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Amarillo
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After a banking scam drained its funds to $200 during plans for a new air conditioning system, Amarillo Magic Co is calling on the community to support upcoming shows while it works with its bank to address the loss. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ Get Fit opened its new Greenways Village store on Feb. 14 with a Love ON the Run event offering running shoes and apparel for all. The store is now open Monday–Friday 10 am–6 pm and Saturday 10 am–5 pm. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ Wonderland Park is hosting a job fair to hire workers for the 2026 season as part of its 75th anniversary and new ownership changes. The event is on Saturday, March 7, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. (at the park’s Northwest Entrance near the Mouse Trap). 96.9 KISS FM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chairman Jay Barrett held a Friday press conference where he said a forensic audit found no missing money and confirmed Amarillo College’s solid fiscal condition despite oversight issues. He said new multi-level controls are planned (including a possible internal auditor) ahead of the Board meeting on Feb. 24. ABC 7 Amarillo
- ➤ Randall County Master Gardeners will host a free one-day expo on Saturday, Feb. 28 at George Washington Carver Elementary Academy, offering classes on seed starting, tomatoes, homesteading and edible landscaping to help Amarillo residents overcome Texas Panhandle gardening challenges + learn practical techniques. NewsTalk 940 AM
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The growing AI caricature trend may expose personal identity details when users share their photos online, potentially aiding scam operations; experts advise using less clear images and removing metadata (a precaution for families in Amarillo) to protect privacy. 96.9 KISS FM
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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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