Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of October.
Good morning, Amarillo.
The Amarillo Winter Farmers Market will open tomorrow at 1301 SW 6th Ave, offering baked goods, local meats, and fresh produce grown indoors via hydroponics (Route 66 Produce) each Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Andrea’s Project will host its free Big Texas Rally for Recovery tomorrow from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Santa Fe Pavilion on 401 S.
Grant St, joining local groups such as Cenikor and the police to promote substance-use prevention and recovery support.
The Amarillo Club is partnering with Storybridge to host its Set the Table event on Oct.
15 (5 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.) at 600 S. Tyler St. Tickets cost $65 in advance and $75 at the door, with proceeds benefiting Storybridge's literacy program for local children.
A familiar Amarillo restaurant family opened Village Bakery and Deli at 9180 Town Square Blvd, suite 1310, in Town Square Village — they serve pies, sandwiches, and a rare salad bar after PJs Coffee closed.
Locals can visit during regular hours.
Liquidation Mania announced it will move into the empty Big Lots at 3415 S.
Bell Street to offer more deals on apparel, appliances, furniture, tools, and auto parts — replacing the bin system at Washington. Owner Kristina Montes said the store will open on Oct. 1 or early October.
Amarillo hosts several Oktoberfest celebrations starting early October, where locals can enjoy German beer, bratwurst and pretzels at backyard parties and public festivals (honoring a tradition that began with a royal wedding in 1810).
Since opening in 1972, the Amarillo Museum of Art on South Van Buren St has served the Panhandle by offering free visual art exhibits that highlight the region’s creative heritage.
The museum remains a key community resource for experiencing art firsthand.
The Amarillo Job Fair will take place Tuesday, Oct.
6 at the Civic Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nearly 100 employers will meet job seekers and may conduct on-the-spot interviews.
Potter County issued a $101,510 grant to support wildfire victims with housing repairs and infrastructure improvements, and the county approved debris cleanup after sorting 47 piles of waste.
Contractors were contacted and the plan for Sept. 1 pickup was tentatively set following last month’s meetings.
Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport now allows people without tickets to meet travelers at the gate via TSA PreCheck’s Gateside program starting today.
This change gives families and friends a secure way to greet arriving passengers.
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