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 The Amarillo 5 is the premiere local news podcast for Amarillo TX. Get all your local daily news in 5 minutes or less. We cover daily weather, local events, crime reporting, local politics, local business and more. Look for a new episode at 5:30 am every morning.© 2026 Mind Arc Media Politik & Regierungen Sozialwissenschaften
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  • Amarillo TX Local News - February 21, 2026

    Amarillo TX Local News - February 21, 2026
    Feb 21 2026
    Amarillo TX Local News Breaking news WILDFIRE STATUS UPDATE: Multiple fires continue burning across the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles for a fourth straight day. The Ranger Road Fire in Beaver County, Oklahoma has grown to 283,283 acres with 30% containment. The Stevens Fire in Texas County, Oklahoma stands at 12,894 acres with 75% containment, and the Morning Fire in Beaver County is at 820 acres with 80% containment [3]. DISASTER AID ANNOUNCED: Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller visited Amarillo on Friday, Feb. 20 to announce agricultural disaster relief programs for Panhandle ranchers affected by the wildfires. The declaration activates assistance for livestock feed, financial aid, and rural mental-health support [4]. Donley County has declared a local state of disaster resulting from the 8 Ball Wildfire [1]. AMARILLO COLLEGE AUDIT FINDINGS: A forensic audit found no missing money at Amarillo College but identified communication failures tied to rising construction costs and contract changes. Former Vice President of Business Affairs Chris Sharp, who was placed on administrative leave in October 2025 pending investigation, has responded and disputed board communication claims [1][2]. HUMAN REMAINS DISCOVERED: Amarillo police discovered human remains inside a home on South Buchanan Street. Police believe the remains had been there for nearly three years. The discovery was made Monday when police were called to a disturbance [3]. SEX TRAFFICKING LAWSUIT: A survivor of trafficking has filed a federal lawsuit seeking $1 million against Amarillo Red Roof Inn and Lubbock Red Roof Inn, claiming the businesses chose profits over protecting a trafficking victim [1]. CHILD REUNITED: A 1-year-old child found at the Cypress Creek at Jason Avenue apartments has been reunited with family after Amarillo police sought public assistance locating the parents [3]. VALENTINE'S DAY SHOOTING: The suspect in the Valentine's Day shooting in Amarillo has been booked into Potter County Jail. The incident left one person dead [1]. Weather CRITICAL FIRE DANGER CONTINUES: Critical fire weather conditions have persisted for a third straight day across the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles, with high winds and dry fuels creating dangerous conditions [3]. Xcel Energy crews continue working to restore power to customers impacted by outages due to winds and fires from Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) [1]. ROAD CLOSURES: Parts of Highway 287 have been closed due to an overturned semi from high winds. The Moore County Sheriff's Office is advising travelers to check conditions before traveling [1]. Potter County officials say a burn ban remains in effect with no fires permitted in the river area [1]. Events WTAMU SPRING CAREER AND INTERNSHIP EXPO: West Texas A&M University will hold its spring Career and Internship Expo on Thursday, Feb. 19. Students and community members can connect with employers for job and internship opportunities. The event is free for WT students and alumni [1]. ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION: Visit Amarillo has outlined plans for the Route 66 Centennial celebration, including international caravans and a 400-foot mural based on local stories coming to Amarillo. The Texas Route 66 Festival will celebrate the historic highway's 100th anniversary [1][2]. SAND DRAGS SAFETY ADVISORY: Potter County officials are asking the public to be fire aware ahead of the annual Sand Drags event. Officials warn that sparks from chains, ATVs, or cigarettes could ignite fires. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and National Park Service will assist in the river area alongside Potter County officials [1]. local business FILM STUDIO EVICTION: A film studio has been ordered to vacate an Amarillo College building "immediately." The order comes amid ongoing changes at the college following the forensic audit findings [2]. FEDERAL INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDING: Federal funding of $19.24 million has been allocated for planning infrastruc...
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  • Amarillo TX Local News - February 20, 2026

