It is time for the 29th annual Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge.
The business plan competition opens in January, and eligible business owners in Potter and Randall counties will have the opportunity to compete for up to $100,000 in growth funding.
To get started, participants must attend one mandatory orientation session, which covers eligibility requirements, program expectations and how to prepare their five-year business plan.
Orientation dates and RSVP details are available at AmarilloEnterPrizeChallenge.
Sign up for an orientation at AmarilloEnterPrizeChallenge.com!
-Adam
NATIONAL ARGYLE DAY
National Argyle Day on January 8th celebrates the pattern derived from the tartan of Clan Campbell, of Argyll in western Scotland. The Scottish Highlanders have worn the design in kilts and plaids and patterned socks (known as a tartan hose) since the 17th century. Each year it is recognized and honored on this day. #NationalArgyleDay
NATIONAL BUBBLE BATH DAY
On a cold winter’s day, relaxing in a nice warm/hot bubble bath sounds like the perfect way to commemorate National Bubble Bath Day. Is it no wonder we celebrate it annually on January 8th? #NationalBubbleBathDay
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Across the country on January 9th each year, citizens take the lead to show support on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
Law Enforcement Officers of every rank and file have chosen a profession that puts their life on the line every day for their communities. They’ve answered a call to public service that is demanding and often unappreciated.
From local, state, and federal, their duties command dedication. The jobs are often thankless and take them away from their families for long hours. Rarely do they know what their days have in store for them. Often law enforcement are the only paid emergency resource a community has. More often they work in coordination with other local, state, and federal organizations to make communities safer
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9
Ribbon Cutting: Rent-A-Center
10:00 a.m.
7406 SW 34th Ave, Space 3
Relocation Grand Opening
More Information: Gabriel, (806) 358-8588
Find this event on Facebook soon.
Open from September 20th – January 9th at the Don Harrington Discovery Center.
Calling young artists and inventors! Immerse yourself in the mind of Leonardo da Vinci– building, sketching, testing, and designing, just like the “Renaissance Man” himself. Hands-on activity tables explore his contributions to art, science, anatomy and engineering. Will you recreate da Vinci’s work, or add an exciting twist that’s all your own?
Included with membership or general admission.
Leonardo’s Lab, a traveling exhibit, was developed by Carnegie Science Center (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) and produced in partnership with the Sciencecenter (Ithaca, New York).
From: Monika Barbee Subject: PRA big check day
PANHANDLE RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION MEDIA INFORMATION
EVENT-Friday, January 9th , 2026
TIME OF EVENT: 4:30 PM
LOCATION: THE BARFIELD, 600 S. Polk (lobby)
On Friday, January 9th, at 4:30 PM, the Panhandle Restaurant Association will award a total of $28,000 to the Amarillo Independent School District’s culinary education programs, Hereford’s culinary education programs and to local non-profit organizations.
AISD high schools provide culinary arts classes to high school students. The AmTech Career Academy School of Culinary Arts provides AISD high school students with job related training and education that prepares them to enter the hospitality industry upon graduation.
The donation to AISD and Hereford is $12,000. The High Plains Food Bank, Meals on Wheels, and Snack Pak for Kids will each receive $4,000 to further each organization’s efforts. In addition, the Amarillo Area Foundation will receive $4000 to provide scholarships to students working in the food service industry or who wish to attend restaurant/hospitality related college programs.
The PRA hosts fundraisers including Restaurant Round Up and the PRA Golf Tournament. The PRA donations are provided to enable and encourage students to enter the restaurant industry. The PRA board selects the organizations to receive the donations.
PRA Executive Board members will make the presentation in the lobby of the Barfield Hotel and encourage local media to attend.
The Panhandle Restaurant Association is the local chapter of the Texas Restaurant Association. The TRA is an industry advocate and resource for its members in the food service and hospitality industry.
CONTACT: Monika Barbee, PRA secretary, monikabrb@gmail.com/806-672-4118
FACEBOOK-Panhandle Chapter-Texas Restaurant Association
Monika Barbee
Category Manager
Equipment and Supply
Ben E Keith Company
2300 N Lakeside Drive
Amarillo, Texas 79118
cell 806-672-4118
