Good morning, Amarillo.

A fire on a rooftop solar panel system at an apartment complex on 900 S.E.

10th Ave displaced ten residents at about 5:30 p.m. Wednesday while firefighters quickly contained the blaze (no injuries were reported).

Fermi America's co-founder Toby Neugebauer withdrew his call for a special shareholders meeting after a judge recused himself and vowed to monitor the board as Project Matador advances near Amarillo.

The company remains focused on expanding its energy and data center operations.

Ruben returned from traveling Route 66 and met with Rhys Martin of the National Trust for Historic Preservation to discuss the Centennial Caravan and the preservation of the Mother Road's cultural legacy.

Martin stressed that Route 66 continues to evolve with fresh, diverse stories from local communities.

Amarillo Little Theatre Academy stages 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' with its student cast performing today (tickets cost $18 to $22).

Saturday, the Palo Duro Bee Club will host a pollinator workshop at Amarillo Botanical Gardens (11400 Streit Dr) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; attendees will pay $20 at the door for a catered BBQ lunch and a guided tour of the pollinator garden.

Visitors to Palo Duro Canyon should check for trail closures and pack water (one quart per mile), sunscreen, and light clothing to handle extra heat on trails like The Lighthouse Trail; the park is open 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. with an $8 adult entry fee.

The Amarillo Parks and Rec Board sent a $150,000 study on public pools to the City Council for approval to decide if repairs can be made to the closed Southwest and Southeast pools — the board also recommended fee increases at local golf courses and sports fields to cover costs.

A new wellness clinic has opened off the square in Canyon, offering personalized services like nutrition, weight management, diabetes education and aesthetic treatments.

Founder Amanda Jones set up Elevated Health to provide long-term results plus enhance overall wellness at 1402 4th Ave.

Amarillo pet owners are urged to keep animals safe as rising summer heat intensifies; experts say checking pavement temperature, providing water and shade, and avoiding parked cars can help prevent burns and overheating.

A 17-year-old Tascosa High School graduate collapsed during a graduation trip in Thailand and underwent two emergency brain surgeries (her condition is slowly improving) while her family plans to bring her home either after waiting for stability or by chartering a private jet (with hospital care costing over $30,000).

91-year-old great-grandmother Carolyn Bird gifted her 23-member family a multi-day Disney World vacation this year.

She joined in on rides including Skyliner and Expedition Everest to create memories that will last.

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.