Good morning, Amarillo.

Amarillo Parks and Recreation removed the rose beds from Memorial Park due to Rose Rosette Disease and is working with Randall County Master Gardeners to replant different vegetation.

A new plan to restore the flower beds is expected in the coming months.

A new $167,000 basketball court was unveiled at the Amarillo Civic Center to replace an aging floor that had limited bookings.

City leaders say strong interest from event planners could lead to more collegiate and high school tournaments funded by hotel occupancy tax.

Texas Panhandle VOAD is offering ongoing recovery assistance for survivors of the Stinky Fire and Hunggate Fire in Randall and Potter counties; families with unmet needs may call 806-316-6204 (or email [email protected]) to connect with available resources.

Cody and Gina Blair will celebrate 8 years of ownership at Fire Slice Pizzeria with a Sliceaversary party tomorrow (marking a milestone for local food lovers).

The full-day event will feature pizza, cold beer and community memories.

Juneteenth celebration week begins today with a business connection at Delvin’s Restaurant (1300 N.

Hughes) from 5 to 7 p.m. The festivities continue with a pageant at Palo Duro High School tomorrow and wrap up with a parade on June 20 and a Father’s Day church service on June 21.

The Tin Can Tourists will display 60 vintage trailers at Big Texan RV Park (1414 Sunrise Drive) on June 12 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to celebrate the Route 66 Centennial.

On Monday, June 8, Amarillo ISD board approved its 2026/2027 budget revision that reallocated a $53,000 surplus to fund a full-time community wellness educator – teachers and staff will see pay raises – and elected Jon Mark Beilue as board president and David Nance as vice president.

At a Tuesday evening meeting on June 8, 2026 at Canyon ISD, Superintendent Flusche outlined a 6% cost reduction plan that limits extracurricular travel and staffing amid ongoing funding challenges.

The board (unanimously) rejected SB 11’s prayer policy in favor of affirming First Amendment rights.

Amarillo City Transit is hosting meetings to gather public input on proposed fixed bus route changes.

Sessions run from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at five local libraries with complimentary rides after each meeting & residents may also submit feedback online.

Amarillo Animal Management & Welfare offers free spay & neuter surgeries for eligible pets of Potter County residents through August on a first-come, first-served appointment basis.

Eligible pets must be at least 3 months old and residents must show proof of Potter County residency.

Coffee Memorial Blood Center will join the Amarillo Sod Poodles at the All American Blood Drive on Friday, June 12 from noon to 7 p.m. at the Fairly Club (715 S.

Buchanan) to offer giveaways and a chance to win a $300 Father’s Day package for healthy donors 16 and older.

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.

Family Fun Night at the Amarillo Sod Poodles Game

6-10 p.m. — Hodgetown Stadium — $11+ — Attend a family-friendly evening of baseball, food, and fun with the Amarillo Sod Poodles.