Melissa Bartlett

Wondering when you can legally leave your kids home alone after school in Amarillo? Texas has no set minimum age, but CPS looks closely at child maturity and safety.

Wondering when the K-N Root Beer awning is coming back to Amarillo? Owner Big Jim addresses social media rumors, reveals true costs, and shares plans to fund the historic project!

Survived the first week of school, Amarillo? Celebrate with our weekend guide featuring The Little Gym night out, the Magic Gone Wrong dinner show, local camping, and great dining deals!

Join the fight against dementia at the annual Walk to End Alzheimer's in Amarillo! Head to Sam Houston Park on Saturday, August 29, at 9 am for the inspiring walk, ceremony, and kid zone.

Exciting news for Amarillo families! The Amarillo Zoo & Sanctuary is building a new petting zoo and looking to adopt friendly mini donkeys and a mini cow. Have a lead? Contact them on social media!

Chick-fil-A is launching a massive fall menu in Amarillo on August 24! Get ready for new Chicken & Waffle Sandwiches available all day, plus S'mores Milkshakes and Frosted Coffees.

A routine double delivery in Amarillo turns into a mystery when a closed office drop-off leads to a frantic phone call and a customer expecting her food all the way in Lubbock.

Hit the links for a great cause! The United Way of Amarillo & Canyon is hosting two United on the Green golf tournaments: August 27 at Palo Duro Creek and September 10 at Ross Rogers. Register your team today!

Struggling to find childcare for non-traditional work hours? The Big Red Barn Learning Center in Amarillo is launching evening and overnight childcare this September, complete with dinner and quiet time!

Oh, how things can change in Amarillo. Watching an empty eyesore find new life is part of the charm of living in Amarillo, proving just how fast things can change. That is what happened with the empty United Artists Theater at I40 and Soncy...

The Amarillo restaurant scene is constantly evolving! Take a look at which local eateries have closed, changed ownership like Thai Arawan and Wesley's BBQ, or found new life as Class 1 BBQ in 2026

Make your final weekend before school count, Amarillo! Check out the Helium Heights Back-to-School Bash, the Elks Lodge Burger Bash, Pink Floyd laser shows, and more local family fun.