Good Day
Amarillo
Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Women’s Center opened its new shelter, Haven House Too, ahead of schedule when a mother brought her two children in need of urgent care. The shelter now houses four women and five children — and has a waiting list of seven women with children seeking support. Amarillo Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo police chased a stolen Jeep — the chase ended when the vehicle crashed near railroad tracks on Monday night and two juveniles were arrested, with the driver taken to the Youth Center of the High Plains. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ David Allen Crowder, 21, is accused of killing his girlfriend Ariana Nicole Estrada on May 4 after chasing her car on I-40 near Ross-Osage and firing multiple rounds from an AR style rifle—police later picked him up at his father’s house where they found the weapon hidden in tall grass. ABC 7 Amarillo
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Texas House gave preliminary approval Monday to a bill to eliminate STAAR—the high-stakes test used by districts—while the Senate remains skeptical about the measure. ABC 7 Amarillo
- ➤ On May 9, 2025, Amarillo College held its spring commencement at the Amarillo Civic Center Coliseum—over 1,000 graduates received their diplomas as families showed their support. Graduates marked the milestone by turning tassels—and their achievement celebrated resilience and hard work during the ceremony. Amarillo Globe-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Recent storms and April rains raised water levels in the Canadian River — Potter County sheriff Brian Thomas and parks superintendent Eric Smith warn fishermen, swimmers, and off-road drivers that changing river profiles may hide deep holes and unexpected hazards. ABC 7 Amarillo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Potter County will hold a Clean Out Day on May 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 1621 Southwest 5th Avenue where residents can gather surplus items if they bring a proper vehicle and help — recent rains have resulted in the burn ban being lifted. KGNC
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Battle of the Bites
6-8 p.m. — John Stiff Memorial Park — Free entry — A vibrant food truck showdown to savor the local flavors of Amarillo.
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Ascension Academy Golf Tournament
Join us for a 4-person scramble-style tournament that will feature prizes, cold drinks and dinner! It will "fore" sure be a fun time for all!
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Autocross #2 2025
8:30 a.m. — Westgate Mall — $35 SCCA Members, $45 Non-members — Test your skills at the thrilling Autocross #2 event and learn the course firsthand while helping set up.
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Freedom From Tobacco May Class
6:00-8:30 p.m. — AmTech Career Academy — Free entry — Participate in a comprehensive two-session course to kickstart your journey to quitting tobacco with professional guidance.
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Bliss Horizon Live Featuring Straight Tequila Night
6-7:30 p.m. — The Bliss Venue — GA & VIP packages available — Experience the original tribute to '90s Country music in Amarillo with high-energy renditions of your favorite classics.
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On-Site Tour of The Gardens of Amarillo Memory Care
9 AM - 7 PM — The Gardens of Amarillo Memory Care — Free entry — Explore one of the highest-rated senior living communities and enjoy an insightful tour.
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On-Site Community Tour
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Brookdale Sleepy Hollow — Free entry — Discover an interactive, family-friendly assisted living community with engaging activities and quality dining.
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Amarillo Men's City Championship
Jun 6-8 — Ross Rogers Golf Course — Entry details to be announced — Compete in 18-hole qualifiers and match play for a chance at the championship flight.
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Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training
8:00 a.m. — Student Services Center — $2090 — Dive into Object Oriented Analysis with expert-led UML training tailored for software development enthusiasts.
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2025 East | TX 66 Bus Tour
8:30 AM – 5 PM — Starlight Ranch Event Center — Ticket required — Explore the rich history and iconic landmarks along Texas Route 66 in this immersive bus tour.
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