Thursday, February 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo city officials and community members rallied at a Homeless Resource Fair at the Amarillo Civic Center to offer housing, healthcare, and essential services support to unsheltered residents. ABC 7 Amarillo
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Canyon ISD school bus carrying students was hit by a semi-truck that ran a red light, leading to safety concerns and discussions on the necessity of seatbelts on buses, though no life-threatening injuries were reported. NewsTalk 940 AM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A piece of land on Olsen Blvd in Amarillo, Texas has been sold to a local investor, sparking speculation about potential future businesses. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ Xcel Energy is set to construct new high-voltage power lines in Texas and New Mexico to boost electric reliability and support regional economic growth. ABC 7 Amarillo
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo has been named the best city in Texas for retirees, offering affordable living, a vibrant arts scene, and ample outdoor activities. 96.9 KISS FM
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo's baseball team, the Sod Poodles, will adopt a new alternate identity as the Yellow City Pigweeds, featuring a unique logo with a pig in cowboy attire and a tumbleweed. 96.9 KISS FM
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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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