Wednesday, March 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Amarillo Police Department has intensified DUI enforcement during Spring Break to enhance public safety and deter impaired driving. KGNC
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau of the Texas Panhandle is hosting a free seminar at the Amarillo Public Library to educate on preventing identity theft and handling scams. NewsChannel 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo Police Department warns of a new scam where cybercriminals offer a fake free video game, 'PirateFi', to distribute malware and steal personal information. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ The Amarillo Police Department is investigating a case where a woman's body, wrapped in plastic, was discovered in an alley and an autopsy has been ordered. NewsChannel 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Price is Right Live will be at the Amarillo Civic Center Complex this Friday, offering audience members the chance to play games and win prizes. NewsChannel 10
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Airlines announced they will start charging for checked baggage for most passengers from May 28, affecting flight costs from Rick Husband International Airport in Amarillo. NewsTalk 940 AM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Xcel Energy implemented a Public Safety Power Shut-Off program as a last-resort measure to prevent wildfires, enhancing their grid's resilience through various mitigation strategies across their service areas. Amarillo Tribune
SHOP NEWS
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Grant Writing Workshop in Amarillo, TX
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American Journey Opera Performance
7 PM - 7 PM | Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts | Ticket information available | Experience a captivating opera journey with acclaimed talents and innovative compositions.
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TPBA Home & Garden Show
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Virtual Senior Living Awards Tour
9 AM - 7 PM | The Moore at Park Central | Free entry | Explore and celebrate top-rated senior living communities and their exceptional services.
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Dallas Safari Club Texas Panhandle Chapter Fundraising Banquet
8 PM – 12 AM — Amarillo Civic Center Complex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of fundraising with a focus on wildlife conservation and education.
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West Texas Ranch Rodeo
12 AM-11 PM — Amarillo National Center — Admission varies — Experience the thrill of ranching skills with bronc riding, cattle sorting, and branding competitions.
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