Good morning, Amarillo.

The Amarillo Pioneer reviewed The Smashing Machine and said Dwayne Johnson shows his best work as Mark Kerr, a fighter who faces drug problems, career setbacks and a tough relationship with Emily Blunt’s role—this sports bio runs 123 minutes and feels slow in parts despite strong fight scenes.

TxDOT Amarillo has issued a report on planned detours and lane closures that will affect major roads this week — northbound traffic at the US 60/US 87 bridge will detour to the frontage road today, and crews will work on I-27, FM 1912, US 87 and I-40 through Oct.

10 with barrier placements and repairs expected to finish by the end of 2025.

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.

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

Autocross Event #5

8:30 a.m. — Westgate Mall — $35 SCCA Members, $45 Non-members — Experience the thrill of racing while helping set up the course at this exciting autocross event.

Motown: Back in the Day, Here to Stay

7-10:30 p.m. — The Bliss Venue — Tickets available — Experience a soul-stirring celebration of Motown music with electrifying performances from premier R&B groups.

VMware vSphere 8.0 Skill Up Training Class

Mon-Fri, Oct 27-31 — Amarillo College — $2400 — Enhance your VMware skills with this hands-on training course.

RED HAT ENTERPRISE LINUX SYSTEMS ADMIN I Training

November 3-7 — Amarillo College — $2250 — Comprehensive training course for aspiring Linux system administrators.