Good morning, Amarillo.

Amarillo Area CASA hosts its annual Heatwave of Hope fundraiser today from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Tripp’s Harley Davidson Hog Room at 6040 W I-40, where attendees enjoy brunch + open bar + bingo, raffles, and prizes to support volunteer travel and foster care needs.

Lonesome Creek Longhorns have expanded to the Starlight Ranch Event Center at 1415 Sunrise Dr., where families can feed, pet, and photograph longhorns from 9 AM to 9 PM + weather permitting.

Todd Hill announced today he is selling Silverland in Wolflin Village after 29 years, seeking an owner to carry on the store's legacy.

Interested parties can contact him at the shop.

A new video shows that Boondocks Bar and Grill will open Monday, June 15 at 8310 I-40 W, filling the gap after Logan’s Roadhouse closed in 2023.

The locally owned restaurant has begun hiring front and back of house staff to prepare for its launch.

A new mural honoring Route 66 — featuring 66 local stories — is now on display in an underpass connecting downtown and Historic Sixth Street near Bowie.

Visitors can scan QR codes on the artwork to read community voices linked to the iconic route.

Gas prices in Amarillo fell 16 cents to $3.54 this week, offering relief for travelers as the local rate drops below the national average — AAA Texas notes variations statewide amid ongoing market shifts.

Today, gas prices in Amarillo dropped to $3.54 per gallon from $3.70 last week, part of a statewide decline that gives drivers hope for more affordable summer travel.

Experts warn prices could soon change (global oil trends and Strait stability still affect costs).

On Wednesday, Governor Abbott told state regulators to require data centers—including Fermi America's Project Matador near Amarillo—to fully fund private power and water infrastructure so residential customers avoid extra costs.

Fermi said its project will use a private power grid and water-efficient cooling.

Rep. Ronny Jackson announced that nine students from District 13, including Barrett Stroud (from Amarillo High School), were accepted to U.S. Service Academies such as the Naval and Air Force Academies.

The announcement highlights local students' achievements and commitment to service.

Ponto Gaucho, a new Brazilian steakhouse taking over the former House Divided space, will host an Amarillo Chamber ribbon cutting on Monday, June 29 at 4 p.m. & open its doors on Tuesday, June 30 at 11:30 a.m. to serve premium cuts with sides, with kids under five eating free.

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.