Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.
Good morning, Amarillo.
Museum leaders answered public questions at a town hall meeting at Cole Community Center in Canyon on Feb.
12. They said plans aim to keep Pioneer Hall in place while moving other sections may be needed + experts will help ensure artifacts are handled with care.
Residents at The Legacy at Town Square recalled decades of love during a Valentine’s-themed event held on Thursday, Feb.
12, where a recommitment ceremony led by Reverend Ashley Winger brought couples together to share memories and heartfelt promises.
The High Plains Dairy Conference will be held at the Embassy Suites in Amarillo on March 4-5, 2026.
Over 300 experts from across the nation will discuss economic, operational, and environmental topics with a focus on cow health & water scarcity.
Hud's in Amarillo introduced a new Family Style Chicken Tender Meal that feeds six for $23.99 with crispy chicken tenders, Texas toast, fries, okra, and gravy starting Friday & details on their social media.
The 5th annual Texas Route 66 Motor Tour will run from Oct.
1 through 3, drawing global visitors to celebrate the historic Mother Road in Amarillo. Registration costs are $66 per adult and $33 per child (spots remain available).
At a town hall meeting in Canyon, museum leaders discussed whether the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum will remain in its current home with exhibits on West Texas A&M University’s campus (alternative options including a move to Amarillo are still under review).
A plan will be shared by June to address funding and relocation details.
Bishop Patrick J. Zurek retired after 19 years of service, and Cardinal Daniel DiNardo was named Apostolic Administrator for the Diocese when the Vatican accepted his retirement on Friday, Feb.
13 — marking a significant new chapter in Amarillo’s church leadership.
The Don Harrington Discovery Center will launch the Dinosaurs in Motion exhibit featuring 14 interactive, life-sized metal dinosaur sculptures on Feb.
15 — the exhibit will run until May 10.
More than 11,000 Region 16 full-time employees + their spouses and dependents are eligible for half-off tuition and fees at West Texas A&M University under an expanded WT Excellence Initiative.
Qualified participants may enroll for the summer semester.
Texas A&M Forest Service approved an extra $14M in grants on Friday to help local volunteer fire departments cover PPE and training needs.
The funding, part of a $192M state appropriation approved by the legislature, aims to clear a backlog of requests submitted before November (2024).
Rick Husband International Airport will host a TSA PreCheck enrollment event from March 24-27 (9 am to 5 pm each day with a noon lunch break) to help travelers move faster through security lines, with Known Traveler Numbers available in three to five days.
TxDOT will host a virtual meeting for Amarillo residents to offer feedback on bicycle mobility improvements starting Tuesday, Feb.
17 at 5 p.m. Public comments will be accepted until March 17 (11:59 p.m.).
Borger Fire Department’s EMS took over City of Stinnett operations last Thursday after its EMS director resigned, leaving the city only five days to name a replacement.
The service will provide 24-hour response starting in July (with a possible slight delay in response times).
TTUHSC doctor Brian Weis urges Amarillo residents to get regular STD testing as Valentine’s Day sparks safe sex talks amid rising gonorrhea and chlamydia cases (CDC data shows the city ranks 47th nationwide) and warns that untreated infections can cause severe complications in women.
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.
Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — O.H.M.S. Cafe & Bar — Tickets required — Celebrate an early St. Patrick's Day with games, contests, and plenty of green-themed fun in Amarillo.
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