City Facilites to Close at Noon Today
Due to the ongoing snow event, all city facilities will close at noon today (Thursday). Essential services such as fire/police and street/road crews will remain in operation. Sanding operations will include overpasses, arterial intersections and downtown streets identified in the Snow and Ice Control Plan. For information on City of Amarillo weather readiness, go to: […]
BIG Program: Old Tascosa Brewing Company
Matt and Amy Welch, owners of Old Tascosa Brewing Company, wanted a sign that would reflect the history of their unique brewery and the spirit of Route 66, while also capturing the attention of customers passing by arguably the most famous roadway in America. Thanks to the City of Amarillo (COA) Business Improvement Grant Program […]
Road Temporarily Closed for Repairs Due to Water Main Break
A portion of S.E. Third Ave. between Grand Street and Eastern Street will be briefly closed for a repair project due to a water main break. The water break main occurred Thursday and is being repaired. No customers are without water service. The water main break has required repairs to a portion of the roadway […]
Health Advisory: Avian and Seasonal Influenza Update
A small number of sick wild geese in the area have tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza A. To minimize the risk of exposure, residents are advised to avoid handling dead, sick, or injured birds. If such birds are observed, contact Amarillo Animal Management & Welfare at 806-378-9032 for assistance. Although human transmission of […]
COA to Consider Renaming Facility in Honor of John Ward
Following the direction of city council, the City of Amarillo (COA) is considering a proposal to honor the late John Ward, a former city manager from 1983 to 2005 who died in March at 70. Council has discussed in previous council meetings the proposal, which includes renaming either Medical Center Park or the Comanche Trail […]
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year: COA Announces Holiday Service Schedule
AMARILLO – The City of Amarillo (COA) has released a holiday schedule for the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s Day. COA wishes the Amarillo community a happy holiday season. For more information contact City of Amarillo Media Relations Manager Dave Henry at (806) 378-5219 or by email at David.Henry@amarillo.gov ###
Counting on Amarillo: Volunteers Needed for PIT Count
A starting point to help those in Amarillo experiencing homelessness begins now. The Point in Time Count (PIT) is led by the City of Amarillo (COA) Community Development Department and the Amarillo Continuum of Care. PIT is a volunteer effort consisting of individuals going throughout the city during a 24-hour period to count the homeless […]
Southeast Park to Close Tuesday for TPWD Geese Research Project
AMARILLO – The City of Amarillo’s Southeast Park will be closed Tuesday (December 17) for a cooperative research project by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Texas A&M-Kingsville. TPWD will be conducting a research project of Cackling Canada geese. The research project includes a tracking study. Geese will be fitted with a solar-powered […]
How to Stay Safe, Warm This Winter
AMARILLO – As temperatures drop this winter, the City of Amarillo (COA) wants to ensure that everyone has access to safe shelter and resources during cold weather. To help those in need, several local organizations are offering day and night shelter options, free transportation and updates on cold weather alerts. Day Shelters: The PARC: Open […]
Baby, It’s Cold Outside: Winterizing the Amarillo Zoo
Working at the Amarillo Zoo and caring for its wild residents requires a variety of special skills, including the ability to put a coat on a donkey. “This is just a part of the winterization process at the Amarillo Zoo,” Amarillo Zoo Curator Berkeley Hilliard said with a laugh. As winter progresses in Amarillo and […]