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Amarillo
Sunday, October 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Best Thai Restaurant in Canyon faced a lease challenge but secured a new home at 1202 23rd Street and will continue serving customers at its current location at 210 23rd Street (while preparing the move) to avoid closure (according to the owners). NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ An Amarillo DoorDash driver picked up a Burger King order that included a $1 donation to the BK Foundation as an extra item—something he had not seen before. He said he hopes more restaurants will offer this option and that customers will still tip well. NewsTalk 940 AM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Randall County GOP Chairman Kelly Giles hired lawyer T. Lynn Walden to defend him in an ongoing election fraud case—he was accused of fraudulently certifying his application and nominating petition and called his legal troubles a political hit job linked to his opposition to the Proposition A Sanctuary City for the Unborn initiative during his 2024 primary campaign. The Amarillo Pioneer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Amarillo Film Festival will run from October 9-11 at Arts In The Sunset and will feature 62 films from Texas and international filmmakers — including narrative, documentary, and short films. Organized by the Amarillo Film Society and the Greater Amarillo Film Commission, the event is expected to draw film lovers to local screenings. NewsTalk 940 AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas Rep. James Talarico announced his run for the U.S. Senate by challenging billionaire mega donors and promising to lower costs for working Texans. He raised more than $6.2M in grassroots funds and will campaign statewide—planning a stop in the Panhandle in the coming weeks. Amarillo Globe-News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Neon Slugfest - Calling All Slug Bugs Car Show
Get ready to glow at NEON SLUGFEST: Our 12th Annual Car Show happening Saturday, October 18th at Street Volkswagen! Live music, food trucks, prizes, face painting & more. It's free to register at streetvw.com
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