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,...
Well-Known Amarillo Car Wash Headed to Auction
On Bell Street in Amarillo, Texas, just south of 45th Avenue, once stood a hustling and bustling car wash. Now the car wash sits empty. In the early 2000s, a car wash opened at 4650 Bell St, and it was a new, fancy, state-of-the-art car wash. It was a car wash where you would zip in and zip out, hence the name Zips...
Texas Panhandle drought improves amid steady rainfall in April, May
The Texas Water Development Board reported drought conditions across Texas improved for the seventh time in nine weeks, with nine consecutive weeks of drought coverage not expanding.
Long John Silver’s returns to Amarillo with new location opening in July
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Long John Silver's, the popular quick-service seafood chain, is set to make a comeback in Amarillo with a new restaurant slated to open in July at 4406 Bell Street. The venture is spearheaded by Splash Foods, LLC., under the leadership of Denis Schoenhofer, alongside partners...
An inside look at 6th Avenue’s newest art gallery in Amarillo, and their goal...
HPPR visited Idol Art, the newest gallery on 6th Avenue in Amarillo, and learned how they're working to help the art scene, and strengthen the local community. When one thinks of 6th Avenue in Amarillo, the first things that may come to mind are the wonderful music venues and many amazing antiques stores dotting the...
Mr. W Fireworks stand a total loss after Sunday morning fire
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The Randall County Fire Department responded to a fire at Mr. W Fireworks, located at 5910 FM 1541, Sunday morning. Officials say that the building and all contents were a complete loss due to fire and/or water damage. The cause of this fire is under investigation.
Dangerous TikTok Challenge Has Entered Amarillo Schools
There is currently a TikTok trend going around that has found its way into Amarillo. Normally it's not a huge deal when these surface, but this particular one is very dangerous. The worst part is my son's school felt it was dangerous enough to send a message to all the...
West Texas A&M brings summer camps for children of all ages
West Texas A&M University is offering summer camps for children of all ages from now until September, with a variety of options.
FIRST ALERT: Severe potential returns Monday
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The potential for severe thunderstorms will return to the region on Monday. Most models are showing that storms will begin developing as early as 1 to 2 p.m. in the southwest, with these storms eventually covering most of the region by the evening. The main threats...
Recommendation: City Council Place 3
Two years ago, Amarillo voters elected Tom Scherlen to Amarillo City Council. Before getting elected, Scherlen had already built a strong track record. He had worked his way from working in a warehouse to being CEO of Austin Hose. He’s also served on the boards of directors of the Amarillo Senior Citizens Association...
