Melissa Bartlett

Dasher Diary: An Amarillo DoorDash Driver Speaks Out After Being Accused of Stealing
Ever wonder why your delivery order is missing an item? It’s rarely the driver’s fault. An Amarillo Dasher recounts a recent confrontation where a customer accused them of stealing.

Storage Full? Why Amarillo Police Say That Text Message Could Drain Your Bank Account Instead
Don't let urgency lead to a drained bank account. The latest APD scam alert highlights a phishing tactic where scammers pose as cloud storage providers.

Don’t Waste Your PTO: This Amarillo ‘Secret’ Keeps Kids Learning While School Is Out Jan 19
Save your PTO this January! With AISD students out for MLK Day, the Discovery Center is hosting a special one-day camp. From wacky weather science to hands-on experiments, kids will stay busy and learning from 9 am to 4 pm. Pre-care and after-care options are also available for busy parents

Location Troubles? The Real Reason Bass Pro Shops Hasn’t Claimed the Old Camping World Site
The buzz around Bass Pro Shops moving into Amarillo has been electric, but what’s really happening behind the scenes? Let’s break it down.

End of a Seven-Year Journey: Amarillo’s Favorite Giant Consignment Sale Is Closing for Good
Amarillo is saying goodbye to the Just Between Friends consignment sale. For nearly a decade, JBF served as a "cool club" where families could recoup costs on outgrown items and buy needed supplies at a discount.

Coming Soon to Amarillo: The ‘Mom Lounge’ and Kids’ Cafe Every Parent Has Been Waiting For
Amarillo is getting a new toddler-friendly destination: Sweet Times Villages. Owner Melanie Jackson recently shared that the "mom lounge/kids' cafe" will feature eight playhouses, a baby area, an indoor road for Little Tikes cars, and eventually a soda bar. An opening date is coming soon!

The Best $5 You’ll Spend This Month: Bounce Houses and Indoor Swimming Hit Amarillo Jan 17
Beat the January chill at Amarillo Parks and Recreation’s Inflatable Fest! On Jan 17, from 1–6 pm, the Warford Activity Center hosts bounce houses and indoor swimming with a special inflatable.

First Denny’s, Now This: The Recent Restaurant Closures Changing the Face of Amarillo
Amarillo's dining landscape continues to shift as Chicken Express at I-40 and Grand permanently closed on Christmas Eve. This brings the city down to just three locations. While the timing was tough for employees, fans can still find their favorite chicken and tea at the remaining three spots.

Down to One: Another Iconic Amarillo 24-Hour Diner Quietly Closed Its Doors Recently
Amarillo is down to its final Denny's location. Following the 2024 closure of the Georgia Street site, the Denny's at Exit 76 (Flying J/Airport Blvd) has permanently closed due to rising rent and declining profits
Dasher Diary: Drivers Just Got a New Way to Rate Customers After Every Delivery
DoorDash just added a post-delivery rating feature, and drivers are already using it to call out low pay.

Amarillo Parents: The Perfect Low-Commitment Way to Introduce Your Littles to Youth Sports
Amarillo Parks and Recreation is offering a Mini Sports Camp for children ages 3 to 5 at the Warford Activity Center. From January 14–16, kids can try basketball, soccer, and T-ball for just $35. It’s a low-commitment way to see which sport your child enjoys before signing up for a full season.

End of an Era: After 50 Years, This Iconic Canyon Business Is Closing Its Doors
H.R. Flowers and Gifts, a Canyon staple for 50 years, is closing as owner Glenda Moore announces her retirement. The business is currently for sale and must be moved to a new location. A final inventory and fixture sale will run until February 22nd, following one last Valentine's Day season.
