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Amarillo
Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ PARC opened its new facility Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 413 SW 6th Ave, offering daytime support to adults experiencing homelessness through creative classes, social connection, and community tours. The three-times larger space, built with about $1.7 million in renovation costs, doubles daily attendance and collaborates with local agencies for support. Amarillo Globe-News
- ➤ Santa is set to attend local holiday events in Amarillo: on Saturday, Dec. 6 at the Amarillo Police Department’s Christmas tree decorating event with activities and picture opportunities (bring your own camera) and on Sunday, Dec. 7 at the Khiva Shrine, where he will greet children. Amarillo Tribune
- ➤ Today at The Lumberyard in Canyon, parents can join a holiday wrapping event from 5-9 p.m. where they wrap presents, sip cocoa from Yellow City Grind & enjoy Chick-fil-A treats while donating a new toy to local nonprofits. NewsTalk 940 AM
- ➤ Today, Amarillo Animal Management and Welfare is waiving cat adoption fees at its shelter through Dec. 13, covering spay/neuter, vaccines, and microchipping to boost pet adoptions in the community. ABC 7 Amarillo
- ➤ Amarillo Globe-News has named 10 citizens for the 2025 Citizens on the Move award, including advocate Hope McCoy, nurse Becky O’Neal, art leader Rachel Flores, Long John Silver’s crew & the Coors Cowboy Club, with remaining honorees to be revealed online and in the Dec. 14 issue. Amarillo Globe-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Amarillo Performing Arts Center will present its reimagined production, The Nutcracker: Amarillo Dreamin’ (featuring a West Texas twist and over 50 local dancers) this weekend at Globe News Center for the Performing Arts with shows on Dec. 6 and 7 at 6:30 p.m. NewsChannel 10
- ➤ Candy Cane Lane launched its fifth annual snowball fight between Santa and the Grinch on Thanksgiving night at the 7100 block of Gainsborough Road, drawing families to enjoy festive lights and decor; the display remains open each night through Christmas. Amarillo Globe-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ At the Amarillo Farm & Ranch Show, agricultural producers and state senator Charles Perry discussed plans to manage water resources amid rising industrial and irrigation demands. The forum at the Civic Center Complex highlighted concerns over future groundwater shortages for the region. ABC 7 Amarillo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board recommended that the City Council move ahead with leasing the zoo to Wild West Wildlife Rehabilitation Center and expressed optimism about selling Wonderland Park + developing unused land in John Stiff Park for commercial use. The Council is set to review the recommendations Tuesday, Dec. 9. ABC 7 Amarillo
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Harrington Cancer & Health Foundation provides free transportation, a $3,000 grant, and free wigs to help cancer patients and families manage treatment costs and emotional challenges in Amarillo. Director Ryan Parnell said the services include counseling and dietary guidance (all at no cost) to smooth the journey. ABC 7 Amarillo
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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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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Amarillo Civic Center Complex — Tickets required — Experience dazzling circus performances set to your favorite holiday music.
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