Friday, October 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The construction of a new building for McAlister’s Deli may have ended the cycle of businesses frequently closing at a historically 'cursed' location in Amarillo. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ An Amarillo orthodontics office is actively seeking to return a lost stuffed animal to its young owner. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ The Amarillo Area Corvette Car Club is organizing a benefit Poker Run to support Our Children’s Blessing and the Palo Duro High School ROTC. KGNC
- ➤ Education Credit Union partners with Barrio Neighborhood Planning Committee to offer a free class on homeownership, covering financial aid, budgeting, and credit scores at the East Branch Library. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ Krankers Klub's car show on Oct. 12 aims to support Angel’s Safe Home by fundraising through entry fees, a silent auction, and other activities. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ BSA Hospice of the Southwest to hold a Rose Memorial this Saturday to celebrate the lives of deceased loved ones, featuring a nondenominational service and reception. NewsChannel 10
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The RANGE, originally the Amarillo Global Food Hub, aggregates businesses and educational entities in the beef and dairy industries to foster innovation and economic growth through collaboration and grants. Amarillo Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Zoe's Kitchen in Amarillo introduces homemade Turkish foods, including baklava, enticing local taste buds with a variety of baked goods. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ A guide to finding the best cinnamon rolls in Amarillo, highlighting top bakeries and unique dietary options. 96.9 KISS FM
SHOP NEWS
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Beetlemania - Calling All Slug Bugs Street Volkswagen Car Show
Get ready to twist and shout at our 11th Calling All Slug Bugs Car Show! Join us from 10 am - 4 pm for a day filled with classic VW Beetles, music, and fun!
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Beetlemania - Calling All Slug Bugs Street Volkswagen Car Show
Get ready to twist and shout at our 11th Calling All Slug Bugs Car Show! Join us from 10 am - 4 pm for a day filled with classic VW Beetles, music, and fun!
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Blueprint: Empowering Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Learn how to transform your business ideas into reality through the Strategyzer business model canvas at this monthly start-up program.
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English as a Second Language Classes at Downtown Library
Learn English through engaging classes available on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Downtown Library, following a structured curriculum from September to December.
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Healthy Shopping Tour: Gluten & Dairy Free Insights
Learn the essentials of shopping for health with a registered dietitian during a guided store tour focused on gluten and dairy-free products.
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Toddler Play Day at Warford Activity Center
Experience a fun and engaging environment for toddlers where parents can attend for free and enjoy various play activities every Thursday.
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Charlie Hickman Band Live at Hoot's Pub
Experience a night of live music with the Charlie Hickman Band at Hoot's Pub in Amarillo.
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Taste the World: Amarillo's Global Food Scene
One entry ticket gets you access to unlimited samples from food booths representing countries and cultures from around the world, including Laos, Haiti, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Somalia, Afghanistan and more! Try all kinds of delicious food, then bid on original Kenyan collage art, participate in a collaborative art project and enjoy the mellow vibes of Chill Son all while raising money for Refugee Language Project!
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Taste the World: Amarillo's Global Food Scene
One entry ticket gets you access to unlimited samples from food booths representing countries and cultures from around the world, including Laos, Haiti, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Somalia, Afghanistan and more! Try all kinds of delicious food, then bid on original Kenyan collage art, participate in a collaborative art project and enjoy the mellow vibes of Chill Son all while raising money for Refugee Language Project!
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Toddler Play Day at Charles E. Warford Activity Center
Experience a fun-filled day of engaging toys and activities designed for toddlers aged 5 and under, with free admission for parents and guardians.
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Classic Storytime at Southwest Amarillo Public Library
Experience engaging storytime sessions that include games and crafts to help develop language and fine motor skills for children aged 3 and up.
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English as a Second Language Classes - East Branch
Learn English in a supportive environment with classes available for all levels at the East Amarillo Public Library.
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Restoring Peace Banquet
11th annual Bridges To Life fund raising banquet November 14th in the Student Ministry Center @ Trinity Fellowship Church 6 PM. Contact Tac Buchanan for more information.
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