Good morning, Amarillo.

Amarillo's Tacos Garcia will move from its longtime spot at 1100 Ross St. to a new location at 1619 South Kentucky and is expected to settle in by January.

The restaurant will continue serving its famous salsas and margaritas to loyal and new customers.

Independent bookstores in Amarillo are attracting locals who seek books and events—this trend is part of a state boost with 21 new stores opening last year and 13 so far this year.

Local shops like Burrowing Owl Books and Aunt Eek's Books & Curiosities offer unique themes that fit different tastes.

The Big Texan in Amarillo was built using wood from POW camp barracks taken from the Air Force Base — linking the landmark to World War II history.

The restaurant moved to its I-40 site in 1969 and was rebuilt after a 1976 fire destroyed its original dining room and antiques.

The Randall County Sheriff’s Office reported a grass fire spread south of Amarillo—between FM 1151 and East Costley Road—that burned about 70 acres and was 50% contained.

Officials said they would give more updates as further details become available.

Multiple agencies and the Texas A&M Forest Service are working to contain two fires burning in Potter and Wheeler counties— the 'C2' fire in Potter has burned 70 acres and is 50% contained while the 'Bronco Creek' fire in Wheeler has burned 200 acres and is 65% contained.

Crews from Dumas and local agencies dropped fire retardant using three aircraft and one private helicopter as windy conditions continue to affect the area.

The Texas A&M Forest Service awarded $164 million to volunteer fire departments across Texas, including over $5 million for 31 Panhandle departments to buy upgraded fire trucks and equipment.

Groom VFD received $45,000 to upgrade a truck to a 750-gallon unit—helping improve its response to grass and semi fires.

Texas Game Wardens debunked seven common hunting myths ahead of the ongoing archery-only season, urging hunters to follow state rules and use the TPWD mobile app for updated licenses—advice that stresses safety, proper gear and ethical shot practices.

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.

Hiring Red, White & You Job Fair

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Workforce Solutions Panhandle Child Care Services — Free entry — A job fair supporting veterans and the general public with multiple employer opportunities.

Ragtime Musical Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Amarillo Little Theatre — Cost info unavailable — Experience a sweeping musical adaptation of E.L. Doctorow’s novel at the dawn of the 20th Century.

Ragtime Musical Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Amarillo Little Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the gripping storytelling of three families chasing the American Dream in this musical adaptation.

WRCA After Party with Jake Hooker & The Outsiders

1-2:30 p.m. — Amarillo National Center — Free entry — Celebrate the spirit of the rodeo with music and community vibes.

RHCSA Exam Preparation Training

Nov 17-21 — Amarillo College — $2250 — Rapid training to fill gaps in Linux system administration knowledge for RHCSA certification.