Good morning, Amarillo.

Hundreds of community members and first responders gathered at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial Center in Amarillo to honor the September 11 victims—Sheriff Chris Forbis and Tim Reid both recalled their personal memories of that tragic day while urging the community to stay united. The event brought people together to remember the heroes and reflect on the impact of that historic moment.

The Texas Panhandle Builders Association will host Wing Wars Amarillo at 5823 Canyon Drive on Saturday, September 13 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.—tickets cost $35 and include wings, drinks, and live music.

Local cook teams will compete for People’s Choice and Judge’s Pick awards while proceeds benefit Amarillo Habitat for Humanity.

Residents needing free wi-fi can visit local restaurants—such as McDonald’s and Cracker Barrel, coffee shops like Starbucks and Palace Coffee, and the public library to access the Internet.

Scattered hotspots across the city also provide free connection points for students and others working online.

The Amarillo Tri-State Fair & Rodeo will host its 100th Annual Parade downtown tomorrow at 10 a.m.—featuring floats, drum lines and horses presented by Giving Home Health Care as the fair runs until Sept.

20.

On September 2, 2025, stray dogs broke into Caprock High FFA's barn and killed several goats and lambs, leaving students devastated and prompting school officials to review safety measures — a reminder of the risks faced by those raising show animals.

A study by Upgraded Points found that Amarillo’s airport had only four runway incursions between 2021 and 2024—none were high-risk.

This result shows that flying through Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport is a low-stress and safe experience.

Amarillo’s Georgia Street Whataburger is closed for roof repairs this week + the restaurant will reopen next Monday.

Tornado Laundromat will open in October at 501 23rd Street in Buffs Legacy Square—offering high-efficiency washers, free Wi-Fi, and student discounts to serve a growing Canyon population.

The new location will use a Sudsy soap injection system to make laundry day faster for students and local families.

Former Potter County Corrections Officer Hayden McAdams received the CLEAT Region 5 Officer of the Year award for his brave actions during the January 26 shooting on Polk Street in Amarillo—he put on a tourniquet and helped move injured bystanders to safety—as Gov. Greg Abbott and Sheriff Brian Thomas honored him on Sept. 6 and Sept. 10.

The West Texas A&M University Electronic Ensemble, including students from Amarillo, will perform a free show in the north parking lot at the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum at 6 p.m. Sept 15 to honor the venue’s enduring impact—director Ryan Ingebritsen said the performance will capture new sonic memories from the space.

Amarillo City Council approved a $557M budget for the fiscal year 2025 to 2026 on Sept 9 to raise the city tax rate from 38.723 to 43.07 cents per $100 valuation in order to fund pay raises for police and firefighters, road improvements, and public services.

The plan also supports design work for a $42M drainage project at Lawrence Lake and will be reviewed at a public hearing on Sept 16 — the revised budget aims to meet growing service and infrastructure needs.

The Cenikor Foundation in Amarillo announced it will end its inpatient substance abuse services by the end of this month after the state cut its grant by $1.4 million annually for the next five years—raising concerns about local emergency services and jail overcrowding.

It will continue offering outpatient care and assist clients in relocating to other recovery housing options.

Amarillo Sod Poodles clinched a playoff spot after winning 4 to 0 over Midland last night and improved to a 39 to 28 record in the second half—setting up a matchup with Midland when playoffs begin on September 16 in Amarillo.

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.

OpenShift Fundamentals Training

Mon, Oct 6 – Wed, Oct 8 — Amarillo College — Cost information not provided — Enhance your software development skills with this Linux-focused training class.

Amarillo International Film Festival

6-9 p.m. — Arts in the Sunset — Check website for ticket info — Celebrate global cinema with independent films, director panels, and industry insights.

Cottonwood Faire

10 AM – 6 PM — Thompson Memorial Park — Enjoy a variety of entertainment and food — Experience medieval combat, interact with characters, and relish festival fare at Amarillo's Renaissance faire.