Amarillo man accused of obtaining nearly $69K in fraudulent loans agrees to plead guilty
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — An Amarillo man accused of using stolen identities and fake documents to obtain auto loans agreed to plead guilty in federal court. Calvin Lynn Roddy Jr. is charged with two counts of bank fraud and two counts of aggravated identity theft. According to the factual...
Texas storms could bring torrential rain. Here’s where
Parts of Texas could see torrential rain and flash flooding by Wednesday evening. Here's what we know.
Panhandle students showcase trade skills beyond the shop floor at Tri-State Fair
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Students from across the Panhandle are showing that vocational skills extend beyond the shop floor at this year’s Tri-State Fair. In addition to showcasing livestock and handcrafted machinery, FFA members are competing for scholarship money through public speaking. Vega High School ag teacher J
WTAMU announces new 30,000 square foot storm shelter, multi-use facility
WTAMU has announced a new 30,000 square foot storm shelter that could also be used as a multi-use facility.
Amarillo Civic Center renames box office hallway to honor local artists
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Amarillo Civic Center announced the renaming of the box office hallway near Entrance 1 as Artisan Commons at the Civic Center. According to City of Amarillo officials, the Artisan Commons will serve as a welcoming and art-forward corridor connecting guests to events, exhibitions, and c
City of Amarillo approves budget proposal
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The city of Amarillo passed a budget today and is one vote away from a tax rate to pay for it. Councilman Don Tipps said there were requests from departments to increase the budget by $19 million but today’s action only added $3 million. The...
This Popular Amarillo Restaurant Is About to Get Way Bigger
A local favorite is about to get a serious upgrade. Bangkok Tokyo's bigger location is officially in motion.
Why This Amarillo Event Could Land You a Job on the Spot
Everyone's complaining about job hunting right now. Here's the event that skips the algorithm entirely and puts you face to face with nearly 100 employers.
Former Amarillo mayor, fellow Vietnam veteran recognized in Oklahoma City
OKLAHOMA CITY (KVII) — Former Amarillo Mayor Paul Harpole and fellow Amarillo Vietnam veteran Ron “Crash” Clark were among more than 100 U.S. Army air ambulance crew members recognized Tuesday during a Congressional Gold Medal interim ceremony in Oklahoma City. The Vietnam Dustoff Association held the ceremony...
There’s a farmers market in Amarillo that stays open all winter
Summer farmers markets are winding down, but Amarillo has one that stays open through the cold months, and it grows its own produce indoors.
