Good Day
Amarillo
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo drivers have identified the city's most frustrating intersections due to mistimed lights, construction delays, and heavy traffic. A gallery of the top 10 troublesome spots (shared by local commuters) shows the daily challenges affecting travel. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ Amarillo churches are hosting Easter services throughout Holy Week (Palm Sunday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday) that bring messages of hope and renewal. Several local egg hunts are also planned for families. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ Amarillo’s 14 splash pads will open on May 9 (Mother’s Day weekend) despite the record heat in March, so residents will rely on garden hoses or backyard pools until then. 96.9 KISS FM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ America's Best Restaurants filmed a segment at Over-Eze when the crew visited the Amarillo breakfast spot on Thursday, Feb. 26 to capture its signature dishes and story. The episode is part of a paid partnership that highlights local food and culture, with air date pending. 96.9 KISS FM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Teachers on the Rise program honored three Amarillo ISD educators, Jessica Hernandez, Ronnie Hamilton and Abbie Chapmond, with gift cards from United and Amazon and a basket of goodies. Students who nominate a teacher earn a $50 American Express card. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ The RANGE has opened applications for its Horizons Workforce Development program aimed at preparing local job seekers aged 17 and older for career opportunities in the Panhandle. Applicants will join a curriculum designed with input from local employers + gain practical skills to navigate the competitive hiring process. NewsChannel 10
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, March 26, a fire on FM 687 in Hutchinson County forced road closures and temporary evacuations near Charles Hart Lane as firefighters worked to contain the 10-acre Big Creek blaze; a separate fire in Ochiltree County was already 65% contained. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ Record heat pushed Amarillo’s temperatures near 100 degrees on Thursday amid dry conditions that sparked red flag warnings and fire concerns. A strong cold front dropped temperatures sharply overnight and strong north winds continued through Friday, prompting officials to urge caution with outdoor burning. ABC 7 Amarillo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, the Amarillo Economic Development Corporation board voted to offer Dr. Andreas Eckstein the president and CEO role (his appointment includes a starting salary of $220,000, performance bonuses, and benefits, and he is set to begin around May 11). Amarillo Tribune
- ➤ The Amarillo City Council approved a $470,000 contract for asbestos abatement and demolition of the 1929 terminal despite preservation concerns. Ron Fernuik from the Texas Air and Space Museum said the structurally sound building holds important ties to local servicemen—private investment might offer an alternative to demolition. ABC 7 Amarillo
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The board approved design details (variances on tree species, fencing and building placement) for a new five-story Hampton Inn Hotel at 518 SE 10th Ave downtown during a Wednesday evening meeting; the Bhakta brothers now plan to seek TIRZ board approval before starting construction in about two years. Amarillo Tribune
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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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Yellow City Comic Convention 2026
April 17-19 — Amarillo Civic Center Complex — Cost varies — Celebrate fandom with cosplay, artists, panels, and celebrity guests at this community favorite.
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Music Through the Generations
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Arts in the Sunset — Ticketed event — Experience the evolution of chamber music from Beethoven to Brahms.
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