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Amarillo
Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tomorrow, the Area Agency on Aging of the Panhandle will host its 19th annual Caregiver Conference at the Central Church of Christ Commons Room at 1401 S. Madison St with free admission but limited seating. Attendees, including caregivers, professionals and community members, will learn stress management and communication techniques and earn free continuing education credits while listening to speaker Hollie Lowe from the James L. West Center for Dementia Care. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ Bank of America awarded Amarillo Habitat for Humanity a Neighborhood Builders grant that provided $50,000 in unrestricted funding — the support will help the nonprofit expand leadership training and access a national network to aid more families in finding safe homes. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ Major Tex Ellis said the Salvation Army needs volunteers this holiday season to man 25 red kettles across Amarillo from Monday through Saturday to help reach its $100,000 goal. People can sign up until the week before Christmas Eve and assist with shelter, meals, and utility help—making a direct impact in the community. ABC 7 Amarillo
- ➤ On Nov 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Amarillo Zoo will host a Turkey Crafts event where families can enjoy turkey-themed crafts and meet Chris Pratt (a Narragansett turkey) included with general admission. 96.9 KISS FM
- ➤ The Wesley Community Center hosted the first Barrio Safety Fair to help vulnerable groups prepare for winter by giving out backpacks with blankets, socks, light bulbs, and gun safety locks—attendees also signed up for smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detector installations, and organizers plan to expand the event next year. ABC 7 Amarillo
- ➤ On Tuesday, Pantex donated over 600 frozen turkeys to High Plains Food Bank to help local families facing food insecurity during the holiday season. The food bank will distribute the turkeys through its network of 139 partner agencies. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ Local faith-based camp Ceta Canyon is seeking community and business support to meet $385,000 in new safety upgrades mandated after the Camp Mystic tragedy. The camp must add a public notification system and weather station by April 1 to keep its state youth camp license. Amarillo Tribune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Oscar Soto, owner of the iconic yellow building at 4206 SW 45th Ave, said a new Mexican restaurant called Caudillo’s Mexican Food will open in the next two weeks—serving food Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 96.9 KISS FM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo will host a range of holiday events for families this season, starting Nov. 22 with the Harvest Hustle run at John Stiff Park, a Nutcracker Ball later that day, and a Largest Snowball Fight on Candy Cane Lane after Thanksgiving. Additional December events include light tours, magic shows and parades — each with set times, fees or free entry, so residents are advised to check details with organizers. Amarillo Globe-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers in Deaf Smith County reported that the 2025 harvest is nearly complete but low crop prices and rising input costs have made the season unprofitable—farmers say new trade deals with buyers like China are needed and hope extra moisture will boost yields in 2026. ABC 7 Amarillo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo PD officer Chris Thompson received the November Welcome Pardner! First Responder of Distinction award at noon Tuesday, Nov 18 during a luncheon at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial. Interim Police Chief Jimmy Johnson was also honored as the November Random Acts of Kindness recipient and was praised by community leaders — reflecting his commitment to leadership and compassion — by his peers. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ City employee Rosemary Robinson retired after 52 years with the city, having started as a library intern before joining the police department when her position was eliminated—she now faces the challenge of adjusting to a quieter life. ABC 7 Amarillo
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Amarillo Ice Ranch will host Santa Skate events this holiday season offering rental skates, hot cocoa and photos with Santa for $20 per family—sessions run December 14th 2 to 4 p.m., December 16th 7 to 9 p.m., December 18th 7 to 9 p.m., December 21st 3 to 5 p.m. and December 22nd 6 to 8 p.m.—at 301 S Grant. NewsTalk 940 AM
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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.
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CFMOTO USA Off-Road Tour at Amarillo Farm & Ranch Show
9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Amarillo Civic Center Complex — Free entry — Explore the latest off-road vehicles and enter to win up to $50,000 towards your choice of vehicle.
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Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — O.H.M.S. Cafe & Bar — Ticket discounts available — Wear your ugliest sweater and enjoy a festive night out with drinks and fun.
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Amarillo Symphony - Happy Holiday Pops
7:30-9 p.m. — Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts — Free for veterans and first responders — Celebrate the holidays with favorite carols and a joyful sing-along at this cherished local tradition.
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