Canyon’s Boom Continues With Another Convenience Coming Soon to VFW
Canyon, Texas, just keeps growing. Nearly every week, we hear that a new business is moving into this great Texas Panhandle city. It's only a matter of time before Amarillo and Canyon are fully connected. It seems that it is already happening on VFW Road. This road has several names:...
Where to Buy Fireworks Around Amarillo Before the Fourth
We have officially approached the time of year in Amarillo where the nighttime is going to be a little louder, and probably a bit later than you want it to. However, we all can at least appreciate the reason behind it, and most of us enjoy participating in the festivities, at least in some capacity.
Amarillo’s Urban Legends: What’s Real and What’s Just Rumor?
We’ve all heard stories growing up about Amarillo—some true, some passed down through generations. Even if there's no real proof, we still share them with our kids. It’s just part of the fun. So, what is the truth? What is fiction? What is a fun tale to...
Looking for a 24/7 Gym in Amarillo? Here Are the Top Picks
Working out for many in Amarillo can be a personal journey in so many ways. For some, it's all about reaching the goals they want; who cares who sees you. For others, they want to do the work, but they don't want a crowd around as they do it. Some workout better with no one around, while some simply don't want to be...
Amarillo Police Department Activity For Monday
Amarillo Police were called Monday at 2:42pm to the Toot ‘N Totum in the 3200 block of South Georgia where they arrested 68-year-old Clarence Roberto Coley on charges of criminal trespass. Monday at 9:26pm, APD was called to the 800 block of North Polk Street where they arrested 54-year-old Robert Alan Reavis on...
Randall County Arrests On Saturday
Randall County Deputies arrested 69-year-old Terry Gene Duncan Saturday at 6am on charges of driving while intoxicated and failure to stop at a stop sign. Deputies arrested John Michael Mitchell, age 58, Saturday at 6:05am on charges of possession of a controlled substance penalty group-1 and possession of a...
Amarillo man sentenced to 50 years after plea to attempted capital murder of officer
An Amarillo man has been sentenced after pleading guilty on Tuesday to an attempted capital murder charge in connection to a 2023 shooting incident where an officer was injured. Lyle Lavern Youngs pled guilty to two charges: attempted capital murder of a peace officer and possession of a controlled substance penalty...
Why Amarillo Ranks Among Top 20 U.S. Cities for Picking Up Hitchhikers
Amarillo, Texas, is a place that has, at times, found pride in being a friendly city. When people talk about traveling to Amarillo, they always mention how friendly people are. With this reputation that Amarillo has had of being a friendly place, there is one question I think that needs...
Another Amarillo Restaurant Quietly Closes Its Doors – Now Rebranding
There had seemed to be a certain calm in Amarillo as far as closed restaurants are concerned. Until something shook things up, and the closings have started up again. The last one was Chuck E. Cheese back in April. I think a lot of mommy hearts had to adjust from...
Get Patriotic: Buc-ee’s Decked Out for Amarillo’s July 4th Celebration
This summer is already flying by in Amarillo. The 4th of July is getting ever so close. Of course, we want to show our patriotism. We go all out for this day. It means a lot to us and our country. Everything is red, white, and blue. Everything is a...