2025 Amarillo Restaurant Closures: End of an Era
We have had quite a few Amarillo restaurants close already.
Amarillo considers mandatory microchipping to reduce shelter overcrowding
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — City officials in Amarillo are discussing two new ordinances aimed at addressing the issue of pets escaping and ending up in the city's overcrowded animal shelter. The proposed measures include mandatory microchipping for all dogs and cats living within city limits and increased fines for...
A New Chapter Begins Inside This Familiar Amarillo, Texas Storefront
Unfortunately, Amarillo, Texas, has seen a lot of businesses close. Many of these closures have been on the national level, while others have been on a local level. One of those big, disappointing closures was Big Lots. At first, we thought Amarillo was spared, and both our Big Lots stores were staying open. Then we...
Understanding Amarillo’s School Zone Laws for Emergency Vehicles
Recently, I received a text from a friend wondering about the legality of emergency vehicles driving through an Amarillo school zone. We all know, as regular Amarillo citizens, that when you approach a school zone with flashing lights, you have to slow down. The posted speed limit in those zones...
Amarillo pharmacy robbery suspect told police he was sightseeing in Texas
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — One of the the two men accused of robbing the Walgreen's pharmacy at 34th Ave. and Bell Street in Amarillo told police he was sightseeing in Texas. According to court records obtained by ABC 7 News, Javonn Terrel Lewis, 29. walked into Walgreens before 5 a.m. on Wednesday and handed the clerk...
Elderly Man Killed In Hit-And-Run
A 73-year-old man was killed in what Amarillo Police are calling a hit-and-run. It happened Saturday morning. Just after 1 a.m. Saturday, officers were called to the area of East Amarillo Boulevard and North Johnson Street where they found the man in the road. The victim was able to communicate he had been hit by a...
The History of Texas’ Famous 72 Oz Steak Challenge
(Amarillo, Texas) Most people that have been to Texas have heard some things about the Lone Star State, which includes the saying ‘Everything’s Bigger in Texas.’. Which is true, including the big 72 ounce steak challenge at The Big Texan Steak Ranch and Brewery located in Amarillo, Texas.
Dasher Diary: How Hard is it to Give Us Your Correct Amarillo Address?
Delivering food around Amarillo shouldn't really be a big deal. I mean, you go to a restaurant and pick up the food. Maybe you have a wait time. After that, it should be smooth sailing. You just have to drop it off. You may have to hand it to the...
Amarillo man dies in single-vehicle rollover on I-40
CUSTER COUNTY (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly Monday morning single-vehicle crash on I-40 in Custer County. Around 3:41 am, a 1999 GMC Suburban reportedly left the roadway, struck a grass ditch, and rolled about two times, causing the driver to be ejected about 20 feet.
Which Amarillo Restaurants Closed in 2025? Find Out Here
Unfortunately, restaurants come and go in Amarillo. The never-ending circle of life when it comes to places to eat in our city. This year, like the ones in the past, has been hit with a lot of closings already, and we are not even halfway through the year. We have...
