Wednesday, June 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A list of local stands in Amarillo was published for those looking to buy fireworks for July 4th, noting that fireworks can only be used on private property outside city limits with the owner's approval. The guide includes locations like TNT Fireworks and Dos Gringos Fireworks—ensuring buyers know and follow local regulations. NewsTalk 940 AM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was sentenced to 50 years for trying to kill a police officer—his sentence also includes a 10-year count for a possession charge and a 25-year minimum before he is eligible for parole—after a traffic stop led to a fight and chase in Amarillo. NewsChannel 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo Parks and Rec will host a pool-and-movie event at Thompson Park Pool on June 28 at 9 p.m. for $10 — online tickets can be pre-purchased for Disney's Lilo and Stitch, offering a fun summer night for families. NewsTalk 940 AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Amarillo’s Street Department introduced three new DuraPatcher Pothole Repair trucks that fill potholes in minutes — speeding repairs compared to the old manual method. Since the trucks began operating in May, crews have repaired up to 146 potholes in a day — a significant improvement for road maintenance. ABC 7 Amarillo
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ As temperatures rise, Amarillo pool owners must test their water to keep it balanced and avoid health problems like swimmer’s ear, skin rashes, and UTIs—Kevin Mayfield from Irish Springs Pools and Spa said that chemicals from everyday items can upset pool chemistry—and experts advise using proper sanitizer, oxidizer, and algaecide. NewsChannel 10
SHOP NEWS
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