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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hope Village opened a deli, a coffee shop, and an ice cream parlor on July 16 at 5241 S. Washington St.—the new businesses give adults with disabilities job training and community-based work experience; the center, run by Advo Companies, plans to add a print shop and daycare to its growing services. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ The Panhandle People’s Pantry is providing free hot breakfast to children under 18 every weekday from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Black Historical Cultural Center until August 13 — the program offers French toast, waffles, eggs and more to help keep Amarillo kids well fed. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ United Way of Amarillo & Canyon will give away 300 box fans today from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 2207 Line Avenue in Amarillo to eligible seniors, families with children under 5, and those receiving disability benefits (eligibility must be verified with a Texas-issued ID, birth certificate, or SSDI award letter). ABC 7 Amarillo
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Chick-fil-A on Georgia Street is temporarily closing to remodel its drive-thru and parking lot and is expected to re-open in early October. The remodel will include employee transfers and temporary unemployment while customers visit other locations (this project aims to improve service and access). NewsTalk 940 AM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Our Lady of Guadalupe Church will host the 44th Las Fiestas de Amarillo this weekend with food booths, a silent auction, kid games and music—Saturday’s parade kicks off on Arthur Street at 11 a.m. and Sunday opens at 10 a.m. with a $5 entry fee after 5 p.m. for adults while kids 15 and under enter free. NewsChannel 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo families should review key dates for the 2025-26 school year, noting start days, holiday breaks, and changes in Bushland ISD’s schedule—where the school uses a 4-day week that gives most Fridays off. Parents are advised to plan ahead by checking supply lists and arranging childcare to avoid last-minute stress. 96.9 KISS FM
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Construction at the Commons at St. Anthony’s, where an old hospital is being turned into a 124-unit senior living facility for adults 55+ is 90% complete after crews addressed major structural issues with an $8.3 million budget extension. Developer Kent Hance said residents will move in by the end of Fall+and the application process begins in September while historic features like front sculptures and original doors are preserved. NewsChannel 10
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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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Back to School Drive
We're hosting a Back to School Drive to collect school supplies for the children we serve at Faith City Mission. You are welcome to drop off donations at 600 N. Tyler, or support online by purchasing from our DollarDays Wishlist URL: dollardays.com/faithcitymissions/wishlist.html
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