Afternoons with Melissa

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.

Texas homecoming season just got a lot harder! Amarillo parents are panicking after discovering that Hobby Lobby has permanently stopped carrying supplies to make DIY homecoming mums.

Summer heat is not letting up in Amarillo! With triple-digit temperatures holding steady early in the week and a peak near 102°F on Wednesday, find out when a chance of rain might finally cool us down.

Singles Night is back at Hodgetown! After a massive sell-out success, Bar 352 is hosting Round Two on Thursday, August 13. Enjoy $6 tickets, $2 drink specials, games, and color-coded wristbands.

Need a break from back-to-school chaos? Amarillo Parks & Rec is hosting a Women’s Camping Experience at Southeast Park on August 22-23. Enjoy s'mores, yoga, and crafts for just $40. No gear needed!

Noticed the pause button missing on DoorDash? Amarillo drivers panicked when the toggle vanished after recent updates. Read our latest Dasher Diary to find out the secret trick to getting your pause button back!

Battling triple-digit heat in Amarillo? Keep your kitchen cool by ditching the oven and firing up your air fryer! From hot dogs and coconut shrimp to steaks and ribs, here are easy no-heat summer dinner ideas

Dread the back-to-school cooking rush? Malcolm’s Ice Cream & Food Temptations in Amarillo is offering half-price kids' meals with any adult purchase through August 31, complete with a drink and a free ice cream scoop!