Good Day
Amarillo
Sunday, May 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Big Lots store on Grand and Bell St closed and will be replaced by dd's DISCOUNTS, which is set to open by early 2026 to bring back discount shopping on the east side of Amarillo. dd's DISCOUNTS filed licensing paperwork and is expected to launch the store soon—adding a new retail option for local shoppers. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ H-E-B announced a new store in Melissa and plans to open eight more locations near its distribution centers, while Amarillo remains without a store due to its center being too far in Temple + this strategy highlights why the city has yet to attract the chain. NewsTalk 940 AM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Lumberyard in Canyon is hosting a live music season from May 4th into October and has opened a new restaurant offering local food and drinks. Amarillo fans can enjoy patio concerts, special shows on June 25th and August 28th — along with regular karaoke and Friday night live music. NewsTalk 940 AM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Canyon High senior Danica Powers mistakenly mailed her graduation announcement to the Texas Rangers Law Enforcement office in Waco and received a humorous reply from Lt Brent Barina — a memorable moment as she gets ready to graduate. NewsTalk 940 AM
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ As summer heat climbs, Amarillo residents can lower energy bills by following simple steps—setting the thermostat to 78 when away, closing curtains to block the sun, and shutting off AC in unused rooms—to keep homes cool. 96.9 KISS FM
SHOP NEWS
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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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