Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Celebrated September 15 to October 15 to recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic Americans to our nation. The observation began in 1968 was expanded by President in 1988. In this month we give extra recognition to the impact of history and culture of the United States, including important advocacy work, vibrant art, popular and traditional foods, and much more. Latinos continue to help fuel our economy and enrich our nation as entrepreneurs, athletes, artists, entertainers, scientists, public servants, and more. Here’s to 57 years of achievements!
Gift Card Raffle – Over $3,000 in prizes and more than 10 winners!
BBQ Dinner, Cakewalk, Kids’ Games, and Auction!
It’s an evening of fun for all ages — a true community celebration!
Susan Overcast
Washburn Community Volunteer
480-236-6679 cell
All proceeds will benefit the Armstrong County Fire Department and the Washburn Community Center.
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Join us as we cruise the mother road through parts of Texas for 2 days of fun . Come get a glimpse of what Route 66 has to offer as we cruise West to East starting in Tucumcari, NM With stops in Tucumcari, San Jon, Endee, Glenrio, Adrian, Vega and Amarillo
Join us as we caravan along old route 66 from Tucumcari, New Mexico to Amarillo, Texas. Your $66 entry fee Includes Lunch on Friday and Saturday as well as our Banquet Dinner at the Big Texan on Saturday Night. Entertainment and Music in Tucumcari Thursday Night. Admission to museums and entertainment during the Tour . We try to spend your entry fee on YOU to make sure you have a wonderful time on the motor tour.
We often get asked what do you do on a Motor Tour and do I have to have a classic car.
Well our motor tour is a group of like minded individuals interested in learning about or long time fans of Route 66. We Cruise as a group along as much of the original alignments of Route 66 as we can . Stopping as a group at different points of interest and sharing meals and our knowledge or interest in knowing more along the way. Its 2 days of fun and fellowship along the Mother Road. Whether its your first experience on Route 66 or your 200th. We usually have from the Novice to the knowledgeable on the tour and its always a good time for everyone. As far as a classic car . Of course we love them and usually put them in the front of the pack. But you do not need a classic car to join the motor tour. Bring Your mini van , your motorcycle, we even had a couple in a motor homes join us . Simply if it has wheels and you can cruise , your welcome to join in on the fun
Small Business Partner Applications open!
The Engler College of Business, in partnership with the WT Enterprise Center and America’s SBDC at WTAMU, is hosting its 3rd annual Buff Business Summit & Competition. High school students from across Amarillo and Canyon will be competing to solve challenges presented by local small businesses. Have a challenge to solve in your business or perhaps a new idea you want help implementing? Apply today to participate as a Small Business Partner!
There is no cost to you to participate. Applications close Monday, November 3rd. Check out the Small Business Partner FAQ for more information and apply at wtsbdc.com/buffbusiness.
Please let me know if you need anything else!
Thank you,
Calista Maldonado | Program Coordinator
America’s SBDC at WTAMU
(806) 651-5151
Tracy Sommers (she,her,hers)
West Texas Area Director
www.afsp.org/westtexas
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
tsommers@afsp.org
T: 806.670.1227
Catholic Charities of the Texas Panhandle
PO Box 15127
Amarillo, TX 79105-5127
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Save the Date: Amarillo International Film Festival — October 9-11, 2025 – Arts in the Sunset
Hello!
It is once again time for our annual VA Welcome Home celebration, and we are so excited that we will have a new venue in the Amarillo Civic Center for the event this year . If you are receiving this email, you have either joined us in the past, have requested the information, or have been referred to be a part. The event focuses on thanking our Veterans for their service, offering resources and information that may be beneficial to them, and it generates a great crowd.
If you have participated in the past, THANK YOU, and we hope you come back this year! If you have not, we would love for you to join us as we come together as a community to thank our Veterans and their families. We have hosted up to 2000 people at this event in prior years, so you will have the opportunity to share your program/business information with a huge audience at NO COST. All vendor space is FREE and is first come, first serve. Anyone is welcome to have a booth and we welcome you to come and enjoy the celebration and mingle with some of our nation’s greatest. This year space is somewhat limited, and we only have room for 60 vendors, so please get your forms in early!
If you would like to participate, we ask that you return the attached vendor form ASAP to the contact below so we can save a space for you. Lunch is also provided free of charge to everyone in attendance, including Vendors.
If you would like to be in the CHILDREN’s AREA specifically, please notate it on your vendor form. If you have any questions about the children’s area, please contact Reagan Maldonado at the numbers listed below.
See attached for the official flyer for your reference and to share at your place of business if you wish. We hope you will join us and look forward to hearing from you!
EVENT INFORMATION
Date: Saturday November 1st, 2025
When: 11am-1pm
Where: Amarillo Civic Center, North Exhibit Hall—401 S. Buchanan *** Please note change in venue if you have participated in years prior***
Contact:
Reagan Maldonado @ 806-223-9773, 806-681-5763 or reagan.maldonado@va.gov
Many Thanks!
Reagan Maldonado, LCSW
CRT SW/CC&ICM Program Coordinator
Office of the Chief of Staff
Amarillo VAMC
US Department of Veterans Affairs
6010 Amarillo Blvd West
Amarillo , TX 79109
(806)355-9703 x 4508
(806)681-5763 cell
Small Business Partner Applications open!
The Engler College of Business, in partnership with the WT Enterprise Center and America’s SBDC at WTAMU, is hosting its 3rd annual Buff Business Summit & Competition. High school students from across Amarillo and Canyon will be competing to solve challenges presented by local small businesses. Have a challenge to solve in your business or perhaps a new idea you want help implementing? Apply today to participate as a Small Business Partner!
There is no cost to you to participate. Applications close Monday, November 3rd. Check out the Small Business Partner FAQ for more information and apply at wtsbdc.com/buffbusiness.
Please let me know if you need anything else!
Thank you,
Calista Maldonado | Program Coordinator
America’s SBDC at WTAMU
(806) 651-5151