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Amarillo TX Local News - February 9, 2026

Amarillo TX Local News - February 9, 2026

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 Amarillo TX Local News Breaking news Woman Wanted for Aggravated Assault: Amarillo Crime Stoppers is actively searching for a woman wanted for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon [1]. Authorities are seeking public assistance in locating the suspect. Major Crash Under Investigation: The Amarillo Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating a major crash at the intersection of I-40 and Paramount Blvd . No further details have been released at this time. Vehicle Fire Shuts Down I-40 Exit: A car on fire has forced the closure of Exit 70 (Buchanan St./Highway 287/I-27 interchange) on I-40 . The incident occurred in the early morning hours. SWAT Standoff Results in Arrest: One man was taken into custody following a SWAT standoff at the Eddison apartments on Monday night . Law enforcement successfully resolved the situation. $650,000 Meth Bust: Amarillo authorities arrested a man after a drug smuggling investigation uncovered approximately $650,000 worth of methamphetamine . The significant seizure highlights ongoing drug enforcement efforts in the area. Traffic Alert: Fulton Drive just east of Bell Street remains temporarily closed between Holiday Drive and Harmony Street due to water main installation for the Ridgecrest neighborhood development [2]. Eastbound traffic is detoured at Holiday Drive and westbound traffic detours southbound at Harmony Street [2]. The closure is expected to continue through Friday, February 6 [2]. Tax Services Operating Normally: Despite a brief partial government lapse, IRS services have not been impacted or delayed as tax season gets underway [1]. Residents can proceed with tax filings without interruption. Weather No major weather events or storm systems are forecast for the Amarillo area in the upcoming week based on current information. No emergency preparation measures are currently being announced by city officials. Events Vote for Amarillo in Mural Competition: Amarillo has been selected as one of 10 Texas towns to participate in Star Spangled Texas, a mural competition led by Texas Monthly Studio and presented by Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages as part of the America 250 celebration . Residents can vote online to support Amarillo's entry in this statewide competition that celebrates local art and community pride. Amarillo Little Theatre Presents 'Jersey Boys': The juke-box musical about Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons is currently showing at Amarillo Little Theatre [3]. The production gives audiences a behind-the-microphone look at the real lives of the legendary music group, promising audiences will leave thinking "Oh, what a night" [3]. West Texas A&M University Theatre's 'Pride and Prejudice': WTAMU Theatre is offering an innovative take on the classic love story with their adaptation of 'Pride and Prejudice' [3]. The production combines comedy and chaos with romance in what promises to be a novel theatrical experience [3]. local business Project Matador Construction Continues: Fermi America's Project Matador site remains active with construction happening at what the company describes as "Fermi speed" [3]. CEO and cofounder Toby Neugebauer confirmed that the first phase of construction has been completed and work continues to progress [3]. However, rumors of construction worker layoffs have surfaced, with the Amarillo Tribune reaching out to Fermi America for clarification on the workforce situation [3]. Amarillo Children's Home Receives Major Grant: Parkhill has awarded the Amarillo Children's Home a $40,000 grant to purchase a new 12-passenger van [1]. This grant will help the organization better serve the community's children in need [1]. school BizTown Program Engages Students: Amarillo elementary students are practicing responsibility and money management through the BizTown program, where the "Mayor of BizTown" recently discussed street patrol with the Amarillo Chief of Police [3]. The hands-on educational experience gives young students insight into community leadership and civic engagement [3]. West Texas A&M University Educational Building Opens: WTAMU has opened the newly remodeled Geneva Schaeffer Educa...
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