Good morning, Amarillo.

The Texas Panhandle Builders Association Home and Garden Show returns this weekend at Rex Baxter Building (3301 S.E.

10th Ave). The event runs Feb. 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Mar. 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., showcasing home improvement ideas and accepting donations for Amarillo Angels.

WWII veteran Charles Elliott will celebrate his 100th birthday on Wednesday, March 4 as Amarillo residents send birthday cards to honor his service.

The Veterans Land Board launched the 100 for 100 program — requesting 100 cards to support the decorated veteran at the Texas State Veterans Home.

Holiday World RV is set to construct a 36,149 sqft dealership and service center at 12050 SE 3rd Ave starting in March, with work projected to finish by April 2027 (the new site aims to offer more RV sales and service choices for local fans).

Jacket Potato is coming soon to the former Potato Factory location on Western, as Toot'n Totum launches its new venture with remodeled bathrooms & a playful banner that addresses past concerns.

Local residents can look forward to a fresh dining spot that celebrates Amarillo’s evolving food scene.

Over 50 local restaurants & food trucks will gather inside the Rex Baxter Building on March 5 from 5 to 9 p.m. for the 18th Annual Restaurant Round Up that features chef competition and culinary students supporting a local restaurant scholarship fund.

Bivins Elementary won its third consecutive Black History Bowl championship at the Maverick Boys + Girls Club event held this week, where about 650 students studied 300 Black history questions before competing with three other schools to celebrate cultural heritage.

Amarillo ISD will launch new virtual learning options for grades 6 to 12 in the school year 2027 to 28 to meet rising demand for flexible scheduling; the district received a $226,000 TEA grant to support accelerated & hybrid pathways and ensure quality instruction with accountability measures.

Amarillo private schools are facing high demand as hundreds of parents apply for limited spots through the new Texas Education Freedom Account program for the coming school year.

The lottery system will be set after the March 17 application deadline to allocate openings among eight certified schools (most with religious affiliation).

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is teaming up with several agencies to help landowners restore grasslands through its Panhandle Grassland Restoration Incentive Program — applications open March 27 in many Panhandle counties facing habitat loss.

Harlem Globetrotters will perform at the Amarillo Civic Center on April 1 at 7 pm, celebrating their 100th anniversary with new jerseys and special merchandise + tickets are on sale now.

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.

Jesus Journey Challenge

2:50-6:20 p.m. — High Plains Retreat Center — Registration fees apply — Experience a physical journey through the life of Jesus with team-based challenges.