Good morning, Amarillo.

Amarillo area homeowners in Potter and Randall counties will face higher property tax bills in 2025 as cities, counties, and school districts raise rates to cover rising costs—especially in Canyon where a public safety bond drives the steepest increase.

WTAMU is training Sally, a young buffalo known as Thunder XVI, to be the next live mascot after her mother died and she was taken in by Dr. Kelly Jones and 12 Herdsmen — she will debut on the field when Thunder XV retires.

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.