Good morning, Amarillo.

Firehouse Subs donated nearly $25,000 so Amarillo Fire Station No. 8 could buy new hoses—this support helps local firefighters maintain their equipment.

The restaurant, founded by Florida firefighters, has a long history of giving back to local fire departments.

Local business owner Danny Byrd died Tuesday, Sept 2 and was known for founding popular eateries such as Bourbon Street Café, Feldman’s Wrong Way Diner and The Lumberyard in Canyon—memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at The Lumberyard Patio.

Amarillo area organizations will host War of Wagons II at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial on Sept.

5 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.—a free food truck battle that supports veterans and mental health awareness. Organizers include the Amarillo VA and Easy Thoughts Counseling, and attendees may bring their own lawn chairs and coolers to enjoy food and live music.

Texas Department of Public Safety said one person died in a crash on US 287 north of Amarillo at 12:20 p.m. on Wednesday—details on the incident are not yet available.

Amarillo officers tracked an employment scam reported on August 14 in which a suspect sent fraudulent checks that were turned into cryptocurrency and froze the funds on August 18 before they were returned on September 1—helping the victim avoid a major financial loss.

Texas lawmakers are debating SB10— a bill that may lower Amarillo's property tax growth cap from 3.5% to as low as 1%— and Amarillo CFO Laura Storrs warned that if approved, the change could restrict funds for raises and public safety.

The Senate and House continue to review the amendments while community leaders stress that even small adjustments could impact local services.

Amarillo police have strengthened mental health support during Suicide Awareness Month by training crisis intervention teams with mental health professionals and urging residents to reach out when they notice changes in behavior.

The department will host a national law enforcement suicide awareness walk on Sept. 26—an event aimed at supporting both community members and officers in crisis.

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.

Zach Williams with We The Kingdom Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Amarillo Civic Center Complex — Ticket info available — Experience an uplifting evening of music with Zach Williams and We The Kingdom.