Good morning, Amarillo.

An 84-year-old Amarillo man with dementia reported missing on Tuesday was found safe near Santa Rosa (2.5 hours west of Amarillo) on Wednesday after leaving his home around 7:20 p.m. Tuesday, and he has now been reunited with his family.

Castro Family Farm in Canyon now operates an honor system farm stand on South Washington — it offers fresh eggs, plants, seasonal Marcucci Kitchen lip balms and watermelon jelly, custom chicken coop designs and hosts flower-picking parties.

The AFP Texas Plains Chapter announced honorees for the 34th National Philanthropy Day Awards with a luncheon (11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.) on Thursday, Nov.

19 in the Grand Plaza Room at the Amarillo Civic Center. Nonprofit tables are available at discounted rates until Oct. 1.

Amarillo residents may dine at Texas Roadhouse from 5 to 9 p.m. today during the Tip A Cop fundraiser, when law enforcement officers volunteer to serve dinner and collect donations for Special Olympics Texas to support year-round sports training for athletes with intellectual disabilities.

On Saturday, July 18, the Pleasant Valley/River Road Revitalization Group hosted a picnic that distributed 103 backpacks to help local students prepare for school and united partners like the Amarillo Public Health Department & City Councilman Tim Reid to support future projects such as a playground replacement.

On Christmas Day, 1887, L.G.

Conner settled in the area and blacksmith A.L. Hammond suggested naming it for the nearby canyon+ the town eventually became Canyon. Local lore notes that extra signatures from travelers and even horses helped form the county.

A replica of Optimus Prime stands at Dos Gringos Fireworks on FM 2590 as a new local landmark — drawing Transformers fans to explore the tribute and upcoming figures like Megatron and Bumblebee after the store opened in June ahead of the fourth of July.

Twelve-year-old Rylee Jo Lively is hosting her sixth annual back-to-school giveaway this Saturday, July 25 at Whiteface Ford in Hereford (10:00 a.m. start).

Local students from kindergarten through high school can receive a backpack filled with essential supplies.

Region 16 Education Service Center announced 31 educators as nominees for regional Teacher of the Year awards, with winners advancing to the 2027 Texas Teacher of the Year contest.

State finalists will be announced on Aug. 25 and awards presented on Oct. 16 (elementary and secondary).

West Texas A&M University is hosting summer camp programs including academic, music, and technology sessions, drawing over 4,600 minors from Texas and other states.

Officials say the programs build early faculty connections — boosting both research efforts and future enrollment.

Canyon ISD said 402 of nearly 800 graduates earned an industry certification, up from 22% last year, as part of 11 career programs designed for local jobs.

The district hosts Trade Days for students to explore hands-on internship opportunities (including connections with area businesses).

Canyon has gained local acclaim with its new 653-foot wind turbine (the tallest in the USA) built in 2018 near West Texas A&M’s test facility.

The wind that once powered ranchers' water pumps now helps supply energy to local homes.

Amarillo is forecast to reach 103 today, breaking its previous heat record.

Residents are advised to stay hydrated & limit time outdoors to avoid heat-related risks.

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.