Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of June.
Good morning, Amarillo.
🏘️ Community
The Amarillo Tribune celebrated its second publishing anniversary on Thursday by highlighting two standout stories chosen by its team to honor its commitment to free local news.
The nonprofit digital news source remains focused on serving the community with daily updates.
Texas Panhandle ranchers are ramping up quarantine measures after a confirmed case of New World Screwworm was reported in Zavala County on Wednesday; state and federal teams are now dropping sterile flies — a method that helps prevent the pest from spreading.
🚧 Accidents
Multiple agencies including Randall, Potter and Amarillo fire crews responded to a grass fire near East Loop 335 and East County Road 34 on Jun.
4, and the blaze was under control by 2:15 p.m.
💼 Business
Street Volkswagen is hosting a job fair on June 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 8707 Pilgrim Drive to hire sales associates, automotive technicians, office administrators and customer service reps.
On-site interviews + immediate job offers may be available.
Tascosa Drive-In is hiring seasonal crew members for flexible summer work on weekend nights and select weekdays, with roles in kitchen, ticket booth and guest service.
Applicants must be dependable and friendly to enjoy movie nights at this popular drive-in.
Google and Intersect announced on June 4 a new data center and energy facility in Gray County that will use advanced air-cooling technology and clean energy—building an 800-acre workforce hub in Wheeler County to support up to 3,500 workers.
Tascosa Drive-In now offers online ordering that lets guests order snacks from their car (with a text alert) to save time.
If your battery dies during the show, jump packs are available at the stand so you keep watching the film under the stars.
🎭 Culture
Visit Amarillo held a news conference on Thursday, June 4 at 10:00 a.m. (at the historic Bivins Home) to review details for the Texas Route 66 Festival; the event runs until June 13 with live music, car shows, and family activities.
📰 Economy
Dr. Eckstein is injecting fresh energy into a motivated team as he pushes plans for Amarillo's growth — noting the friendly community and lighter traffic add to the city's potential.
Further details on his rollout are expected soon.
🏥 Health
Officials confirmed a case of New World screwworm in a 3-week-old calf in La Pryor, Zavala County on June 3.
The Texas Animal Health Commission declared the area as Infested Zone 01 and began releasing sterile flies and increasing trapping to stop the parasite from spreading (measures continue).
🎉 Amarillo Events
Submit an event →
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.
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.
Props N Pistons Car Show & Fly In
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Tradewind Airport — $25 Pre-Registration — Celebrate cars and aircraft for a good cause in Amarillo.
🏠 Amarillo Real Estate
Submit a listing →
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
💼 Amarillo Job Board
Submit a job →
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
📣 Amarillo Announcements
Submit an announcement →
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Amarillo.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.