Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of August.
Good morning, Amarillo.
🏘️ Community
Gwen Hicks, founder of Amarillo Angels and longtime educator who helped local foster families, died Friday at 66.
A memorial service is held today at 10 a.m. at Hillside Christian Church's Amarillo West Campus.
AAMW has launched its annual Clear the Shelters campaign with 50% off adult adoption fees until Aug.29 and a Pokémon-themed event on Aug.29.
The shelter is at 3501 S. Osage and is open Tues.-Sat. from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Helium Heights is hosting a two-day back-to-school bash on Friday, Aug.
14 and Saturday, Aug. 15 at its venue (10001 W. Amarillo Blvd) featuring local vendors, interactive kids' activities and food trucks. Families can shop for supplies and enjoy a fun weekend ahead of the new school year.
Amarillo Animal Management & Welfare is hosting Clear the Shelter Month in August to find homes for 300 pets and offering 50% off fees with spay/neuter, microchip and shots.
A 'Gotta Catch 'Em All!' event is set for Aug. 29 at 3501 S. Osage St. (shelter hours apply)
🚧 Accidents
A mechanical malfunction left 18 riders stranded on the Texas Tornado at Wonderland Amusement Park Saturday night.
Firefighters rescued the riders using aerial equipment + one person was evaluated at the scene with no serious injuries reported.
💼 Business
Golden Corral in Amarillo reopened after a brief closure due to ceiling leaks on its buffet — inspectors gave it a 92 score and it was busy on Aug.
2.
Ms. Piggy's Custom Bake Shoppe is celebrating its 40th anniversary on Aug.
8 at its 6030 SW 33rd location. The bakery, which has been a local favorite since 1986, invites residents to enjoy its famed cookies while marking four decades of sweet tradition.
Spirit Halloween is now open at Westgate Mall at 7701 W.
Interstate 40 & will launch its Bell Street store by August 8 as it gears up for the Halloween season.
🎭 Culture
Cadillac Ranch, the art installation with ten vintage Cadillacs partly buried, was ranked the third best roadside attraction for a playcation by rental car company SIXT.
The study shows heavy online interest with numerous Google + TikTok searches, drawing families to a spot that adds fun to any road trip.
🎓 Education
Amarillo College has received a $500K grant to expand its welding training program at East Campus.
The two-year grant will fund improvements in stainless steel and aluminum welding courses, faculty training, and new continuing education credentials until 2028.
🌲 Environment
Amarillo's intense heat is causing heat stress in lawns and gardens, with plants wilting and grass losing its lush color.
Experts advise residents to water carefully, considering the local clay soil and the specific needs of various grass types and vegetable gardens.
🏛️ Government
Dr. Dorothy Vanderford, Oppenheimer’s granddaughter, visited the Pantex Plant today to survey a new emergency communications network for national security.
Pantex officials noted a historic link to J. Robert Oppenheimer that continues to influence the facility’s mission.
Texas banned several hemp-derived THC products (Delta-8, Delta-10, THCA flower) that many Panhandle stores used to sell, with one store losing 65% of its revenue.
Delta-9 products with less than 0.3% THC remain legal, letting businesses adjust to the new rules.
📰 Lifestyle
Starting tomorrow, Malcolm's Ice Cream & Food Temptations offers half-price kids' meals with a free scoop when an adult meal is purchased throughout August (dine-in only).
This back-to-school special helps Amarillo families ease the cost of extra supplies.
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