Good morning, Amarillo.

Amarillo rock climbing gym ARCH closed at the end of September — it was a popular spot at AMP’d at Townsquare where both beginners and experts met to climb.

Its closure has left local enthusiasts searching for a new community hub.

NAACP Amarillo will host its 2025 Dr. RW Jones Freedom Fund Banquet this Saturday, Nov.

1 at 6 p.m. at the Amarillo Civic Center Grand Plaza—guest speaker Dr. Rashad Richey, known for his work on civil rights and higher education, will address the attendees as ticket prices range from $35 for students to $65 for individuals.

Families gathered at Bones Hooks Park on Saturday, Oct.

25 for Shi Lee's 10th annual Trunk or Treat, where over 1,000 new coats and free books by StoryBridge were given to help kids stay warm—showing strong local support. Organizer Tremaine Brown said the event, which began at 3 p.m., brought Amarillo together to care for its children.

Tickets are on sale for United Way’s United on the Range Gala set for November 8 at the Rex Baxter Building (3401 S.E.

10th Ave), where community members will gather for live music, food and entertainment that support area families. General admission is $75 for individuals and $130 for couples; doors open at 8 p.m. with a concert headlined by country artist Ned LeDoux at 9:15 p.m.

On Wednesday, Oct 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.—Coalition of Health Services, Inc. will host a food truck fundraiser at 301 S.

Polk St. to benefit the Uniting Parents program, and attendees can enter to win prizes.

Big Jim’s Pizza has announced that if SNAP benefits are not funded by November 1, it will offer a free slice of cheese or pepperoni pizza to kids (15 and under) to help families with food needs.

Parents must pick up the slice by showing a SNAP card and valid photo ID, and orders will come with a 10% discount on meals.

Amarillo's Shi Lee's Barbecue and Soul Food Café at 1213 SW 3rd Avenue got a major exterior remodel that refreshed its look to help serve the community.

The restaurant will soon upgrade its parking lot and outdoor landscaping to make the space more welcoming.

Center City of Amarillo is hosting its final Jazztober event today from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Historic Bivins Home at 1000 S.

Polk St—Ruth Ellen Lynch and Jazz Plus will perform, and the event features the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile plus a free Halloween doggie dressup contest with on-site sign-up at 4:30 p.m. in the south parking lot.

Tickets for the Hispanic Heritage Luncheon are on sale for Wednesday, Oct 29 at the Amarillo Civic Center Grand Plaza from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Organizers will honor community leaders to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic Americans—highlighting awards such as Hispanic Man of the Year, Hispanic Woman of the Year, Young Rising Star, and Lifetime Heart of the Barrio.

River Road ISD in Amarillo got a $349K federal grant to make schools safer with new technology and proven methods — Sen. Cornyn, who helped secure the funds, said the money will let schools use data-backed plans to protect students.

Amarillo food banks and charities are helping families as the government shutdown continues and SNAP benefits pause next month.

The High Plains Food Bank, Catholic Charities and Big Jim’s Pizza are providing food and free kid meals—assisting thousands in the Texas Panhandle and Eastern New Mexico.

Dr. Gregg Veneklasen runs Timber Creek Equine Veterinary Hospital between Canyon and Palo Duro Canyon State Park—where many horses are cloned for rodeo work, including those headed for the National Finals Rodeo.

He began the practice in 1989 after working at a large ranch and now uses a special cloning technique to maintain top bucking horse genetics.

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.

Discovery Fridays

9 a.m.–4 p.m. — Don Harrington Discovery Center — Check website for pricing — Engage kids in hands-on science labs and exciting demonstrations for a day of fun discovery.