Good morning, Amarillo.

Solomon, a 20-year-old lion beloved by zoo visitors, died this morning of natural causes at the Amarillo Zoo—zoo officials say his companions Sarai and Sheba are receiving extra care as they adjust to his loss.

Fermi America & the Texas Tech University System have partnered to build the HyperGrid campus in Amarillo that is set to become the largest energy-driven AI complex in America by integrating nuclear power, natural gas, solar power & battery storage.

The 5,769-acre campus will have the potential to deliver up to 11 gigawatts of power and 18 million square feet of AI capacity as geotechnical work has begun and a gigawatt is expected online by the end of 2026.

Amarillo Crime Stoppers is searching for 35 year old Alejandro Aleman-Solorzano (wanted by the Potter County Sheriff’s Office for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and criminal mischief valued between $2,500 and $30,000) if you have any information, please report it.

Texas Senate Bill 568 was signed into law to boost and reform special education funding for area school districts.

The law offers a $1,000 testing fee for referrals & an eight-tier system to match services with student needs & adds funding for the Career College Military Readiness program.

Amarillo officials bought three new DuraPatcher pothole repair trucks last August and began repairing potholes last month.

Public Works Director Alan Harder said the trucks—tested in Denver City—fill about 200 potholes a day and are set to improve roads.

David Prescott was sworn in as Amarillo’s new Place 3 councilmember on Tuesday, June 24—replacing Tom Scherlen after a runoff decided by just 50 votes.

Mayor Stanley defended the two-person canvass that drew criticism from resident Michael Ford and outlined new transparency initiatives to boost public trust in the council.

Race car driver Anthony Puente of BP Racing races at Amarillo Dragway to honor his late son Brandon—who was born with spina bifida and remains his biggest fan; he encourages local fans to support the track with its strong safety measures.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Amarillo Netplex — Check website for pricing — Enhance your basketball skills with expert coaching in a fun environment for young players.

West Texas Classic Bodybuilding Championship

9 AM - 11 PM — The Gym @ Contagion Athletics — General Admission $59.75, VIP $117.51 — Witness the largest bodybuilding competition in the Texas panhandle.

Wibby Wednesday Weekly Party

6-10 p.m. — Six Car Pub & Brewery — $4 house beers — Enjoy live music in the beer garden with Ryan Wibby.