Good Day
Amarillo
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Storybridge will launch its Spotted Reading campaign on May 25 to spot kids reading in parks, restaurants, and waiting rooms, giving out reward packages that include a free book coupon from Burrowing Owl Books & a free kids meal at Jason's Deli in Wolflin Village. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ After the Stinky Fire destroyed over 50 homes, Gracie's Project rescued dogs that were burned and injured and is housing them until owners reclaim them. They request donations of cleaning supplies, puppy pads, dog food and funds for vet bills - supplies needed to ease the burden on pet owners. ABC 7 Amarillo
- ➤ Community members will gather on Saturday at 10 a.m. at Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery at 6969 I-40 E. & Whitaker Road to honor 41 veterans who died in the past year. Officials, Boy Scouts and local veterans groups will help families place flags on nearly 4,000 gravesites. NewsChannel 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Beck Cowboy Boots has served the Panhandle with heavy-duty, custom boots for over 100 years (co-owner Jeremy Pool said the business started in 1916 in Dalhart and moved to Amarillo in 1921) and now operates from a modern facility at 7200 Canyon Dr. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ FirstBank Southwest opened its temporary Canyon branch on Monday, May 18, offering full banking services as it prepares a permanent facility and hosted community events this week—including a meet & mingle and a reading celebration—to support local needs and hunger relief efforts. Amarillo Globe-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jack Ingram Memorial Day weekend concert will take place at the Pioneer Amphitheatre in Palo Duro Canyon on Saturday, May 23, featuring local favorite Travis Roberts and marking the 60th season of TEXAS Outdoor Musical (free event). NewsChannel 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The AISD Summer Feeding Program will serve free breakfast (7:45-8:15 a.m.) and lunch (11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.) Monday through Friday at participating schools from June 1 to 26 for students 18 and under, with benefits extended to enrolled students with disabilities up to 21. NewsTalk 940 AM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ TCEQ records show years of complaints about the Amarillo Landfill, including an April 30 investigation into uncovered waste from broken equipment. Mayor Cole Stanley will address concerns over a landfill fire at a news conference tomorrow at 4 p.m. at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport. NewsChannel 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local government and tech leaders discussed AI-driven data center growth at a Thursday panel in Amarillo, with former Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush comparing water use of data centers to agriculture and Oldham County Judge Shawn Ballew noting the Vega center benefits the community—underscoring the need for local planning. ABC 7 Amarillo
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, TTUHSC's Dr. Erin Barr was awarded a $1.4M grant by CPRIT to expand pediatric oncology clinical trials in West Texas + the initiative will bring new treatment options closer to children in rural communities. Amarillo Globe-News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Camp Meredithville, The Dive and SnackleBox Food Truck shape a summer retreat near Lake Meredith — The Dive will host its first-anniversary Memorial Day party on Saturday, May 23, starting at noon with games, food and live music at 9 pm at 9855 Stinnett Rd. 96.9 KISS FM
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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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OccuNet Classic Golf Tournament
8:00 a.m. — Tascosa Golf Club — Tickets from $68 — Experience the thrill of golf with the OccuNet Classic in Amarillo.
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