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Amarillo
Monday, June 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo police and Randall County deputies responded to a vehicle crash into Playa Lake at 77th and Soncy on Saturday at 3:54, and after the dive team recovered the submerged car they found 22-year-old Joel Montijo deceased—an autopsy was ordered while the investigation continues. KGNC
- ➤ The Randall County Fire Department responded to a fire Sunday morning at Mr. W Fireworks at 5910 FM 1541 in Amarillo, and the building and all contents were lost due to fire + water damage + while investigators review the cause. NewsChannel 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dumas police officers — along with detectives and the Special Response Team — executed a search warrant Saturday at 7 a.m. in the 800 block of Binkley Street; the search uncovered over 360 grams of methamphetamine valued at about $18,000 and drug paraphernalia, leading to arrests of 45-year-old Cesar Sanchez for possessing with intent to distribute and 47-year-old Benny Ortiz for simple possession. KGNC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo will host free live concerts at Sam Houston Park starting Tuesday, June 3, and Tuesday Jazz at Amarillo College will begin on the same day. The Route 66 Festival will run for 10 days and feature a rodeo start on June 5 along with food trucks, vendors, and a street takeover on June 6. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ Pampa musician Arieon Keller has been invited to audition for American Idol live auditions in Nashville during CMA Fest after years of performing at local venues like Big Jim's Pizza Co. Supporters are invited to cheer her on June 6 at 4 p.m. — a key step in her journey toward her dream. 96.9 KISS FM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT Amarillo announced that the southbound I-27 exit ramp to Rockwell Road is closing today for drainage box installations and drivers should use the FM 2219/Lair Road exit instead—other maintenance closures on I-40 and SH 15 will occur through this week and into the summer. ABC 7 Amarillo
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo has many local plant shops and greenhouses that give advice to help gardeners overcome harsh weather. One guide lists top spots such as the Amarillo Botanical Gardens—where visitors can see a range of plants and get tips on proper care. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ Summer in Amarillo means grilling season, and residents are urged to clean and heat their grills to high temperatures to kill bacteria before cooking meats to safe USDA temperatures; local outlets such as United Supermarkets/Market Street and Rancher's Storefront offer a range of fresh supplies — ensuring a safe and tasty cookout. 96.9 KISS FM
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