Good Day
Amarillo
Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Evalett, an 8-year-old battling leukemia, was honored with a surprise drive-by birthday parade organized by her mother, Lydia Mendoza, as hundreds + including first responders lined the streets with balloons and signs to show community support. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ Bomb City Young Marines is hosting a brisket dinner fundraiser Mar. 28 in Amarillo that offers a full homestyle plate for $12, with veterans eating for free to honor their service. The event supports youth leadership and discipline and invites local businesses to sponsor by donating supplies or funds. NewsTalk 940 AM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A cold front is set to sweep through Amarillo today, bringing blowing dust plus gusts up to 65 mph and dropping temperatures into the 40s by late afternoon. Residents should secure outdoor items and exercise caution on highways as red flag warnings remain in effect. ABC 7 Amarillo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT Amarillo announced lane closures on Wednesday, Mar. 18 for patching operations on westbound I-40 at Paramount Boulevard from 9 a.m. to noon. Drivers should also expect lane and shoulder closures on north State Loop (SL) 335 at US 87, I-40 frontage roads, and at the I-27/I-40 interchange for maintenance. ABC 7 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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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.
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2026 Spring Amarillo Job Fair
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Amarillo Civic Center Complex — Free entry — Connect with 80 to 100 employers and explore a variety of job opportunities face-to-face.
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