Good morning, Amarillo.

Meals on Wheels of Amarillo announced its annual Geranium Sale, accepting orders until March 27 with pickup on May 9.

The program offers potted plants and baskets in various colors and supports local seniors and pet owners by providing meals and daily safety checks to homebound citizens.

Tickets are on sale for The Bridge’s fundraiser on March 24 at Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown, with $200 main event tickets and $50 VIP tickets that include a photo with Hall of Fame catcher Ivan + live auctions and food to benefit child services for Texas Panhandle kids.

On Wednesday, March 4, retired fire captain and WWII veteran Charles Elliott turned 100 when the Amarillo community surprised him with over 5,000 birthday cards, far more than his goal of 100.

Meals on Wheels of Amarillo has announced its annual geranium sale with a range of 6-inch potted plants, 10-inch hanging baskets, and 12-inch greenery baskets to help fund meals for over 350 seniors.

Residents can order until March 27 — pickup is on Saturday, May 9.

Local relief groups including the Red Cross and 2-1-1 helped wildfire victims from the recent Lavender and 8 Ball fires by providing shelter, food and clothing today.

The efforts also included donations via the Panhandle Disaster Relief Fund (supporting both residents and first responders).

Old Tascosa Brewing Company will host a one-day art show — Images from the Mother Road — on Saturday, Mar.

7 at 3100 DW 6th Ave from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., featuring Route 66 photography by Craig Kilgore and gallery talks starting at 5 p.m.

The Amarillo branch of the NAACP will hold its second town hall meeting on education issues on Thursday, Mar.

12 at St. John Baptist Church, with Rev. Anthony Harris presenting on population issues, district transfers, enrollment challenges and school consolidation. Residents may submit written questions before a panel discussion addresses their concerns.

Texas Mutual awarded a $100,000 grant to Amarillo College to support its ongoing Safety and Environmental Technology Program; the check was presented on Tuesday, March 3 at Innovation Outpost on the campus — marking the 11th consecutive year of support.

Amarillo High School 10th-grader Alessandro Dieguez was named one of 15 statewide winners for the Butler Texas Young Masters program for musical theater, receiving $5,000 a year over two years and will be recognized on April 13 at ZACH Theatre in Austin.

TxDOT will begin a $17 million project to upgrade eight highway bridges next Monday, March 9, with Ragle Construction working on the I-40 and Spur 228 bridges in Potter County & other sites, and the work is set to finish by the end of 2029.

The Wesley Community Center and WT Laura and Joe Street School of Nursing are hosting a free health fair tomorrow at the Wesley Community Center Gymnasium (1615 S.

Roberts). The event includes free haircuts, health screenings, food, and kids physicals from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Experts at the University of Texas at Arlington warn that losing an hour Sunday may cause sleep loss and health risks like heart problems (and could lead to more car accidents) so people should adjust their sleep schedules ahead of time.

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.

Treasure & Mineral Show

5-9 p.m. on Friday & 2-?? p.m. on Saturday — Green Tree Village Apartments — Free admission — Discover gems and minerals at this family-friendly event hosted by the Golden Spread Gem, Mineral & Treasure Society.