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The Campaign "Don't Mess With Texas"

Porky — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 21:39:22 +0000

Keeping Texas litter-free while saving taxpayer dollars at the same time is now the main thing being aimed for this year’s “Don’t mess with Texas” campaign. In the coming months, their will be hundreds of trash can barrels that will appear at safety rest areas, the popular tourist attractions, even sports venues and other high traffic [...]

18th Annual High Plains Food Bank Food Drive

Porky — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 22:31:16 +0000

The 18th Annual High Plains Food Bank “Together We Can” food drive is under way. It starts today and will run until Friday. This year is still at a high level of need. Visit the High Plains Food Bank to help feed our neighbors in the Texas Panhandle. A can of beans may not be [...]

High Plain Food Bank Recives 40,000 pounds Of Food Donations

Cassidyy the Intern — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 23:17:53 +0000

High Plains Food Bank is always looking for donation for the fight against hunger. This year in honor of Underwood Law Firm’s 100th anniversary, the firm teamed up with Amarillo National Bank and Tyson Foods to donate food to the local food bank. Team work really does make the dream work. In their efforts together, they collected 10,000 [...]

The Amarillo VA Hospital Opens New Wing Dedicated To Therapy and Recovery

Amy — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 15:52:06 +0000

Unless you have served in the military, it's hard to grasp what those brave men and women go through. Most, if not all, come home with scars-physically and mentally. Thanks to the Thomas E. Creek VA Medical Center, veterans will now have a place to get all the help and support they need.

Giving Back This Summer

Cassidyy the Intern — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 17:38:59 +0000

We all sometimes feel like we can do more for our community.But we don’t always know how. There are a lot of charity’s right here in Amarillo that need your help this Summer. So Amarillo Globe News has put together a list of great charity’s and organizations that could use your help! If you’re interested [...]

United Way of Amarillo And Canyon Trying To Keep Families Cool During These Summer Temperatures

Amy — Tue, 15 May 2012 16:36:00 +0000

Summer is pretty much here. Temperatures have been in the high 90′s and a lot of families in the area are suffering without relief. The United Way of Amarillo and Canyon would like to you to help keep them cool. The United Way has kicked off their fan and air conditioner drive. They are trying [...]

The Amarillo Salvation Army Is In Need Of Bottled Water

Amy — Fri, 11 May 2012 18:41:18 +0000

The local chapter of the Salvation Army does a lot for the community including providing meals and shelter. But this summer they really need your help. They are in desperate need of bottled water.

Meet Lexi Cantrell-A Children's Miracle Network Miracle

Lori Crofford — Wed, 09 May 2012 14:15:35 +0000

As the month of May moves on and we move closer and closer to our Children’s Miracle Network Celebration, we want to introduce you to some of the Miracles we have met and the miracles that have happened because of your generous donations to Children’s Miracle Network.

Today I would like to introduce you to Lexi Cantrell.

Road Construction Happening All Over Amarillo This Week

Amy — Mon, 07 May 2012 18:35:24 +0000

The thing that irks me the most is being in a hurry and getting stuck in a construction zone. And this week there is going to be construction all over Amarillo, so here’s a heads up. Blake and his entourage have given me the task of finding all the road construction zones for this week. [...]

Houston Texans Surprise Fallen Marines Family [VIDEO]

heatherwright — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:00:34 +0000

This Christmas will be the first that Sarah Wood and her little boy Landon will spend without their husband and father Scott. Marine Staff Sargent ,Scott Wood passed away this November after wounds suffered in Iraq. Scott was a loyal Texans fan, something the franchise went out of its way to recognize during Sunday’s game [...]

Amarillo Boy Searches For A Bone Marrow Donor

heatherwright — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:00:01 +0000

8 year old Grayson Kerzee, from Amarillo, is in desperate need of a bone marrow donor for a life saving procedure. He was diagnosed with Aplastic Anemia, a very rare bone marrow disorder. Today, the Randall County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a bone marrow search for Grayson. If you would like to see if [...]

Amarillo Botanical Gardens Host FREE Event- Christmas In The Gardens!

heatherwright — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 22:39:16 +0000

Stroll through the beautiful gardens at the Amarillo Botanical Gardens this Christmas ! Enjoy the gorgeous flowers and plants lit up by Christmas lights, all while enjoying warm holiday drinks and music from local talent ! The third annual Christmas in the Gardens will be held every day from Saturday, December 3-Saturday, December 10, 6p-8p each evening. The Gardens are a hidden gem here in Amarillo, and th

PETA Encourages Kids To Go Vegan For Thanksgiving

heatherwright — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 21:34:41 +0000

Thanksgiving. The whole family gathered around the table to feast on homemade goodies like mashed potatoes and gravy, green bean casserole, and of course the tofurkey. Well, that’s how PETA would like you to spend Thanksgiving anyway. The animal rights group is encouraging a Vegan feast, and for all you carnivores , that means no [...]

The "Pink Heals Tour" Rolls Into Amarillo

heatherwright — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 21:20:59 +0000

Downtown Amarillo was pretty in pink today as the ‘Pink Heals Tour ‘ made a stop to promote breast cancer awareness ! Complete with PINK fire trucks and Firemen decked out in pink to match, the tour hopes to bring awareness and hope to people in every city they stop in. Guardians of The Ribbon, [...]

Looking For A Forever Family- Amarillo Humane Society

heatherwright — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 20:49:48 +0000

Two years ago our life changed forever. We walked into the animal shelter and left with our new baby Jax. Later we returned and added Ace to the family and added so much love and laughter to our lives. As you can tell I’m a huge animal lover and advocate of adopting from a shelter. [...]

Could You Live on $9 An Hour ? Play The Game To Find Out

heatherwright — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 21:57:27 +0000

The economy is tough now, and everyone has had to make adjustments to get by. But what if you made only $9 an hour ? Maybe that’s how much you do make, or maybe you make much more and still think it’s not that big of a deal. Check out this game to see just [...]