Good morning, Amarillo.

At Palo Duro Canyon, a lost journal, left by Benjamin (the visitor), wedged into a picnic table near the Hackberry restrooms has become a community guest book as visitors write encouraging words while waiting for his return.

Officials consider moving it to the visitor center if messages keep growing.

Fritch Volunteer Fire Department honors late Fire Chief Zeb Smith as firefighters cope with his loss and gain ongoing support from the 100 Club+ which aided his family and helped the team move forward.

NewsChannel 10 is partnering with The 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle for a telethon running until April 14 to help support local firefighters and law enforcement.

Viewers can tune in from April 12 to learn how to donate (phone donations accepted at 806-331-9800).

Cinergy Box Office Binge returns Saturday, April 18th as local movie lovers can watch unlimited films and enjoy unlimited popcorn (drinks must be purchased separately) for $16 when joining Elite Rewards.

The Amarillo Botanical Gardens will host Garden Fest on Saturday, Apr.

25 — a spring event offering horticulture workshops, over 25 local vendors, kids crafts and food trucks for $5 admission, with free entry for members and children 5 and under.

Wildcat Bluff Nature Center is now accepting registrations for Wildcat Wednesdays, which offers guided hikes and hands-on learning from spring equinox to fall equinox.

The camps run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (including early drop-off and late pick-up) and are available in half or full-day sessions.

A wildfire continues to burn north of Panhandle + west of HWY 207 and south of Borger as crews respond while residents and travelers are told to avoid the area.

Potter County Fire and Rescue received funding from the 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle, which replaced an outdated John Deere Gator and provided an injury benefit to a firefighter injured last Thursday (officials said) while promising to share the new equipment with other agencies.

The new parking lots at John Stiff Memorial Park are locked unless a group contacts Parks + Recreation ahead of large events.

This step will deter vandalism and noise during off hours while planned park upgrades aim to improve safety and accessibility.

Amarillo College students now offer affordable dental cleanings under licensed supervision for locals without insurance.

Residents can get a basic cleaning for $35 and a deep cleaning for $70 (children 9 and under receive services free).

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.

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.

Recital Portraits

8:30 p.m. - 6:40 p.m. — Tippi Toes Dance Amarillo — $45/session — Capture your dancer's moment with professional portraits in their recital costume.