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Amarillo
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 42nd Tri-State Chili Cookoff at the Rex Baxter Building raised about $30,000 for Make-A-Wish, drawing over 1,000 attendees and hosting 118 entries (a long-standing community tradition) to support local children and families. Amarillo Globe-News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Potter County officials leased a lot next to the Santa Fe building to Duos Edge AI for $18,000 per year; the new data center (designed to securely store data for schools, hospitals and private entities) is expected to be operational by the end of March. NewsChannel 10
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ After Tyson’s layoffs affected 1,761 workers, Workforce Solutions held a job fair at the Amarillo Civic Center to connect job seekers with 60 local employers — including Phillips 66 looking for skilled technicians — and community members offered support, urging workers to register at workintexas.com. ABC 7 Amarillo
- ➤ After a winter storm dropped 4 inches of snow over four days, several local businesses closed their doors or experienced slower business due to safety concerns. Residents are urged to shop local and order takeout to help keep the economy strong today. 96.9 KISS FM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo schools will close Friday, Feb. 13 and Monday, Feb. 16, giving families a 4-day weekend, and the Don Harrington Discovery Center will host a space-themed day camp offering half-day & full-day care with flexible drop-off and pick-up options; kids can also visit a new dinosaur exhibit opening Sunday. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ Some school districts are delaying or closing classes today after the weekend winter storm. Families should check with local schools for updated schedules. ABC 7 Amarillo
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wheat producers in Oldham County got three inches of snow today to ease dry conditions, though experts say more wet snowfall or rain is needed to boost soil moisture for spring grazing. ABC 7 Amarillo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Potter County commissioners approved a lease for Duos Edge AI to operate a small data center near the Santa Fe Building, which will generate about $18,000 a year and boost local internet security. The facility is expected to be operational in one to two months. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ Following a Jan. 21 ruling, Sharpened Iron Studios was ordered to vacate Amarillo College’s downtown facilities at 1314 S. Polk St. and South Tyler Street. The firm began removing equipment on Jan. 26 while Amarillo College plans to review the properties for future use. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ The Amarillo College Board of Regents will hold a special workshop meeting at 10:45 a.m. today at the College Union Building (Washington Street Campus) to host an Aspen Presidents and Trustees Association Collaborative Workshop via Zoom for discussion only with time for public comments. KGNC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Coffee Memorial is calling on O-negative donors to schedule an appointment after winter weather cancelled many local blood drives + the shortage could affect care for patients needing trauma and cancer treatments. NewsChannel 10
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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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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
6:30-7:45 p.m. — Amarillo Little Theatre — $27.60 — Experience a magical evening of music by Coldplay and Imagine Dragons under candlelight.
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Monday Game Group at United Supermarket
7-11 p.m. — United Supermarkets — Free entry — Engage with local board gaming enthusiasts in a friendly atmosphere and learn new games together.
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Makeup Blowout Sale in Amarillo
10 AM - 5 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown — Free entrance — Enjoy up to 75% off on makeup, skincare, and hair care during this annual sale event.
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