Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
Good morning, Amarillo.
On Saturday evening just past 8, Amarillo Police responded to a major crash on the 7700 block of Southeast 3rd when a 2014 Harley Davidson lost control and hit a 2016 Honda, causing both unhelmeted riders to be thrown from their bikes and die at the scene while officers investigated the incident.
Amarillo Police responded to a shooting at Indian Trail Apartments on the 4100 block of Prairie Avenue at 9:54 p.m. Saturday, where they found a 20-year-old man with gunshot wounds from a dispute over a girlfriend— the suspected shooter provided first aid as officers arrived and the victim was taken to Northwest Texas Hospital in stable condition.
Amarillo police are looking for Thalia Garcia—a 10-year-old girl last seen at 9 p.m. near 27th Ave and South Cleveland Street wearing a pink tie-dye T-shirt with a red heart, shorts, no shoes, glasses, and a single braid.
Trusted city employees and credit union officers in the Texas Panhandle—such as Amarillo, Borger, Dumas, and Pampa—allegedly embezzled thousands from federally funded programs and local institutions over several years, shocking small communities.
TxDOT Amarillo said that today the right lane on southbound US 87 from Cherry Avenue to SL 335 is closed for mill and fill work and the eastbound SL 335 ramp from FM 1061 is closed from 5:30 a.m. to noon for a bridge deck pour.
The report adds that additional lane closures on US 87, I-27 and SH 15 will occur this week for pavement repairs and high-mast lighting installation—traffic will be guided by signs and a pilot car.
Clifton Builders announced a new development called Clifton Ridge in Canyon that will offer 1,000 sq ft homes for under $200,000 and larger single-family homes on one- to two-acre lots for under $330,000.
The project, near the Canyon Country Club, will begin in two months—designed for first-time buyers and those looking to downsize.
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.
Wibby Wednesday Featuring Ghosts of Gray County
7-9 p.m. — Six Car Pub & Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy gritty vocals and ripping guitar while sipping on cold drinks at this lively duo performance.
Wibby Wednesday featuring El Salto
6-10 p.m. — Six Car Pub & Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live music in the beer garden while sipping on local brews.
Tri-State Fair & Rodeo
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM — Amarillo Tri-State Exposition & Tri-State Fair & Rodeo — Admission varies — A nine-day celebration of agriculture, entertainment, and community traditions since 1923.
Wibby Wednesday with Neon Heartland
7-11 p.m. — Six Car Pub & Brewery — Free entry — Neon Heartland brings millennial nostalgia to the Six Car Stage.
Linux Fundamentals GL120 Training Class
Sep 22-26 — Amarillo College — Cost varies — Dive deep into Linux concepts and gain essential IT skills in a hands-on environment.
Last Party on the Patio with Velvet Funk
7-9 p.m. — Six Car Pub & Brewery — Free entry — Celebrate the end of patio season with Velvet Funk at this lively pub gathering.
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