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Friday, December 27th, 2024

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Good morning, Amarillo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Delilah, a 14-year-old Domestic Short Hair cat, seeks a forever home where she can be the sole pet, highlighted by the Amarillo SPCA as the pet of the week.  Amarillo Globe-News
  • Tremaine Brown and his daughter Shilah delivered presents to Martha's Home and Ronald McDonald House in Amarillo, continuing a 12-year tradition of supporting families in need during Christmas.  Amarillo Globe-News
  • Amarillo city officials provide multiple disposal options for Christmas trees, including roll-off locations at libraries, brush sites, and curbside collection, while advising against leaving trees beside dumpsters.  NewsChannel 10
  • The Amarillo Brick Convention, set for Jan. 4-5, will feature renowned LEGO artists, influencers, and celebrities, with part of the proceeds supporting Creations for Charity.  Amarillo Globe-News

CRIME NEWS

  • Santiago Rios, 29, was arrested following a high-speed chase in Amarillo, Texas, which started with a failed traffic stop and concluded at the police station after evasive actions and confrontations.  ABC 7 Amarillo
  • A Potter County jury convicted David Lee Winfield of murder and four counts of aggravated assault for his role in a September 2021 drive-by shooting that resulted in Laura Etta Ashley's death.  NewsChannel 10

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Three Amarillo area educators received recognition through the Teachers On The Rise program, furthering the initiative's goal to highlight outstanding teaching contributions.  Amarillo Globe-News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Congressman Ronny Jackson praised the FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act for including provisions that modernize the military and enhance servicemembers' lives in Texas' 13th District.  KGNC

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • An 83-year-old Army veteran overcomes heart failure to resume skydiving, advocating the importance of pursuing passions regardless of age.  NewsChannel 10

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Ruffles and Rust Expo: Vintage Boutique Show

    The Ruffles and Rust Expo is a curated vintage boutique show featuring over 100 juried vendors offering unique upscale furniture, clothing, and handmade goods in Amarillo, Texas.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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  • Amarillo Auto Auction Featuring 74 Vehicles

    A car auction in Amarillo, TX offers an array of salvage and repairable vehicles for bidding.

    Wed, 1/22/25

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