Friday, January 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo Police Department initiates 'Coffee with Cops' sessions to foster community relationships and open communication between residents and law enforcement. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ Tremaine Brown, owner of Shi Lee's BBQ and Soul Food in Amarillo, wins the 7 Brew National Hero of the Year award and a $10,000 check for his extensive community service. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ Amarillo Habitat for Humanity presented a new home to the Way family, refugees from Burma, marking their 121st home project, symbolizing community support and the family's hard work towards stable homeownership. Amarillo Globe-News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A significant fire near downtown Amarillo resulted in $170,000 in damages, with no injuries reported, as firefighters worked to control the blaze; the cause is under investigation. ABC 7 Amarillo
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo police use license plate readers primarily for tracking stolen vehicles, aiding in missing children cases, and solving crimes, addressing privacy concerns by not tracking all movements and limiting data retention. NewsTalk 940 AM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Amarillo Sod Poodles are inviting individuals to audition on March 8th for a chance to sing the national anthem or 'God Bless America' at their 2025 season games. NewsTalk 940 AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo, Texas, allocates over half a million dollars in federal and city funds to the 2025 Safer Streets for Schools Project, aiming to enhance safety near five schools with temporary measures to be evaluated for effectiveness. NewsChannel 10
SHOP NEWS
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Live Concert: The Powell Brothers
The Powell Brothers will be performing live at The Western Horseman Club in Amarillo.
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Jordan World Circus - Family Fun Entertainment
The Jordan World Circus offers a thrilling two-hour performance featuring exciting acts suitable for audiences of all ages.
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Gary Nix & West!texas Concert
Enjoy a night of great food and dancing featuring Gary Nix, a seasoned musician with roots in Arkansas, at The Western Horseman Club in Amarillo.
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Jackpot Jamboree - Ascension Academy
Roll the Dice on a lucky night filled with live and silent auctions, raffles, drink tickets, heavy hors d'oeuvres, music & entertainment, and Casino-style stations complete with dealers!
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