Good Day
Amarillo
Monday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rylee Jo (aged 12) and her dad, Steven, will host the 5th Annual Braggin' Rights Car Show on Saturday, Mar. 21 at Happy State Bank Event Center to support Special Olympics. The free event offers cars, vendors and food trucks for family fun. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ The City of Amarillo has announced Every Drop Counts, a water conservation-themed art contest for K-12 students that offers prizes (including a $1,000 gift card and exclusive merchandise) and a spot in the city calendar. Families can check registration details now to join this creative celebration. NewsTalk 940 AM
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A wildfire burning in Oldham County has forced the closure of US 385 from Vega city limits to RM 1061 as TxDOT Amarillo advises motorists to avoid the area. ABC 7 Amarillo
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fermi America in Amarillo announced Friday it will file an additional 5GW Clean Air Permit for its Project Matador campus – a move that will boost capacity to 17GW using clean natural gas, nuclear, solar and battery sources to meet rising demand from advanced computing and manufacturing. ABC 7 Amarillo
- ➤ Yellow City Parties has opened its second location at 1942 Civic Circle in Wolflin Square, giving families in Amarillo a new spot to host birthday parties with themed activities + stress-free cleanup. The expansion builds on its first venue at 3213 S Western. NewsTalk 940 AM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sunday winds kept the Corner Pocket Fire active in Donley County, leaving burned terrain and trees visible across the Texas Panhandle. Amarillo Globe-News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo locals have shared their favorite steakhouses, listing the top ten spots to enjoy fresh, perfectly seasoned cuts (a nod to our cattle country heritage) where a classic steak stands alone without overcooking. NewsTalk 940 AM
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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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