Good morning, Amarillo.

Amarillo restaurants now offer free kids meals on select days to help families tackle rising dining costs.

Deals include Monday's IHOP offering (4–10 p.m.), with other chains providing free meals later in the week.

Amarillo Civic Center replaced its 1968 basketball court with a new one (its first update in decades) that will host high school and college games, tournaments and charity events.

The upgraded court is available for rental at the center.

NewsChannel 10’s Greg Kerr announced his retirement after a 43-year career that took him from Texas to other states.

He spent four and a half years as Amarillo’s primetime anchor, and his decision to step away marks the end of an era — a cherished part of local news.

Amarillo Parks and Recreation will host Ready, Set, GLOW—a free night run at John Stiff Memorial Park on July 3rd from 6:30 p.m. to midnight.

Runners should wear neon gear + enjoy an untimed, motorized traffic-free route leading into the Fourth of July.

Bees n' Blooms Farm, a family-owned flower picking spot in Canyon, will open on July 3 at 300 W.

Heritage Ln. after postponing its June 22 plans due to weather concerns; visitors can also order custom bouquets + join private groups for photo sessions.

A potential new pizza spot is coming as Parry’s Pizzeria & Taphouse scouts two Amarillo locations to serve pizza, wings, and craft beer within the next 12 months (the chain already thrives in Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas).

Visitors can feed, pet, and take photos with longhorns at the Starlight Ranch Event Center on Sunrise Dr. in Amarillo; the interactive experience is open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. (weather permitting).

Jericho Gap owners plan to restore the historic ghost town on Route 66 in the Texas Panhandle to preserve local heritage — funded by a national trust, the project will repair the roof, stucco, and later update doors and windows on the 1911 buildings.

Ragtown Arts will host *a free opening event on June 26* at 1900 SW Sixth Ave behind the former Myers Fried Chicken Restaurant, where live music will play and 10% of proceeds go to the Anne Crouch Foundation.

Amarillo Magic Co. launches Magic Gone Wrong, an immersive dinner mystery featuring Chef Ron’s creations on August 21 and 22 at its S Western theater in Amarillo & guests will follow clues to solve a live mystery during the performance.

New monthly shows will offer a different theme each time.

West Texas A&M University’s new Buffalo Vision lab—located in the Geneva Schaeffer Education Building—is honored with the Best Collaboration Space Project award from the Higher Ed AV Awards on Monday, June 15 in Las Vegas.

The innovative lab has attracted over 2,000 visitors since January.

Canyon Police Department Captain Matthew Coggins graduated from the FBI National Academy yesterday after completing 10 weeks of leadership, public safety (and community partnerships) training.

The department praised his achievement as a step forward in professional growth.

Amarillo City Transit held outreach meetings on June 17 and 18 at East and Southwest Library Branches to gather input on bus service changes, including added hours and Sunday rides.

Officials said they will use feedback to adjust routes and connect residents to jobs, healthcare, and shopping (aiming for efficiency).

Coffee Memorial Blood Center in Amarillo reports an urgent blood shortage and is calling for donors today.

They especially need donors with O negative or B negative blood to support hospitals treating patients.

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.

9-Ball Showdown

10:00 a.m. — Amarillo Slims Pool Palace — Money added — Compete in a thrilling 9-ball tournament with an exciting race to 7 format.