Good morning, Amarillo.

The 2nd Panhandle Veterans Expo will be held tomorrow at the Amarillo Civic Center (401 S.

Buchanan St) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring vendors, family-friendly activities, a Claims Clinic, and free food courtesy of Heroes Home Care and Bell Textron. Veterans should bring their DD-214 and supporting documents for benefit claims.

Barrio Neighborhood Planning Committee will host a popup shop fundraiser this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 918 S.

Houston St to raise $230,000 for the new La Plazita Park, featuring 33 adult vendors + 6 children vendors, food trucks, games, and free vaccinations.

Amarillo offers six free summer activities to keep kids busy and help parents save money.

Options include free books at Barnes (grades 1–6), a kids' meal at Panda, a summer pass at Planet Fitness for teens, and free bowling at Western Bowl (shoes are extra).

Ryan O'Neal Autos on Georgia Street has permanently closed, leaving an empty lot amid shifting business trends.

The owner's family is managing a challenging transition as local dealers may soon consider expanding their inventories.

A 400-foot interactive mural celebrating Route 66 history will be unveiled today at the Visitor's Center on 6th Avenue in Amarillo.

Blank Spaces Murals funded the project with private donations and grants, offering live music, food trucks, and digital stories through QR codes.

Visit Amarillo will host the Texas Route 66 Festival Finale tomorrow at the Route 66 Historic District from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., featuring live music, classic car shows, vendors, and themed events to celebrate the Mother Road Centennial.

Nearby bars, restaurants, and shops will continue the festivities until 11 p.m.

Visitors can tour the historic Goodnight home 40 miles southeast of Amarillo to learn how Charles & Mary Ann Goodnight built communities that shaped the Panhandle’s beef legacy through cattle drives and early education.

The site preserves local heritage for future generations.

Friends of Lake Meredith and Alibates invites the public to enjoy National Treasure at the Fritch Fortress Amphitheater this Saturday with a pre-show at 8:30 p.m. where visitors can bring chairs and blankets and enjoy concessions selling popcorn + drinks + candy + pickles.

Xcel Energy is urging Amarillo customers to use energy-saving tips—running appliances in the early morning, closing blinds at peak heat, and replacing AC filters—to manage summer bills.

They can visit the company’s website for more help and details.

Region 16 Education Service Center named Monty Hysinger Superintendent of the Year on Thursday.

The Dumas ISD leader will represent the region at the Texas Association of School Boards award program, with state finalists announced in October.

FirstBank Southwest celebrated the graduation of its third Banking Advisory Council class on Tuesday, June 9 at the Amarillo Country Club — awarding each of the 15 local student leaders a certificate and a $3,000 scholarship as part of a program started in 2023 to build banking and business skills.

On June 10, the Parks and Recreation Board met in City Hall where it reviewed a $100,000 aquatic viability study proposal, refined park renaming fee and process guidelines, and planned a Your Parks, Your Voice event — at Warford Center.

The board will evaluate a second study proposal next month.

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.

USPA Tested and Open 2026 West Texas Classic

9 a.m. — The Gym @ Contagion Athletics — Registration required — Watch top lifters compete in both tested and non-tested divisions at this powerlifting event.