No More Pit Stops: Amarillo Parks Restrooms to Close Nov. 15
Starting Nov. 15, 2025, the City of Amarillo will close all public park restrooms until March 2026 — a decision made to prevent winter pipe damage, but one that leaves families scrambling for alternatives.
City of Amarillo details shelter, transportation, Code Blue Warming Station information for cold weather
The City of Amarillo reminded community members of shelter information, transportation, and support services with the arrival of cold weather in the region, particularly during overnight hours.
Umbarger celebration spotlights St. Mary’s Murals at 80
Eighty years ago, Italian Prisoners of War painted murals on the white walls inside St. Mary's Catholic Church in Umbarger. Parish members don't want that part of their history to be forgotten, so they are planning activities to commemorate the POWs work. "The generations are progressing; I think with each...
No school Friday for Pringle-Morse CISD due to water outage
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Due to a water outage, Pringle-Morse CISD will cancel school on Friday, Nov. 7. No further information was given as to what caused the water outage or how long it will last.
Why Some Think Texas Chainsaw Massacre Happened Near Amarillo
Rumors place the horror in Central Texas, South Texas, or even near Amarillo, but the massacre never occurred. The iconic house was relocated to Kingsland, and Leatherface was a fictional figure loosely inspired by Ed Gein.
John Smithee, longest-serving Panhandle lawmaker, won’t seek reelection after four decades
The story has been updated with additional information and because an earlier version included an inaccuracy. Rep. John Smithee, R-Amarillo, announced Friday that he will not seek reelection to the Texas House after four decades in office, concluding one of the longest tenures in Panhandle history. Smithee, 74,...
Texas Panhandle Weather: Cold Front to Bring 30-Degree Temperature Drop and Gusty Winds This...
Amarillo, TX – The warm streak across the Texas Panhandle is about to come to a sudden end as a strong cold front pushes through the region this weekend. After several days of mild fall temperatures, forecasters warn that temperatures could drop more than 30 degrees between Saturday and Sunday, bringing gusty winds,...
Discovery Center Collective releases list of Amarillo ISD schools with free DCC memberships
The Don Harrington Discovery Center and Wildcat Bluff have announced their list of 2025-2026 Amarillo ISD Elementary Schools whose students are eligible to redeem free Discovery Center Collective Family Memberships.
Brady Dental Group offers free dental work to veterans, active-duty military in ‘Smiles For...
Brady Dental Group announced it will provide free dental treatment to more than 50 veterans during its "Smiles For Freedom" event on Friday, including "cleanings and all forms" of dental work for veterans and active-duty service members.
Smithee announces plan to step down after decades of service
AMARILLO (KVII) — Longtime state Rep. John Smithee, who has served in Austin since 1985, says now is the time to step down and spend more time in his community. “I’ve told people this is not retirement — we’re just moving to a different phase of our lives,” Smithee said. “We will be volunteering locally to try to...
