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Amarillo
Sunday, May 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Fritch Volunteer Fire Department hosted Lake Meredith’s Memorial Day Bash on Saturday in Fritch — a fundraiser for the department and local small businesses — to kick off summer. The event featured food trucks, vendors, cornhole tournaments, a car show and fireworks. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery hosted a Memorial Day flag ceremony to honor veterans where families and Boy Scouts Troop 10 led the event—Patriot Guard Riders lined the front with flags for over 3,000 soldiers laid to rest. The cemetery remains open during Memorial Day weekend for guests to place American flags on the graves as a sign of respect. NewsChannel 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rumors bar in Amarillo is set to reopen this summer with fresh drink specials, games, and pool and dart leagues—staffing events on June 12th and June 14th will fill bartender, barback, and waitress positions to help revive its historic appeal. NewsTalk 940 AM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo food delivery drivers are earning less now because of rising costs, fewer tips, and more competition plus tougher requirements from DoorDash. Many drivers report making only $200 to $300 per week compared to the $500 they once earned and hope that improved market conditions will help restore better pay. NewsTalk 940 AM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Potter County Fire-Rescue warns residents that even though the burn ban ended on May 13 due to technical qualifications, crews continue to combat nearly daily wildfires on Highway 136 amid dry, high-risk conditions—residents should remain alert as risks persist. ABC 7 Amarillo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT Amarillo released its road report for the week starting May 26; Monday will have no closures (Memorial Day) while Wednesday will see lane closures at the westbound I-40 ramp from Grand Street and at the Hastings Avenue/US 87 intersection (bridge beam work) during set hours. Further, the northbound I-27 lane and I-40 frontage roads will close overnight and throughout the week for barrier, lighting, and patching work. ABC 7 Amarillo
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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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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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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.
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