Future of former Umbarger schoolhouse unclear after Randall County sale
UMBARGER - A small community near Canyon holds the history of many who settled into the Texas Panhandle in the 1900s and beyond, and some of its buildings are still standing today. T he historic Umbarger Schoolhouse, where many students learned their ABCs over the years and which carries the history of the settlement f
Amarillo Botanical Gardens to host annual Day with the Butterflies event
The Amarillo Botanical Gardens is preparing to host their annual Day with the Butterflies event, featuring breakfast and a butterfly release.
Amarillo police release new details on crash on I-40 that left 1 hospitalized
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Amarillo police have released new details on a crash that happened on I-40 east of Bell Street over the weekend. The crash happened overnight Saturday on I-40 between Bell Street and Western Street. Witnesses reported seeing a Toyota Camry driving north on Bell Street before turning...
High school students invited to march with WT Band
Area high school musicians can march with The Sound of West Texas marching band at halftime of West Texas A&M University’s first home game Aug. 27. As part of WT Band Day, high schoolers will rehearse with the WT marching band before the game, then perform with the band in the stands and on the field at Bain-Schaeffer
City of Amarillo provides update on water conservation efforts
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The City of Amarillo provided an update today on water conservation efforts. On August 17, the City of Amarillo moved into Stage 1 of the Drought Contingency Plan due to the state of the water reservoir. Stage 1 of the plan is implemented when demand or...
Randall County SO reports fire near 11300 Bella Lane
The Randall County Sheriff's Office is asking people to avoid the area near 11300 Bella Lane due to a fire.
Amarillo urges more water conservation as reservoir drops, nearing Stage 2 drought rules
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Amarillo city leaders are urging residents, businesses and schools to cut back on outdoor water use as the city tries to avoid moving into Stage 2 mandatory drought restrictions for the first time. The city activated Stage 1 drought restrictions last week after its reservoir...
New private school opens in north Amarillo with focus on whole-child education
A new private Christian school is opening its doors in north Amarillo, offering families another option for elementary education.
Potter County Sheriffs Made Arrests Sunday for Assault, Parole Violation & Burglary
Potter County Sheriffs arrested 21-year-old Kenzie Michelle Barton Sunday afternoon at at 4:04 at I-40 and Monroe for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group-1 and a City Charge. Potter County Detention Center inmate Victor Manuel Alamo-Fregoso, age 38 was charged Sunday with Burglary of a Habitation. Deputi
Tyson closed two beef plants in one day, blaming one of the most historic...
On August 13, 2026, Tyson Foods put out a news release announcing the end of operations at two beef plants on the same day: a beef facility in Joslin, Illinois, and a case-ready facility in Eagle Mountain, Utah. That same date now sits on Utah’s official layoff-notice table beside the name Tyson Fresh Meats and […]
