Good morning, Amarillo.

Residents across the Panhandle can get help with utility bills at Amarillo Civic Center—featuring a senior session today from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and public sessions tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.; bring a valid photo ID and utility bill.

Crews are containing a 15-acre grass fire near NW 5th and North Hughes as North Heights High School was evacuated and roads including Amarillo Boulevard from Hughes to McMasters have been closed while two structures sustained damage and Xcel Energy restored power after de-energizing lines.

Batteries Plus at I-40 and Paramount is being demolished after a semi-truck accident in March 2025 damaged the building; K3 Construction is leading the teardown, with work expected to be finished by next week as a full rebuild is planned.

Pizza Hut is planning to close over 250 stores nationwide and one of its eight Amarillo locations might close as sales fell last quarter (holiday spending shifted consumer habits), with no official confirmation yet.

A new dessert lounge, Sweet Boba Tea and Dessert Lounge, is remodeling an existing building at 888 Town Square Blvd to serve boba tea and dessert treats, with construction starting this month and scheduled to finish in April (address details may vary).

The Texas Panhandle War Memorial Center unveiled a permanent exhibit honoring local hero Cleatus Lebow and the crew of the USS Indianapolis on Saturday, Feb.

7. The exhibit, timed to coincide with Lebow’s birthday (Feb. 8), features memorabilia donated by his family.

Amarillo's Don Harrington Discovery Center will launch the 'Dinosaurs in Motion' exhibit on Sunday, Feb.

15, as part of three new dinosaur displays celebrating its 50th anniversary. Families can explore prehistoric wonders & engage in hands-on activities that bring ancient worlds to life.

Don Harrington Discovery Center will host ‘Off to Space’ camps for children ages 4 to 11 on Presidents’ Day, offering full-day and half-day sessions with hands-on science learning plus discounted care options.

Registration is open now as spots are limited.

West Texas A&M University reported that spring enrollment reached a six‐year high with 960 freshmen, the highest in a decade (over 90% of fall students returned) on the 12th class day Feb.

6.

Travelers in the Texas Panhandle can sign up for TSA PreCheck at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport from March 24 to 27.

Appointments run daily (9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.) with a $76.75 fee for a five-year membership.

Amarillo is launching a six-month Ride-Share Voucher Pilot Program that provides $1 curb-to-curb rides for non-emergency trips like medical appointments and shopping starting Monday, Feb.

16 (riders must schedule rides 24 hours in advance and complete an eligibility screening with transit).

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.

Conjunto Relincho & Los Villalobos Concert

9-11 p.m. — Hacienda Las Flores Event Center — Cost information not provided — Enjoy live performances by Conjunto Relincho and Los Villalobos in a vibrant atmosphere.