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12/22/2024

Temps ended up in the 50s and 60s for the first day of winter. The mostly light winds will continue this evening and overnight. On Sunday morning, temperatures will linger in the upper 20s and low 30s.

Good Saturday evening, everyone! Temps ended up in the 50s and 60s for the first day of winter. The mostly light winds will continue this evening and overnight. On Sunday morning, temperatures will…

12/22/2024

Gov. Greg Abbott announced the state is placing dozens of billboards in Central American and Mexican cities to deter potential migrants from making the trek north. Abbott said the messaging on the billboards is a dose of “tough medicine” to hopefully prevent people who might be on their way to the Texas-Mexico border.

Gov. Greg Abbott announced the state is placing dozens of billboards in Central American and Mexican cities to deter potential migrants from making the trek north. Abbott said the messaging on the …

12/22/2024

ICYMI: As 2024 draws to a close, MyHighPlains.com is taking a look back at what our team and our community consider the top stories of the past year, including significant stories regarding local weather, politics and court cases.
Here’s an overview of some of the most impactful local stories on the High Plains in 2024. https://trib.al/HuPsudV

As 2024 draws to a close, MyHighPlains.com is taking a look back at what our team and our community consider the top stories of the past year, including significant stories regarding local weather,…

12/22/2024

Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm shifted from its festive fall getup to its Maxwell’s Amarillo Lights event in November, which will run from Nov. 29 – Dec. 23 on select days from 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. https://trib.al/dhDzmEI

12/22/2024

Drivers in Texas saw an increase in gas prices this week with an average of $2.67/gallon for regular unleaded fuel on Thursday, which is a 9-cent increase compared to last week and 7 cents more compared to this day last year, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch.

Drivers in Texas saw a increase in gas prices this week with an average of $2.67/gallon for regular unleaded fuel on Thursday, which is a 9-cent increase compared to last week and 7 cents more comp…

12/21/2024

Even though Party City will reportedly close all stores immediately, if you’re a fan of the party-supply retailer, you’re one flight away from shopping at the U.S.’ only two remaining stores.

Party City stores in Hawaii will remain open, even as the national chain announced plans to close 850 locations across the country.

12/21/2024

Amazon employees are striking at seven facilities and organizing protest at facilities across the country including the Amarillo facility, led by the Teamsters union.

Amazon employees are striking at seven facilities and organizing protest at facilities across the country including the Amarillo facility, led by the Teamsters union.

12/21/2024

The Senate has sent a stopgap government funding bill to President Biden’s desk, averting a shutdown.

House Republicans are scrambling to find a way to avoid a government shutdown after their second funding proposal was rejected, and are now planning to vote on a third proposal soon.

12/21/2024

Tax brackets are changing, the Social Security retirement age is rising, and certain Medicare premiums are going up. Another thing set to increase? Maybe your paycheck.

If your raise is small enough, you may still see an additional bump.

12/21/2024

Rickey Henderson, the man who changed Major League Baseball with his blazing, unbeatable speed, has died, according to multiple reports.

Rickey Henderson, the man who changed Major League Baseball with his blazing, unbeatable speed, has died, according to multiple reports.

12/21/2024

Texas State Parks invites Texans to an outside activity to start the year with a First Day Hike at a state park on Jan. 1.

Texas State Parks invites Texans to an outside activity to start the year with a First Day Hike at a state park on Jan. 1.

12/21/2024

The Tascosa Drive-In is set to host its final movie night with a Christmas Movie Marathon starting at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday.

The Tascosa Drive-In is set to host its final movie night with a Christmas Movie Marathon starting at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday.

12/21/2024

To many Australians, Saturday is more than just Dec. 21. It’s “Gravy Day,” all because of a lyric in one of the most unlikely Christmas songs ever written.

NEW YORK (AP) — To many Australians, Saturday is more than just Dec. 21. It’s “Gravy Day,” all because of a lyric in one of the most unlikely Christmas songs ever written. “How to Make Gravy,…

12/21/2024

Here are a few key destinations around Amarillo that highlight the best and – literally – brightest Christmas lights and decorative displays. https://trib.al/Sp5TJlo

12/21/2024

The Senate on Friday confirmed President Biden’s 235th judicial nominee, surpassing the record of 234 judges confirmed during President-elect Trump’s first term in office.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) marked the achievement after the Senate confirmed Serena Raquel Murillo to serve as district judge for the Central District of California.

12/21/2024

The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department released information about what the public can do to assist in interrupting the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, also known as bird flu.

The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department released information about what the public can do to assist in interrupting the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, also known as bird flu.

12/21/2024

The winter solstice is Saturday, bringing the shortest day and longest night of the year to the Northern Hemisphere — ideal conditions for holiday lights and warm blankets.

Yes, every day has 24 hours, but not every day has the same amount of sunlight.