Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of February.
Good morning, Amarillo.
Residents at Asher Point voted for a bluebonnet-themed Quarter Horse statue to celebrate Texas pride; artist Gary Ward created the design, and the statue will soon be installed at the Asher Point Independent Living property.
Paint Rock Coffee opened its fourth location on Bell Street at the Shops of Bell today.
The inviting cafe features hand-painted murals, in-house pastries, and signature drinks with a drive-thru coming soon + online ordering for added ease.
Pondaseta Brewing Co. launched its new beer, Address UnAvailable (promoted with a Guy Fieri lookalike) at its remodeled second location in Canyon, inviting locals to enjoy craft beer and pizza.
The Barfield will host a Galentine's Day Bookfair at the Paramount Recreation Club (inside The Barfield) on Wednesday, Feb.
11 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. for $15, which includes a cocktail and take-home gift and offers a chance to win a one-night stay by donating gently-used children's books.
Amarillo drivers now pay $2.35 per gallon for gas - lower than the state average - but prices may rise after an Arctic storm from Jan.
23 to Jan. 26 disrupted refineries, reducing supply as production recovers.
Amarillo schools close on Friday, Feb.
13 and Monday, Feb. 16 for a four-day weekend while the Don Harrington Discovery Center hosts a space-themed Day Camp offering half-day+full-day options for parents.
Tascosa High School’s iconic horse statue, which was cracked when moved during paving (repaired by Yearbook staff), is set to return to its post outside, pending good weather (thanks to Mullins, Hoard, and Brown LLP’s gift).
Amarillo offers a range of Valentine’s Day events this Saturday.
Options include romantic dinners with prix fixe menus and creative activities like movie screenings (and more) across the city, with reservations recommended as spaces fill up fast.
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.
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.
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.
Beginner All Gel Class - Amarillo, Texas
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Holiday Inn Express & Suites Amarillo by IHG — Registration required — Dive into the exciting world of gel nails with hands-on instruction and techniques.
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