Good Day
Amarillo
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NewsChannel 10 will launch its newest show, NewsChannel 10 Xtra, on all streaming platforms in March. Ali Allison will host the program weekdays at 10 a.m. and present local news, weather, and special segments on AI, agriculture, and sports. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm will host Little Farmer’s Playday on Monday, May 4 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for kids aged 1-4, featuring storytime, hands-on activities, and jump pad fun (admission is $8 per person for kids three and older). 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ The Amarillo City contest returns to invite K-12 students to create art emphasizing water conservation. Submissions are due May 31 for the 2027 calendar, which will select 13 winners eligible for a $1,000 gift card (and exclusive merchandise). NewsChannel 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Panhandle Greenhouses in Amarillo has served the Panhandle for 35 years; founder James Cathey (nearly 63) started the business in 1991 and now relies on family and returning staff to keep operations strong at 11900 S. Washington St. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ dd's Discounts opened at the corner of I-40 and Grand, replacing the former Big Lots. The store offers savings on clothes, home decor, and pet supplies for families. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ Today, Eddie Bauer closed its Amarillo store at Westgate Mall, leaving an empty storefront as the sign was removed; the company will shift to online sales while local shoppers adapt to the changes in retail options. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ JBS USA broke ground in Cactus on a $150 million expansion project that will add a new fabrication floor and beef room to boost production and job opportunities. Construction is set to finish early 2027 & the effort reinforces the company’s commitment to the local agriculture community. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ Jacket Potato is coming soon to the former Potato Factory location on Western. Toot’n Totum is behind the venture and has addressed past bathroom concerns with a humorous banner — noting refurbished restrooms — to reassure locals. NewsTalk 940 AM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Clara Sneed, author of two books about a longstanding Amarillo family feud, will speak about her new work 'Dust to Dust: Raising Ghosts and Writing Novels' at 7 p.m. on Mar. 4 at West Texas A&M University's Fine Arts Complex. Admission is free. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ Amarillo's Fillmore underpass, nicknamed Kiddie Car Hill, gives drivers a roller coaster thrill when hit at the right speed+ locals recall its quirky bump as a nostalgic reminder of the area's unique past. 96.9 KISS FM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Borger ISD hosted a parent meeting to present the 'Play It Safe' curriculum (Pre-K to 12) designed to help students learn how to stay safe from abuse. The session explained tailored lessons while allowing parents to opt in for their child's participation. NewsChannel 10
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Meteorological winter 2025-26 was the warmest on record in Amarillo after February’s average temperature reached 44.9°F (breaking a 1907 record) while the season recorded just 0.46 inches of rain, marking one of the driest winters in the Texas Panhandle. ABC 7 Amarillo
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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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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.
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