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Amarillo
Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ High Noon on the Square returns today on the historic Potter County Courthouse lawn in downtown Amarillo for its 30th season with live music, $10 lunches and free popsicles provided by the city as part of its Every Drop Counts campaign. The series runs every Wednesday through July—inviting families to bring their own lawn chairs or picnic blankets for casual outdoor fun. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ Amarillo Meals on Wheels delivers about 360 meals every day to elderly and disabled residents and now faces higher costs as meal prices have nearly doubled (from $2.50 to about $4.75). The nonprofit asks for community donations and needs 200 volunteer drivers to help with delivery, with meals picked up (between 10:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.) Monday through Friday. Amarillo Tribune
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A heavy rainstorm led to a head-on collision on State Highway 136 about four miles south of Stinnett on Monday afternoon—two people died and one was injured when a northbound GMC 2500 lost traction on standing water and struck a southbound Ford Windstar in Hutchinson County. Amarillo Globe-News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Canyon EDC bought land next to Tex Randall and began construction of a pre-manufactured building for Big Tex Burritos on Highway 60 and 15th that will be finished by May 2026 at a cost of $390,000 — Amarillo entrepreneur Colby Monroe leads the project. NewsTalk 940 AM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo Little Theatre will host a one-night concert on June 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Allen Shankles Mainstage that features eight leading men from past productions and special guests singing songs from roles they played and roles they never played. The event will raise funds for ALT’s 98th season and youth education programs with $50 tickets for pre-show cocktails + open bar or $25 for general admission and VIP perks for $1,000 donations. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ The 37th annual Coors Cowboy Club Ranch Rodeo returns to the Amarillo National Center tomorrow and will feature western shows and competitions starting at 7 p.m. The event highlights include a Route 66 Cattle Drive on June 7 at 10 a.m. — a $25 chuckwagon lunch will follow at the Tri-State Fairgrounds. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ The third annual Texas Route 66 Festival kicks off this Thursday in Amarillo with a Coors Ranch Rodeo Kick-Off from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Amarillo National Center— the festival runs June 5 to June 14 and also includes First Thursday on 6th and a family-friendly Route 66-themed karaoke night. NewsChannel 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas lawmakers approved proposals — including a voucher program, $8.5 billion for public education, and a ban on cellphone use during school — on Tuesday. The measures will also let schools use increased discipline — along with more religious instruction — while stopping DEI initiatives. ABC 7 Amarillo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ BLM hosted a public event in Amarillo on May 29 and is now asking for comments on plans to convert the former helium reserve into a recreation area offering horseback riding, hiking, camping, and hunting. The agency will work with the Federal Highway Commission to secure permanent access and build roads, trails, and campgrounds over the next five years—comments are accepted through June 12. Amarillo Globe-News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Joe’s Place in Amarillo will host a date night on June 14 — featuring a gourmet dinner by Chef Jeremy Grant, live music, and specialty cocktails for $125 per couple, with reservations available by calling LeAnn at 806-626-6223. 96.9 KISS FM
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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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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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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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Wibby Wednesday Weekly Patio Party
6-10 p.m. — Six Car Pub & Brewery — $4 house beers — Enjoy live music and local brews in the beer garden every Wednesday.
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