Good Day
Amarillo
Thursday, August 22nd, 2024
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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man on a bicycle was hospitalized and cited for failing to yield before pulling in front of a car in Amarillo, resulting in a collision. ABC 7 Amarillo
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Property crime, particularly car theft, is a significant issue in Amarillo, with specific hotspots including around Rick Husband International Airport and the Lake Tanglewood area. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ In Amarillo, Texas, a man named Robert Casey was arrested following a police chase in a vehicle reported stolen earlier that day. ABC 7 Amarillo
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West Texas A&M University introduces no-charge textbooks, an embedded associate degree program, and campus upgrades as students return for fall 2024. Amarillo Globe-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Panhandle's extreme summer heat is expected to shift to cooler temperatures starting mid-September according to the Farmer's Almanac, with a warmer winter yet periodic cold snaps and precipitation predicted. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ Amarillo, Texas is currently experiencing a severe heat wave, with temperatures reaching triple digits and potentially breaking the record for the longest streak of such high temperatures. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories across West Texas, warning of temperatures reaching up to 109 degrees and advising residents on cooling off methods. Amarillo Globe-News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo welcomes Sushi Yama, a new sushi restaurant by the owners of the well-regarded Oishii Japanese Sushi and Sake, highlighting the city's growing variety in dining options. 96.9 KISS FM
SHOP NEWS
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Toddler Play Day at Warford Activity Center
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Parent and Tot Swim Lessons - Session 7
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Private Swim Lessons for Kids - Session 7
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In-Person Networking Gathering at Bivins Village
Experience an opportunity to connect with new friends and colleagues while enjoying food provided by Edna Zack at this local networking event.
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Amarillo Symphony: Pictures at an Exhibition with Digital Art
Experience a mesmerizing blend of classical music and digital art featuring Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, alongside works by Adam Schoenberg and Kevin Puts, performed by the Amarillo Symphony.
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Tri-State RHAA Competition - September 2024
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Toddler Play Day at Charles E. Warford Activity Center
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Worship Team Auditions at Messiah's House Church
Experience the opportunity to showcase your musical talents by auditioning for the Worship Team, designed for individuals aged 16 and above.
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Classic Story Time for Kids
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Live Dead and Brothers Concert
Experience an engaging evening of live music at the Amarillo Civic Center Complex featuring the renowned Live Dead and Brothers.
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