Good Day
Amarillo
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Social media posts show Amarillo residents seeking more grocery store options, better entertainment venues, and improved city leadership (the top of 15 suggestions). The list also noted traffic issues and urged local officials to upgrade key infrastructure. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ The Amarillo Fire Department launches a free six-week home safety program for seniors today at Warford Community Center. The program offers safety tips and scam prevention every Tuesday from 1 p.m. — 2 p.m. to help older adults stay independent in their homes. NewsChannel 10
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday evening, May 9, a candlelight vigil assembled in front of the Netplex Athletic Center to honor five Amarillo pickleball team members who died when their plane crashed near Wimberly on April 30, and a memorial tournament is rescheduled for August + donations are accepted through Amarillo National Bank. Amarillo Globe-News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ North Heights Discount & Cafe has permanently closed at 1621 NW 18th Ave after announcing a break last month that promised a return. Social media now only shows a 'permanently closed' update, and locals shared their sadness online. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ Merle Norman on Soncy — a beauty studio with a 54-year legacy — is moving from its 2812 Soncy Rd location to 7606 SW 45th between Westgate Computers and the Drunken Oyster; it will open in its new space in June. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ Bargain Mart opened Friday at 5811 S Western—offering 25-cent bread and low prices on household essentials—and quickly drew locals seeking fresh savings, according to owner David Tisdale. NewsTalk 940 AM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Owner Lance Garza opened Caliche in July 2021 to bring a vintage record and art shop to Amarillo. The store, located at 2311 S.W. 7th Ave, also hosts concerts+open-air markets for local creatives. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ The Amarillo Museum of Art is hosting the annual Texas Panhandle Student Art Show and displaying student artwork; a reception to honor award winners and scholarship recipients will be held Friday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. (located on the Washington Street campus of Amarillo College). Amarillo Globe-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo ISD is set to celebrate its Class of 2026 with graduation ceremonies at Dick Bivins Stadium from May 18 to May 22. Each of the five high schools will hold a ceremony from 8 to 10 p.m. with alternate weather plans available. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ Racheal Garcia, who returned to studies after a 20-year break, enrolled in Amarillo College’s nursing program at 43 and will be the commencement speaker at Friday’s graduation. Garcia balances classes with caring for her husband (ill) and time with her two grandchildren while planning a career in hospice care. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ Graduation day brings mixed emotions for families in Amarillo as graduates make their way through Dick Bivins Stadium while parents experience both pride and sadness as their children step into adulthood. The moment marks a new beginning for graduates and moms as they adjust to quieter homes. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ The Tascosa High theatre team, including nine seniors who graduate just before their trip, is heading to UIL State Theater Competition for the first time in 50 years. A fundraiser at Bubba's 33 (3-11 p.m.) today will help cover their travel to Austin. NewsTalk 940 AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Amarillo face lane closures on I-40 and I-27 this week due to bridgework and barrier movement. The lanes will be closed Monday through Friday, with detours using frontage roads + crews working from 9 a.m. to noon on I-27. NewsChannel 10
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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.
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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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Wildcat Wednesdays at Wildcat Bluff
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Wildcat Bluff Nature Center — Cost varies — Enjoy a nature-filled day with drop-off day camp options for kids aged 7-11.
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Candlelight Tribute: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Amarillo Little Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the captivating music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in a unique candlelight concert setting.
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Bellamy Brothers Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts — Concert tickets available — Enjoy an evening of classic tunes with the Bellamy Brothers and Gene Watson.
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Tracy Byrd Concert
8-10 p.m. — The Lumberyard Canyon — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic country sounds of Tracy Byrd with timeless hits and dynamic performances.
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