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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A deadly explosion at the Panhandle Milling flour mill in Deaf Smith County on July 23 (in the early morning) injured three people and killed Melissa Mungia (36 and mother of three), whose family remembered her kind nature. NewsChannel 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A popular bakery at the Summit Shopping Center at 34th and Coulter is for sale as owner Cara Linn downsizes to focus on one location. The sale includes full equipment and a working commercial kitchen — the lease will transfer for $150,000 with owner financing available. NewsTalk 940 AM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo Assistant Police Chief Ken Funtek is retiring effective Aug. 11 amid a DWI investigation after witnesses reported he hit an SUV at Macaroni Joes and drove away — police have sent the case to the Potter County Attorney’s Office for review. ABC 7 Amarillo
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ AMA-CON, Amarillo’s original pop culture event, will be held Saturday, Aug. 2 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Amarillo Civic Center with family-friendly activities, cosplay contests and gaming tournaments. Special guest Optimus Prime will appear — admission is $8 for a one-day pass and $10 for a two-day pass as proceeds benefit Friends of the Amarillo Public Library. NewsChannel 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo parents are urged to prepare for the 2025-26 school year as key dates for drop-offs, holiday breaks, and Meet the Teacher nights for local districts are being finalized. Bushland ISD is changing to a 4-day school week—giving kids Fridays off—while other school calendars update to ease back-to-school transitions. NewsTalk 940 AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT will install new RRFB lights at the Loop 335—Arden intersection near West Plains High School to help stop cars when pedestrians press a button. The lights will be working before the school year starts to boost safety after several accidents and one death. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ Assistant Police Chief Ken Funtek announced his retirement after 33 years of service; his retirement will take effect on August 11. He began his career in 1992, served with the Marines, and held roles as a patrol officer + K-9 handler + board member for community programs. NewsChannel 10
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local burger lovers have ranked the top 10 greasiest burgers in town that leave your hands and napkins dripping (a hint of quality) after tasting offerings from restaurants and food trucks in Amarillo. The guide helps fans know where to find these messy, tasty treats. 96.9 KISS FM
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Back to School Drive
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Autocross Event #4
8:30 a.m. — Westgate Mall — $35 for SCCA Members, $45 for Non-Members — Test your driving skills with a thrilling autocross competition.
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