Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of July.
Good morning, Amarillo.
The Molly Goodnight DAR will host its third annual patriotic car show on Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial Education Center at 4111 S.
Georgia. It offers vehicle awards, activities and scavenger hunt, with fees of $25 early and $30 day-of.
The Canyon Farmers Market runs every Saturday through September on historic Canyon Square from 8 am to 12 pm.
Locals can shop from over 100 vendors and enjoy live music, fresh produce, and baked goods for a lively start to the weekend.
TxDOT is increasing enforcement from July 2-5 to target speeding, impaired and distracted drivers during the busy Fourth of July weekend as millions travel Texas roads and risk more crashes and fatalities.
Brittany Jackson, a marketer in Amarillo, has grown her online business with 23 college licenses and products in nearly 300 boutiques — she also won the EnterPrize Challenge award.
Retired educator Evelyn Romero bought Canyon Popcorn Company after it announced closing, promising to keep the classic popcorn menu with few changes, and the shop re-opened on July 1.
It will serve customers on July 4 at the store + the Canyon Fair on the Square.
The 85th annual Will Rogers Range Riders Rodeo is in Amarillo today with 635 contestants riding in a three-day event at 7 p.m. nightly.
Friday's Red Night & Saturday's Veterans Night will honor service while proceeds support juvenile diabetes research at 8829 FM 1541.
Southwestern Public Service Company received a $113M grant from the Texas Energy Fund today to improve power reliability in the Panhandle and South Plains.
The funding will repair and replace power poles, boost monitoring, and protect over 167,000 customers from severe weather risks.
The City of Amarillo terminated its mowing contract after missing performance standards and is using temporary services and staff to care for parks over the holiday weekend.
Residents will see more mowing in the coming days (PARD director Michael Kashuba said the move responds to community concerns).
Potter County is under a disaster declaration that restricts open burning plus officials urge residents to use caution with fireworks as wildfire conditions worsen.
Fire Marshal Mary J. Willis will ask commissioners on July 7 to consider a new burn ban.
Elevated Health is now open near the square in Canyon at 1402 4th Ave., where founder Amanda Jones offers personalized nutrition, weight management, aesthetic, and diabetes education services & wellness memberships.
Local residents can expect tailored plans that support long-term health.
Kenny Rogers, a Bell Helicopter employee from Amarillo, is in critical condition in a Dominican Republic hospital after suffering a medical emergency on Tuesday during his honeymoon.
His family is asking for help as a U.S. medical transport service plans to bring him home for surgery.
Coffee Memorial Blood Center is running its Boots & Badges Blood Drive campaign until the end of July after a strong start on June 26 at 7500 Wallace Blvd. AOMS will host a drive on July 13 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. where donors can vote for law enforcement or firefighters while earning incentives.
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.
L3VEL3 Hair Texture Tour - Amarillo
12-4 p.m. — Fort Worth Barber Supply Amarillo — Free entry — Explore innovative hair texturing techniques with the L3VEL3 crew and fellow enthusiasts.
Jerry Seinfeld Live Show
8-11 p.m. — Amarillo Civic Center Complex — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with the legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld.
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