Amarillo Symphony names Dr. Kathleen Carter Bell as new Artistic Director of Chamber Music
On Monday, the Amarillo Symphony announced the appointment of Dr. Kathleen Carter Bell as the new Artistic Director for Chamber Music Amarillo.
11.5 kilos cocaine found during traffic stop in Carson County
CARSON COUNTY, Texas (KVII) — More than 11 kilos of cocaine was found during a traffic stop in Carson County. Around 10:25 p.m. Wednesday, DPS stopped a Volkswagen Jetta with Florida license plates on I-40 after the driver veered onto the shoulder. According to federal court documents, Henry Norman...
Bull Strength Barbell Club sees continued success as young athletes join the gym
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — At 14401 South Georgia Street, you’ll find Bull Strength Barbell Club, a powerlifting training garage run by father-daughter duo Will and Alyssa Ballard. Alyssa competes in powerlifting herself and is a very decorated athlete, winning two world silver medals, five national titles,...
Texas Panhandle Weather: 25-Degree Temperature Swing Possible Monday, From Amarillo to Hereford
Amarillo, Texas – Temperatures across the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles will feel wildly different Monday, with some areas staying in the 60s while others push into the low 90s. The sharp contrast is driven by a cold front sliding south through the region. According to the National Weather Service...
Amarillo Environmental Health Department expands mosquito control with minnows
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The City of Amarillo Environmental Health Department is expanding its mosquito control measures with the help of fathead minnows. The city says the minnows are a natural ally against the insects. The department began releasing the fish in the field last year after researching a similar...
Amarillo Police Activity For Sunday
A Police Officer was dispatched Sunday to the 100 block of North Bellview on a burglary where the victim reported the theft of a 50-inch Television, a White PS5, a Microwave Oven, an Air Mattress and an Air Fryer. A Police Officer was dispatched to 600 block of North Mirror on a theft. The complainant reported the...
Man held on $100,000 bond after assault, firearm arrest in Manhattan
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - A man was being held on a $100,000 bond in the Riley County Jail following his weekend arrest in connection with assault and illegal possession of a firearm in Manhattan, officials said. The arrested man was identified as Rogelio Juarez Jr., 23, of Amarillo, Texas. Riley...
United Family donates $500k to local Texas, New Mexico non-profit organizations
The United Family and partners have raised $500,000 for 24 local non-profit organizations through its annual Jack Pierce Charity Classic golf tournament.
Free Kids Workshop at Amarillo Home Depot Sept. 6
Amarillo Home Depot hosts its free kids workshop Sept. 6, featuring a crop-duster craft and child ID cards from the Potter County Sheriff’s Office.
Man injured after shooting in apartment complex on Saturday
The Amarillo Police Department reports that one person was injured after an alleged dispute over a girlfriend at an Amarillo apartment complex on Saturday.