Amarillo High cruises past formerly unbeaten El Dorado in 2024 Texas UIL 5A football playoffs
Amarillo High scored on three of its first four possessions, make big plays on defense to roll to area round. El Dorado's undefeated season ends.
Texas system names new HR director
Amarillo, Texas-based Northwest Texas Healthcare System has named Cheryl Jones human resources director, according to a Nov. 11 news release shared with Becker's .
Environmental report finds some Panhandle schools test positive for lead
According to a study done by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), an alarming number of schools still contain low lead levels, including here in the Panhandle.
Malcolm X estate alleges DOJ, FBI, CIA, NYPD played role in events leading to assassination
The estate of Malcolm X is suing the federal government, accusing it of playing a role in the 1965 assassination of the civil rights leader. In a lawsuit filed against the Department of Justice
Northwest Texas Healthcare System introduces new digital resuscitation program
Northwest Texas Healthcare System is revolutionizing staff training with a new digital resuscitation training and education program.
Want to sue X? You'll have to do it in North Texas, according to new terms of service
Effective Nov. 15, all federal lawsuits against X must be filed in the Northern District of Texas, where a judge owns Tesla stock and has heard several lawsuits involving Elon Musk.
River Road's Harlea Adams voted Happy State Bank High School Athlete of the Week
River Road's Harlea Adams was selected among athletes from Canyon, Tascosa, West Plains, Pringle-Morse, Dumas, Canadian and Amarillo High.
Entertainment events: WT 'Falling into Dance' to feature students' choreography
From dance performances to "Star Wars" soundtracks and jazz performances, see what's coming up this week and beyond.
Business news: Northwest Texas Healthcare System welcomes new HR director
Read about recent honors, hirings and planned events in business-related news from around the local community.
2025 Best School Districts in Amarillo, Texas
Spread the loveBest K-12 Schools Amarillo High School Ascension Academy Tascosa High School Lorenzo de Zavala Middle School Woodlands Elementary School Best Colleges and Universities West Texas A&M University (nearby in Canyon) Amarillo College Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center – Amarillo Note: Rankings and selections are based on various factors including academic performance,
WRCA rodeo celebrates 29 years in Amarillo, showcasing traditional ranch skills
Our desire is for the event to stay in Amarillo, and we’re working with local leaders to address what’s needed,” Leman Wall of WRCA said.
West Plains' “Wolfpack Way” helps team find success on and off the field
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The West Plains Wolves have only existed for three seasons, but in that time, they have racked up two district titles. The Wolves were previously in District 2-4A Division 2 for two seasons, and during that time, they were district ...
Letter: Texas EDC leader expresses concerns over actions involving Amarillo EDC
Editor's note: Local group Supporters of The Amarillo Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) asked Carlton Schwab, the President and CEO of the Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC), for his take on the issue involving the Amarillo City Council and ...
AAA Texas: State gas prices steady despite tropical storms in the Gulf
Drivers in Texas saw a decrease in gas prices this week with an average of $2.69/gallon for regular unleaded fuel on Thursday, which is the same price as on this day last week and 10 cents less
Amarillo City Council appoints temporary AEDC board amid resignations
Following the recent resignations of four members from the Amarillo Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) board, the Amarillo City Council has appointed a temporary board to address governance concerns and maintain stability within the organization.
City of Amarillo provides grant to local restaurant for improvements
The city of Amarillo announced a local grocery story had improvements made to the outside due in part to its business grant program.
Texas Attorney General Seeks Order to Preserve Jack Smith’s Trump Records
Ken Paxton asked a judge to order Mr. Smith, the special counsel who brought two criminal cases against Donald J. Trump, to preserve his records and avoid “obstruction of accountability.”
Amarillo honors veterans in ceremony highlighting sacrifice and resilience
A solemn and powerful Veterans Day ceremony was held at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial in Amarillo, gathering veterans, families, and community members in a show of gratitude and respect. Retired Sergeant Major Billy Garcia, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran ...
Randall High School student arrested after making false bomb threat
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Amarillo police say a Randall High School student has been arrested after making a false bomb threat. On Tuesday, police say a student alerted Randall High School staff after seeing a post on social media about a potential bomb in a school bathroom.
Amarillo High volleyball will look for redemption Tuesday over Aledo
The Amarillo High Lady Sandies will face the Aledo Ladycats Tuesday in the third round of volleyball playoffs Tuesday for the second time this season.