    Amarillo TX Local News - February 20, 2026
    Feb 20 2026
    Amarillo TX Local News Breaking news LAVENDER FIRE EXPANDS: The Lavender Fire burning in Oldham and Potter counties has grown to approximately 18,400 acres with 20% containment as of Thursday afternoon, up from 9,000 acres earlier this week [1][5]. The fire has prompted evacuations in Valle de Oro, with residents urged to avoid the area between Valle de Oro Highway and Highway 287 [7]. OTHER ACTIVE FIRES: Multiple wildfires continue burning across the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles: the 8 Ball Fire in Armstrong County spans 13,500 acres (60% contained), the Side Road Fire covers 3,680 acres (60% contained), and the Canadian Bridge Fire in Hutchinson County is 428 acres (100% contained) [5][7]. The largest blaze is the Ranger Road Fire in Beaver County, Oklahoma [7]. Three firefighters were hospitalized with serious injuries while fighting the Ranger Road Fire [8]. HUMAN REMAINS DISCOVERED: Amarillo police are investigating after human bones were found inside a home on South Buchanan Street. Authorities believe the remains had been there for nearly three years. Police responded to a disturbance call on Monday [6][7]. VALENTINE'S DAY SHOOTING: The suspect in the Valentine's Day shooting on Jason Avenue has been booked into Potter County Jail. One man was wounded and faces multiple charges following the incident [1]. DOWNTOWN FATAL CRASH: One person died and five others were injured in a crash in downtown Amarillo Monday evening [1]. Weather CRITICAL FIRE DANGER CONTINUES: A red flag warning remains in effect as critical fire weather persists across the region. While winds decreased slightly Thursday, gusts up to 40 mph were expected with a cold front moving through [5]. FRIDAY FORECAST: Winds are NOT expected to ease Friday in Amarillo. Sustained speeds of 25-35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are forecast, creating conditions capable of rapidly spreading fires [5]. SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS: Emergency officials urge residents to leave immediately if they feel unsafe, limit smoke exposure by keeping windows and doors closed, and not return home until authorities give the all-clear. The Red Cross recommends downloading its emergency mobile app for real-time alerts and shelter information [5]. POWER RESTORATION: Xcel Energy crews continue working to restore power to customers affected by outages due to winds and fires. Panhandle area emergency shelters remain open for residents experiencing planned or unexpected power outages [1]. Events WTAMU SPRING CAREER & INTERNSHIP EXPO When: Thursday, February 19 Where: West Te...
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  • Amarillo TX Local News - February 19, 2026

    Amarillo TX Local News - February 19, 2026
    Feb 19 2026

    Amarillo TX Local News

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    LAVENDER FIRE UPDATE: The Lavender Fire continues to burn across 9,000 acres north of Amarillo with only 10% containment as of Wednesday afternoon [1][6]. The Valle de Oro community remains under mandatory evacuation orders, with The Church at Bushland (1800 S FM 2381) serving as an evacuation center and accepting donations for firefighters [1][6]. Residents are urged to stay away from the area to allow emergency personnel to focus on firefighting operations [6].

    POWER RESTORATION: Xcel Energy has restored power to 97% of customers affected by Tuesday's Public Safety Power Shutoff and weather-related outages across the Texas Panhandle [5][8]. As of 3:45 p.m. Wednesday, 526 customers remained without electricity, with all Amarillo customers restored except those near the ongoing Lavender Fire [5]. The shutoff was implemented in 14 Panhandle counties due to wind gusts up to 70 mph and critical fire weather conditions [5].

    SHOOTING SUSPECT ARRESTED: Nathaniel Maya, 29, was arrested Tuesday after a police chase that began following a shooting incident in Amarillo [3][7]. Maya faces three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, evading arrest/detention in a motor vehicle and on foot, and resisting arrest [3]. The chase ended in a field near Western and Arden Road in Randall County after Maya wrecked his car [7].

    HOMEOWNER REBUILDING AFTER POLICE CHASE DAMAGE: Angela Molina is working to rebuild her home after a police chase ended with a car crashing into her house nearly three weeks ago [2]. The home remains boarded up and badly damaged, with Molina stating "Everything is damaged, everything"

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