Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
Good morning, Amarillo.
🏘️ Community
Amarillo Children’s Home received a $40,000 grant from Parkhill to purchase a new 12-passenger van for transporting children to school+appointments and extracurricular activities.
John Forbis said the van helps ensure the kids access essential care and services.
A new prepaid parking program was announced Tuesday in the long-term area at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport.
Travelers can reserve parking spots online and call Laz Parking (806 335 1921) for more details.
💼 Business
Texas Steak Express on Kentucky Street closed permanently after thirteen and a half years due to economic conditions + left a farewell note on its door.
Its hidden location near Market Street may have limited business.
Texas Steak Express on Kentucky Street closed permanently after 13.5 years due to tough economic conditions & low customer turnout.
The restaurant left a farewell note on its door over the recent weekend, leaving local steak lovers disappointed.
A new Asian fusion and sushi restaurant named Mu Lan will open soon in a building on 45th Ave (formerly home to various eateries) owned by a Midland-based company that also runs Sushi Nami in Lubbock.
The venue aims to refresh the local dining scene.
DoorDash halted service in Amarillo last Friday at 7 p.m. amid snowstorms that led to early restaurant closures, prompting driver frustration.
The service resumed Sunday evening with a new pilot inclement weather fee + a six-dollar per order promotion.
Yellow City Street Food received an In-N-Out trademark cease+desist that required it to rename its Animal Fries; the eatery rebranded the dish as Tiger Style Fries effective Jan.
1 and invites locals at 2916 Wolflin Ave to try the new menu item.
🎭 Culture
The Don Harrington Discovery Center will mark its 50th anniversary with Mixology on Friday, Feb.
27 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., offering an open bar, food tastings from local vendors, and poker games at the Amarillo Social Club + Tabletop Tavern.
🎓 Education
Amarillo-area students swept county spelling bees in Potter and Randall counties on Jan.
30 and last week + top finishers advanced to regional competitions later this month.
UIL realignment has updated district alignments for Panhandle high school sports after schools submitted their enrollment figures late last year.
The new districts affect football, basketball and volleyball teams and set the 2026-2028 cycle for schools in the Amarillo area.
🏥 Health
Officials reported that dozens of migrating birds died at McDonald Lake on Sunday due to suspected avian influenza.
Amarillo Public Health and Animal Management are testing the birds and advising residents to avoid contact with sick or dead birds (safety measures recommended).
🎉 Amarillo Events
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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.
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.
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