Good morning, Amarillo.

St. Matthew’s Methodist Church at 1631 S Roberts in Amarillo will host its final fundraiser of the year on November 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., serving two gorditas, rice, beans, and a bottled water for $14 as a new dish replacing the traditional sopapillas—kids can get a special plate for $7.

Square Mile Community Development is collecting monetary and food donations to help about 300 refugees in the Texas Panhandle as the government shutdown continues.

The organization is asking for donations of chicken, rice, flour, beans and vegetable oil—using fresh produce from its urban farms to provide healthy food while waiting for SNAP benefits to resume.

Select United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos stores — including three Amarillo locations — will extend their hours starting November 2, now closing at 11 p.m. instead of 10 p.m. This change gives shoppers one extra hour to shop.

Small business owners in the Texas Panhandle can apply for West Texas A&M University's Buff Business Summit and Competition (applications close on Nov.

3) as twelve businesses will be chosen to present challenges on Dec. 1, Dec. 5, or Dec. 8 to receive innovative solutions and local exposure.

The Little Gym will open soon in Wolflin Square at 2626 Wolflin Ave—offering gymnastics classes and birthday parties for children ages 4 months to 12 years—while contractors finish final enhancements to the facility.

La Frontera has refreshed its storefront with a new coat of paint and security lights using the Business Improvement Grant Program that offers up to a 50 percent match for exterior projects.

Eligible Amarillo businesses in neighborhoods like the Barrio, Eastridge, North Heights, San Jacinto + Route 66 can apply starting November 3 and may reapply annually after completed improvements are reimbursed.

A statue called 'The Amarillo Cowboy' was unveiled today at City Hall and was donated by King and Dianne Hill.

It was created by King's father in honor of his cowboy grandfather from LX Ranch — a tribute to the enduring spirit of local cowboys.

Today the Amarillo Council for the Latino Arts hosts its third Day of the Dead Festival at Starlight Ranch starting at noon—this free event displays art, food, culture, and tradition with a Catrina contest and a fashion show featuring 240 artists such as Isabel Almanza.

Amarillo College and International Aerospace Coatings honored late Donnie Hammer on Oct.

9 by presenting the inaugural Donnie Hammer Memorial Scholarship at the East Campus Public Service Training Center—aviation student Bryan Lopez was recognized to support his pursuit of certification.

The Education Credit Union Foundation awarded 162 Pocket Change Grants to Texas Panhandle educators in 33 school districts and 102 campuses—supporting teachers like the Puckett Elementary music teacher to purchase extra instruments so each student can experience music.

Amarillo Botanical Gardens Executive Director Greg Lusk advised locals to reduce watering now to harden their plants before freezing temperatures arrive—he added that insulative cloths can trap ground heat while some plants may not survive the cold.

He warned against using plastic covers without extra heat and noted that the recent moisture in deeper soil should help many gardens withstand the winter.

The Laura W. Bush Institute for Women’s Health will host Girl Power: Girls in Real Life on November 6 at the Amarillo Civic Center Regency Room from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.—girls in 5th to 8th grade and their female guardians will attend with Dr. Amy Stark discussing self-esteem and healthy relationships while admission is $5 including dinner and door prizes.

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.