Good morning, Amarillo.

Sincerely, Flowers celebrated its first anniversary today by hosting a free flower bar that encouraged donations to Bridging the Gaps (a nonprofit helping the homeless); 400 locals attended, the shop donated $25,000 in flowers and raised about $3,000.

A fundraiser is scheduled for April 18 at Shark Beach.

Tickets are on sale for Amarillo Lincoln Reagan Dinner featuring Dr. Ben Carson and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick on Saturday, Feb.

7 at Amarillo Civic Center Heritage Room, where doors open at 5 p.m. for social time and a prime rib dinner by The Big Texan at 6 p.m.

Opportunity School is fundraising with a Valentine cookie sale where 100% of sales benefit its children and families.

The school is offering two dozen thumbprint cookies in a decorative box for $25 with orders due by Feb. 6 and delivery scheduled for Feb. 13 in Amarillo and Canyon.

Crews are on scene battling a fire south of Fritch on Highway 136 & have halted its forward progression with help from several agencies.

Sweet Boba Tea and Dessert Lounge is set to begin remodeling in Town Square Village this month, with work expected to finish in April for an estimated $100,000.

The new spot will serve boba tea + desserts to meet Amarillo residents’ demand for fresh flavors.

Residents voted on a design for Amarillo’s newest painted quarter horse statue, and artist Gary Ward painted it with a bluebonnet theme for Asher Point Independent Living (a local senior center) where it will soon stand as a community landmark.

WTAMU Theatre is reimagining Pride and Prejudice with a modern twist in a production set for Feb.

6-7 at 7:30 p.m., with additional performances on Feb. 8, Feb. 12-14 at 7:30 p.m., and Feb. 15 at 2:30 p.m. at the Happy State Bank Studio Theatre on campus.

Bonham Middle School won the Pantex Regional Science Bowl (held on Jan.

31 at AmTech Career Academy) earning $1,000 and an all-expenses-paid trip to the national competition in Washington, D.C. The win marked a return to top form after a second-place finish last year.

Amarillo installs its first Safe Haven Baby Box at Fire Station #9 (2015 Paramount Blvd) to offer a safe way for parents to surrender newborns in crisis.

A dedication ceremony is scheduled for tomorrow, Feb. 4 at 1 p.m.

Texas Health and Human Services released its 2024 report on maternal depression, mortality, & morbidity in December.

Local obstetrics expert Dr. Teresa Baker said two pregnancy-related deaths occurred in the past five years and local programs like Vibrant Moms are expanding prenatal care; more coverage will follow later this week.

Panhandle Community Services received a grant from the Hogg Foundation to strengthen local mental health outreach programs in the rural Panhandle, including counties (Dallam, Hutchinson, and Ochiltree).

The funding will support a coalition of organizations to address the mental health shortage.

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.

VOLUME 1 Launch Party

6-9 p.m. — Amarillo Club — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of The Scout Guide and enjoy local bites and DJ entertainment.