Good morning, Amarillo.

Over 200 pets found new homes at Amarillo Animal Management & Welfare's Puppy Pool Party on August 23—part of the Clear the Shelters campaign, which will continue with waived fees and required screening until Saturday, August 31.

Amarillo golfers will soon enjoy an indoor simulator from Back Nine Golf at Wolflin Square—taking over the former Banana Bush site.

Leasing agent Kirk Chudej confirmed the 2,938 square-foot facility will offer a weather-proof experience for both families and serious players.

Amarillo police are searching for 16-year-old Israel Palacios, who was last seen Sunday at 6 p.m. at his home on N.

Bivins near Martin Lake wearing a tan 'Scarface' t-shirt, black baseball cap, jeans and black New Balance shoes—he is diabetic and needs insulin; anyone with information should call the police.

A Cadillac SUV ran a red light at Olsen Blvd. and I-40 around 10:30 a.m., colliding with a Toyota sedan and injuring both drivers — both vehicles were totaled and the victims were taken to the hospital.

Storybridge LIVE returns for its fifth year on Saturday, Oct.

4 from 9 a.m. to noon at Hodgetown Stadium, offering families a day to meet book characters, enjoy face painting, see balloon art and receive free books plus a souvenir autograph card; Early Access tickets for $10 allow guests to join at 9 a.m. for shorter lines.

Amarillo and Canyon ISDs increased teacher pay and safety funds but still face budget gaps and rising costs for school security—district leaders noted that declining enrollment and a court order blocking a mandate for Ten Commandments posters add to their challenges.

They stressed that while new state funds help, more support is needed as the school year begins.

The City of Amarillo Environmental Health Department expanded its mosquito control program by releasing fathead minnows after studying a similar effort in Las Vegas.

The department has released the native fish at four city sites from indoor tanks and plans to let residents take minnows for their properties — a cost-effective alternative to chemical treatments.

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.