Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of April.
Good morning, Amarillo.
Jeep Jamboree USA is hosting 38th off-road adventure at Cowboy Morning Figure 3 Ranch in Claude this weekend, with trail rides on Friday from 9:30 a.m. and today until 5 p.m. Families can visit Sad Monkey Mercantile’s Kidpreneur Market and view a Texas Parks & Wildlife time capsule on display.
Boys Ranch will open a new (North Heights) alumni housing facility next week to help former students transition to independent living; six will move in on Monday with 12 joining after May graduation.
The renovated building features nine apartments with full kitchen amenities to support residents.
Crews are responding to a grass fire near 1505 Ottawa Trail in Randall County, with South Osage Street + Claude Highway nearby; officials warn drivers to avoid the area as they assess risks to structures.
Noodle Corner is set to open soon at Western and Wolflin near Tascosa High School, offering an Asian fusion menu with pho, ramen, and Thai dishes for local diners seeking fresh flavors.
Amarillo gas prices dropped by 4 cents to $3.34 per gallon today, part of a statewide trend marking a second week of lower prices.
AAA Texas noted that despite the drop, prices remain higher than last year.
Amarillo ISD’s special needs students in the TAC (Transition Achievement in the Community) 18 plus program are cleaning restrooms, sweeping, and clearing flower beds at Amarillo Zoo & Sanctuary during weekday mornings to build job skills, with the sanctuary opening on Monday, April 27 at 9:30 a.m.
The Hutchinson County Library in Borger received a $2,500 STEM grant from Sparklight’s Dream Bigger campaign to refresh and expand its resources across three branches.
The funding will boost digital tools & summer projects for students and homeschool educators.
DeBault Title and Andrea’s Project are offering free Uber ride vouchers at sponsored events during Alcohol Awareness Month to help curb impaired driving.
The effort honors Andrea Elizalde who lost her life in 2019 to a drunk driver.
Health officials note that GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic help with weight loss but require healthy eating and exercise for lasting results.
One patient lost 30 pounds over eight months while doctors warn that stopping the medication may lead to weight regain.
Dairy Queen introduced two new breakfast treats using Fruity Pebbles and Cinnamon Toast Crunch.
The soft serve shake with Fruity Pebbles and the dipped cone with cinnamon coating are available starting today in Amarillo.
The West Texas Ranch Rodeo in Amarillo runs Friday and today, spotlighting women with events like bronc riding.
Competitors from across Texas and nationally join to boost agriculture and mentoring opportunities (riders aim for championship points on the road to Cheyenne).
Kids Inc. began installing turf today for the future Rockrose Sports Park, which will include eight baseball and softball fields — among other areas.
The company has raised around $30 million for phase one before starting work on an indoor facility when more funding is secured.
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.
School Of Rock - The Musical
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Amarillo Little Theatre - Allen Shankles Mainstage — Tickets required — Enjoy a thrilling show based on the beloved film about a wannabe rock star turned substitute teacher.
AC⚡️DC vs Ozzy A ROCK & ROLL SHOWDOWN
6:00 PM - 11:59 PM — The Bliss Venue — Free parking — Get ready to rock hard as AC⚡️DC and Ozzy go head-to-head in the ultimate rock showdown!
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