Good morning, Amarillo.

Storybridge continues Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in the Panhandle by sending a free, age-appropriate book every month to about 10,000 enrolled children for ages birth to five.

The program plans to expand to serve all 26 counties, ensuring Parton’s lasting legacy lives on.

Residents will join the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's at Sam Houston Park (4101 Line Ave) on Saturday, Aug.

29. The event includes a 10 a.m. opening ceremony and a walk starting at 10:30 a.m. to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Association.

Cenikor Prevention Services and Legacy United are co-hosting a free Family Field Day today from noon to 6 p.m. at 901 N.

Hayden. Amarillo-area youth, families and local organizations will join in games, activities and awards (supporting healthy, substance-free fun for the community).

Designer Matthew Rosas debuts his new collection on stage today at the 'Healed By A Promise' event to support Colorful Closet + his show brings creative flair to our community.

Amarillo Little Theatre presents Come From Away from Sept.

3 to 20 as a tribute to 9/11 with evening shows at 7:30 p.m. and a special first responder performance on Sept. 10 (tickets are available online or by phone).

Route 66: The Main Street of America will have its Texas State Premiere in Amarillo on Sept.

25 at Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts as part of the Centennial Roadshow that will tour several states this fall.

Amarillo gas prices remain steep at $3.77 per gallon, a one-cent increase since last week + AAA said record-high Texas prices reflect global oil market uncertainty.

Texas law does not set a specific age for leaving kids alone, and experts advise parents to test their child's readiness before extended unsupervised time.

Parents can begin with short trips (such as a quick visit to the store) and confirm that children know to call 911 in emergencies.

Region 16 ESC celebrated its 60th anniversary on Friday, Aug.

28 with a party featuring State Rep. Caroline Fairly, who presented a Texas flag flown over the Capitol (a symbol of local pride). The center supports dozens of school districts and nearly 80,000 students across the Texas Panhandle.

Region 16 celebrated its Diamond Anniversary Friday, marking 60 years of support that began with the Panhandle Education Organization in 1965 + serving 60 school districts and 226 campuses across 26,000 square miles with Amarillo at its center.

Amarillo faces persistent extreme heat today as a heat dome pushes temperatures 10 to 15 degrees above normal and worsens drought conditions.

Officials urge residents to follow the Stage 1 Drought Contingency Plan and stay hydrated — significant rain is not expected.

Amarillo Fire Department crews worked today along Ninth Street Trails in the medical district to trim trees and clear low vegetation to reduce wildfire risk near buildings.

Officials said crews will complete more fire mitigation projects in the coming months (Fire Department).