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Looking for the best summer camps in Amarillo? Whether your child loves Spy Labs, Dino themes, or the arts, our local guide helps you navigate the options so your kids stay enriched and entertained all summer long.

The Amarillo Zoo & Sanctuary is officially entering a new era. With a new website featuring online ticketing, memberships, and field trip info, skipping the line to see the bobcats has never been easier for Amarillo families.

Ascension Academy is launching a new Montessori preschool program in Amarillo for children ages 3-5 beginning in 2026.

Summer nights are calling! Music in the Gardens returns to the Amarillo Botanical Gardens every Thursday from June through August. Check out the full 2026 lineup featuring local favorites and enjoy an evening of music and beauty.

Amarillo will repair or replace 70 fire hydrants to improve emergency response times and fire safety across the city.

The Canadian River Music Festival is back for 2026. Get ready for a Texas Panhandle tradition featuring Texas Country and Red Dirt music.

Amarillo is getting a brand-new phone store, and here is everything we know about when it opens and where to find it.

Inflation relief has arrived! Bargain Mart is now open at 5811 S Western, offering incredible deals like 25-cent bread and the ability to feed a family of six for under $15. Grab a cart and prepare for a shopping adventure.

Grieving a downtown loss: Gooney’s is closing up shop this June. Whether it was your go-to lunch spot or a late-night staple, take this time to visit 705 S Polk one last time before they close for good.

Amarillo’s Tascosa High School dealt with two major threats in one day, including a bomb scare that forced a campus lockdown.

After three years, Canyon Main Street achieved top national accreditation, recognized for community commitment and historic preservation efforts.

Amarillo's City Hall has made decision after decision without a public vote. Now residents are getting water bills they can't afford and demanding answers from council.

Empower your teen to start their own business! Amarillo Parks and Recreation is hosting a Super Sitter Certification class this Saturday, May 16, at Warford Activity Center. Includes Red Cross CPR and First Aid training for $45.

Eat, vote, and get soaked! Battle of the Bites returns to John Stiff Park on May 30. Help choose the top 5 food trucks for the July 4th Celebration while surviving the APD’s Great Water Wars. Free entry for the whole family!

West Plains football turns to longtime assistant Jeff Lofton after Adam Cummings leaves for a new leadership role in CISD.

Something unexpected is happening at Amarillo's Soncy hibachi spot. The name on the door is changing, and locals may recognize it.

Millions of Texans travel Memorial Day weekend. Find out peak traffic times, gas price impact, and road trip tips before you go.

What started as a routine Starbucks delivery in Amarillo turned into a surprising high school reunion. See how a "leave at door" order led to a reconnection with an old friend from Canyon schools and a heartwarming Facebook follow-up.

Battery Joe’s sudden Amarillo closure has customers questioning where repaired phones and tablets may have ended up.

A corporate lease swap forced Amarillo's Merle Norman to move after 28 years on Soncy. The 54-year family business has a new address and is still open.

First UIL State trip in 50 years for Tascosa theater. Amarillo, here's your chance to cheer them on and help fund the trip.

The wait is over for the corner of 10th and Madison! Miguelito’s Drive-Thru Tex-Mex is moving into the former Bud-Nuts location, offering breakfast burritos, gorditas, and lunch favorites for the downtown Amarillo crowd.

Finding safe places for toddlers to play in Amarillo has become a passion for one local Mimi. From coordination-building zones to "big-kid-free" environments, see why Amarillo is finally stepping up for its youngest residents.

Texas gas prices have officially crossed the $4 mark, jumping another 24 cents this week. With graduation season and Memorial Day travel ahead, the timing could not be more painful for families.

A single day. Volunteers across the Texas Panhandle. And families who had run out of options. Here is what happened at the CMN Mediathon.

Amarillo customers are in a panic as Battery Joe abruptly closes its locations on Georgia and Coulter. With Google listing them as "Permanently Closed" and reports of bankruptcy, many are left wondering how to get their property back.

The Hooters building has a new owner, but the iconic Center City Horse is missing. Brian Petty is now offering a $1,500 reward for its return after a series of conflicting stories left the statue’s location a mystery.

Don't let scammers trade your hard-earned points for your identity. The Amarillo Police Department is warning residents about a reward point smishing scam. Learn how to spot these fake texts and protect your bank account from theft.

Thompson Park Pool opens Memorial Day weekend in Amarillo, bringing summer swimming, water slides, and expected big crowds.

HTeaO's summer deal is back. Stock up on iced tea flavors before Memorial Day weekend hits.

Rent a pool in Amarillo this summer for a private party. Our full guide covers public and privately owned pools available to book for your crew.

Wonderland Park is making a splash under new ownership! The fan-favorite water ride Shoot the Chute is back for the 2026 season. With new season passes and the return of the Spectator Pass, summer in Amarillo just got cooler.

Amarillo summer activities just got cheaper with Cinergy deals, kids movies, discounts, and family fun options designed to save parents money all season long.

Graduation hits different when you're the mom. Texas seniors are crossing the stage, and moms everywhere are grieving, celebrating, and learning to let go all at once.

Summer in Amarillo hits different. If you are ready to make the most of the season, we have the perfect plan to help you create unforgettable memories right here at home.

Get the kids off the phone and onto the shore! Amarillo Parks and Recreation is hosting four free fishing camps starting May 9 at John Ward Park. Kids under 17 get free supplies and a fishing pole to take home. Registration is open now