Amarillo City Council to hear AEDC audit report, weigh AEDC actions
The Amarillo City Council will hold a work session Tuesday at 11 a.m. to review the operation, structure, laws and policies of Municipal Utility Districts, before its regular meeting at 3 p.m. in City Hall. The council's agenda was posted Friday ...
Mass exodus from Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board as 4 members resign
In a stunning departure, four of the five board members of the Amarillo Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) resigned on Monday, citing what they described as "irreparable damage" and an “untenable” relationship with Amarillo Mayor Cole Stanley and ...
FirstBank Southwest hosting toy-a-thon fundraiser to benefit Northside Toy Drive
FirstBank Southwest (FBSW) is hosting a toy-a-thon collection and fundraiser event to benefit the Northside Toy Drive (NSTD) on Friday.
WT Enterprise Center to attend pitch event during Global Entrepreneurship Week
West Texas A&M University announced that WT Enterprise Center will have the chance to win critical startup funding at the kickoff of the WT Enterprise Center’s celebration of Global
Amarillo celebrates our nation's veterans with annual parade downtown
The city of Amarillo held its annual Veterans Day parade, which was produced by the Roan-Creek Marine Corp League to honor those who served Saturday on a chilly morning on Polk Street in downtown Amarillo. The parade featured marching bands from area high ...
Sunray football finishes 2024 regular season unbeaten, other Amarillo-area Week 11 scores
The final week of the high school football regular season has concluded in the Texas Panhandle. For a number a schools, this marks the end of the 2024 campaign. Others in the region, however, have earned spots in the postseason and will continue playing next week.
Sunray meets Olton, other bi-district Amarillo-area high school football playoff pairings
With the postseason relying solely neutral site contests, the Texas Panhandle teams in the tournament will be spread across Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma this weekend. Here is a look at the entire round-one high school football schedule for Amarillo and the surrounding areas:
West Texas A&M men’s soccer falls in double overtime to Dallas Baptist
CANYON, Texas (KFDA) - The West Texas A&M Buffaloes fell to the Dallas Baptist Patriots, 3-2, in double overtime. WTAMU had the first goal of the day in the 20th minute from Matteo Landais off a corner. Dallas Baptist responded 20 minutes later, thanks to Blake Bauer.
Bi-district high school football game times & locations across the Texas Panhandle
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The high school football season has come to a close, and playoffs are here. View bi-district round matchups from throughout the Texas Panhandle and beyond below.
Heart of the High Plains: Homeless Heroes of Amarillo
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Homeless Heroes is a nonprofit organization, tat is remodeling a historic hotel to end veteran homelessness in Amarillo. Homeless Heroes of Amarillo has been working on Project Astro which will take the historic Astro Motel ...
West Texas A&M Lady Buffs women’s basketball on a three-game win streak
The West Texas A&M Lady Buff basketball team got their third consecutive win after beating South Dakota Mines, 72-66.
Tascosas' senior running back, Derrion Howard, regaining feeling in his arms and legs after scary accident on Friday
Derrion Howard, a senior running back on the Tascosa Rebel football team, is regaining feeling in his arms and legs after a scary against Amarillo High.
Week 11 high school football recap: Tascosa beats Amarillo High, Randall wins the Goat Game & more
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The high school football season has officially come to a close, and playoffs are right around the corner. View regular season finale scores and highlights below, as well as playoff qualifiers. In the biggest rivalry of the year ...
Xcel Energy Foundation awards $143,100 to 11 nonprofits in Texas and New Mexico
The Xcel Energy Foundation announced Thursday it is awarding of $143,100 in grants to 11 nonprofits in Texas and New Mexico to recognize their contributions in three different areas: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Career Pathways ...
Here's a scouting report on every prospect in the 2024 Fall Stars Game
Call it the mid-autumn classic. The Arizona Fall League’s Fall Stars Game arrives Saturday at Mesa’s Sloan Park at 8 p.m. ET/6 p.m. local, placing some of the game’s best prospects and the circuit’s best performers on the same field.
Today in Amarillo crew tests Thanksgiving knowledge
Meteorologist Maria Pasillas and forecaster Mari Ferrel were quizzed by Today in Amarillo co-anchor Caylee Hanna on their knowledge of Thanksgiving. The crew had to answer different Thanksgiving