party inspections help keep poles safe + decisions follow strict engineering standards. ABC 7 Amarillo
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Marine Corps Osprey faced icing issues Friday over the Panhandle and aborted an in-flight refueling before making an emergency landing at Tradewinds airport in Amarillo — the crew planned to continue to California Saturday morning. ABC 7 Amarillo
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Goodwill Industries of Northwest Texas is holding a job fair at 1904 Bell Street in Amarillo on Tuesday, Jan. 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Candidates can apply for retail roles as the nonprofit expands staffing for its new store (2271 SE 27th Ave) opening in March. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ Amarillo saw several new restaurants and stores open last year while longtime favorites closed, and new construction along with updated roads changed how residents get around (showing steady progress in our community). NewsTalk 940 AM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Lau Romero will lead the Great Books discussion of Julio Cortázar's 'House Taken Over' at Burrowing Owl Books in Wolflin Square on Tuesday, Jan. 13 at 7:00 p.m. WT also will host a Burrowing Owl Poetry Circle meeting on Thursday, Jan. 29 at 6:00 p.m. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ The Panhandle Plains Historical Museum closed after a fire inspection found 149 violations and West Texas A&M’s president gave the Historical Society until Feb. 1 to plan for artifact removal. Former employee Lisa Jackson set up a Facebook group + GoFundMe campaign and plans a rally outside the museum on Jan. 17. ABC 7 Amarillo
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Caprock Canyons State Park and Trailway is now designated as an International Dark Sky Park—one of five in Texas—after meeting strict lighting and stewardship criteria. The park offers 90 miles of trails, habitats for bison, and bat sightings in Clarity Tunnel. NewsChannel 10
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo residents shared feedback on local banks and credit unions, identifying a top list trusted for customer service + community support. The guide highlights options like Amarillo National Bank where money remains in the local community. NewsTalk 940 AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After a Potter County judge ordered Sharpened Iron Studios to vacate the college property in December, Amarillo College released a statement noting that the studio had requested extra time to move. A hearing on the eviction is scheduled on Jan. 20. NewsChannel 10
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo Parks and Recreation is hosting a three-day mini sports camp for toddlers (ages 3 to 5) at Warford Activity Center from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Jan. 14, 15 and 16 where children can try soccer, basketball and T-ball; registration closes Jan. 14. NewsTalk 940 AM
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20th Anniversary Celebration of the GNC
7:30 p.m. — Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate two decades of culture with a thrilling symphonic performance featuring Rodrigo and Bruckner.
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Fellowship of the Ring Film Screening
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Cinemark Amarillo Hollywood 16 and XD — Ticket prices vary — Gather with fellow fans for a pre-screening meetup and coffee before enjoying Fellowship of the Ring.
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Frozen Feet Challenge 2026
8:30 AM – 2:30 PM — Get Fit — Registration required — Embrace the winter chill with an outdoor fitness challenge designed for spirited participants.
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