Good morning, Amarillo.

4650 Bell St in Amarillo, once home to Zips Car Wash and later Cascades, is set for an online auction with a starting bid of $1.25 million—tours occurred on May 16 and another is scheduled for May 30 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The auction will open at 9 a.m. on June 2 and end at 11:03 a.m. on June 4.

Quay County Crime Stoppers is searching for Julian Martinez, wanted for attempted murder and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and household assault, who has ties to Amarillo and may be in Tucumcari, Clovis, Albuquerque or Amarillo—police warn he is armed and dangerous.

On May 18, a 34-year-old man was hit and killed on South Coulter Street when a white Buick Enclave left the road, and driver 35-year-old Brett Hudson was arrested for intoxication manslaughter—investigators said speed and narcotic use contributed to the crash.

Amarillo police say 13 year old Anisa Omar Hussein and her 9 year old brother Mohammed Abeetkahrin have been found safe after running away from home this weekend near Goldenrod Street at Eastridge School Park—both children were last seen Saturday around 1:00 p.m.

The Panhandle Great 25 Nurses Committee now accepts applications for Fall 2025 scholarships for undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students (including a new LVN program) and a leadership scholarship (Dr. Valerie Kiper Doctoral Leadership Scholarship); applicants must submit by May 31st and winners will be honored at the 9th Annual ceremony in November.

Texas Tech’s School of Veterinary Medicine held its first graduation on May 18th at the Amarillo Civic Center Auditorium and awarded 61 DVM degrees to students committed to rural care.

State leaders, including Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, attended a historic ceremony that marks a century-long gap in Texas veterinary education — a milestone set to boost animal health in underserved areas.

The Amarillo Planning and Zoning Commission board recommended annexing nearly 500 acres of land near I-27 and Sundown Lane in Randall County.

City staff will present the recommendation to city council on May 27 — the next step in the process — with a second reading on June 10 and final approval expected by the end of June.

On Monday, the Pantex plant in Amarillo finished its first B61-13 nuclear gravity bomb—this modern weapon strengthens the nation’s deterrent and was completed a year ahead of schedule, according to the Department of Energy.

Texas lawmakers passed a bill that would end child marriage by stopping minors from marrying even with permission, and the measure is now waiting for Senate approval — supporters say it will keep vulnerable youth safe — as it closes an old loophole.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wibby Wednesday: Weekly Party on the Patio

6-10 p.m. — Six Car Pub & Brewery — $4 house beers — Enjoy live music and a great atmosphere in the beer garden.