City of Canyon warns residents of roofing scam solicitors
Amarillo City Council approves David Prescott as Place 3. Brittany Holberg’s lawyers object to state’s challenge of reversing her conviction. Brittany Holberg’s lawyers object to state’s challenge of reversing her conviction. Demolition begins to turn old Potter County courts building into free parking. Updated: Jun....
Juneteenth celebrations happening throughout the week
Juneteenth celebrations in Amarillo kicked off on Friday, June 13, and will continue through Sunday, June 22. The celebration events are hosted by the Black Historical Cultural Center. The Black Historical Cultural Center, located at 901 N Hayden Street, will host a Juneteenth brunch and awards ceremony on Thursday,...
Amarillo announces return of Independence Day +1 fireworks and drone show
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — The City of Amarillo (COA) Parks and Recreation Department (PARD), in collaboration with Outdoor Amarillo, announced the return of the Independence Day +1 Fireworks and Drone Show. Outdoor Amarillo is a non-profit organization partnering with PARD to promote outdoor recreation and community...
City of Amarillo details mosquito treatment with spray demonstration
West Plains student struck at crosswalk highlights intersection safety concerns. Water Wasters Wednesday: Sonic responds to water waste report. It’s Water Wasters Wednesday and one local fast food chain was brought to our attention. Water Wasters Wednesday: Sonic responds to water waste report. Updated: 13 hours ago....
Now Open: Amarillo’s new WIC-only store opens
Grocery Services North has launched the city's first WIC-only store in about 30 years, offering an easy shopping experience for WIC program participants.
Why This Colorful Vine Is Taking Over Amarillo Yards
I was recently taking a walk in Amarillo, Texas, when something caught my eye that I hadn't noticed before. As I went from street to street and block to block, I began noticing several houses with something in common. Trumpet vine seems to be everywhere in Amarillo. Multiple fences were...
Have You Seen This Unique Creature In Palo Duro Canyon?
Palo Duro Canyon is one of the most unique places in the Texas Panhandle. It's also the second-largest canyon behind only the famed Grand Canyon. Because of that, you're bound to find some things that are unique and native to the area. There is something there that is only found in three counties in the entire world,...
[POLL] The Pizza Wars of Amarillo – Who Has the Best?
Moving to Amarillo from Chicago when I did was a weird time. I went from having many great local places for pizza. I lived in an Italian neighborhood, so the options were plentiful. When I moved here, the pizza options were mainly your choice of chain pizza places. Oh, how the times have changed.
Charges filed against Potato Factory owner after hidden camera found in bathroom
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Charges were filed against the owner of the Potato Factory after a hidden camera was found in the bathroom. Randy Lee Nelson, 64. is charged with invasive visual recording, and two counts of tampering with evidence. As of 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nelson had not been...
Traffic impacted, crews respond to I-40 semi truck rollover near downtown Amarillo
Emergency personnel responded and traffic was impacted early Wednesday afternoon after a semi truck rollover on the westbound I-40 entryway from downtown Amarillo.