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Saturday, February 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Thomas E. Creek VA Medical Center commemorated Lance Corporal Thomas E. Creek, the youngest Texan awarded the Medal of Honor for his valor in Vietnam, with a ceremony attended by family, veterans, and dignitaries. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ Kylor Williams was named the 2024 Firefighter of the Year by Amarillo Rotary South, recognizing his dedicated service in the Amarillo Fire Department for 11 years, significant volunteer efforts, and commitment to enhancing community unity and mentorship. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ The City of Amarillo Animal Management and Welfare is alerting residents to be cautious of scams where individuals falsely claim to have found their missing pets, demanding payment through cash apps for their return. ABC 7 Amarillo
- ➤ United Supermarkets and Rainier Fruit's 'Apples & Pears on a Mission' initiative donated 1,000 pairs of socks to the Salvation Army of Amarillo, contributing to a total of 5,000 pairs across Texas organizations. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ The Panhandle Angels Foundation is offering financial and emotional support to Kayla Price and her son Devin, who is battling a rare stage 3 glioma, significantly alleviating their struggles. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ Amarillo's Bridge Children’s Advocacy Center emphasizes the importance of teaching children about healthy relationships and being vigilant for signs of grooming, especially around Valentine's Day. NewsChannel 10
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An early morning fire at a River Rd. strip center in Amarillo displaced two people and a dog, with the Amarillo Fire Department and Red Cross responding, but no injuries were reported. NewsChannel 10
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ While JOANN Fabrics and Crafts is closing over 500 stores nationwide due to economic challenges, the Amarillo, Texas location remains open, avoiding the fate of 17 other Texas stores slated for closure. 96.9 KISS FM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Coffee Memorial Blood Center is facing an emergency blood shortage, with Executive Director Brad Duggan calling for donations. KGNC
SHOP NEWS
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