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Amarillo
Sunday, July 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hooters closed its doors in Amarillo this week after employees learned of the closure by text, leaving locals curious about the fate of the restaurant’s horse from the Center City art project — building owner Brayden Engler said he will preserve the horse as he prepares the property for new tenants. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ An Amarillo DoorDash driver disputed a contract violation over a delay caused by new staff at Jason's Deli—she said she could not control the wait and expects the charge to be removed after the review. NewsTalk 940 AM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 6th Street in Amarillo has changed a lot in almost 20 years with new shops, cafes, and art spots drawing tourists along historic Route 66. The street hosts the yearly Route 66 Festival — a busy event with food, music, and art that brings locals and visitors together. NewsTalk 940 AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sgt. Cody Lavery and K—9 Sam of the Amarillo Police Department won 1st place in Narcotics Detection and 2nd place in the Patrol K—9 category at a competition in Lubbock from June 25—27, and their win shows the department’s focus on strong training for community safety. ABC 7 Amarillo
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Wibby Wednesday - Weekly Party on the Patio
6-10 p.m. — Six Car Pub & Brewery — $4 select house beers — Enjoy live music from Neon Heartland in the festive beer garden atmosphere.
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Autocross #3
9 p.m. — Westgate Mall — $35 for SCCA Members, $45 for Non-members — Experience the thrill of night autocross racing under city lights with setup opportunities for faster runs.
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