From: Tracey Wingfield Subject: Local Chiropractic Practice Rallies Patients to Support Maverick Boys & Girls Club
PRESS RELEASE
Who: Perkins Family Chiropractic
What: Check and Donation Presentation
Where: 1901 Medi Park Drive Ste 1036, Amarillo TX 79106
When: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Time: 1:45pm
Contact Donna Soria, CEO
donna@maverickclub.org | 806-672-2439
Perkins Family Chiropractic Rallies Patients to Support Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo Through Annual Appreciation Event
AMARILLO, TX – October 14, 2026 – The Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo is proud to announce a generous community donation from Perkins Family Chiropractic, raised during the practice’s annual Patient Appreciation Day.
Each year, Perkins Family Chiropractic hosts the festive event to treat patients to food, fun, and complimentary chiropractic adjustments in exchange for monetary or item donations benefiting a local nonprofit. Guided by its commitment to giving back, Perkins Family Chiropractic chose the Maverick Boys & Girls Club as this year’s official beneficiary.
“We are deeply grateful to Perkins Family Chiropractic and their amazing patients for supporting the Maverick Boys & Girls Club this year,” said Donna Soria, CEO of the Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo. “Their continuous dedication to giving back locally creates a direct and meaningful impact on the young people we serve every day. Support like this allows us to maintain quality programming and provide a safe, empowering environment for Amarillo’s youth.”
This annual tradition highlights the powerful impact of local businesses and neighbors coming together to invest in the next generation
About the Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo
The Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo provides youth with academic support, leadership development, and character-building programs in a safe and encouraging environment, empowering young people to achieve their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.
About Perkins Family Chiropractic
Perkins Family Chiropractic is a dedicated local health practice in Amarillo, Texas, committed to providing compassionate chiropractic care while actively serving and uplifting the local community through annual charitable initiatives and local outreach.
For more information, please contact Donna Soria at donna@maverickclub.org or 806-672-2439
Tracey Wingfield
Executive Assistant
To Donna Soria
Maverick Boys & Girls Clubs of Amarillo
O: 806-372-8393
C: 404-926-6563
2:00 p.m.
1000 S Polk (Chamber Front Steps)
New Chamber Member
More Information: Anita, (224) 789-6488
2400 Russell Long Blvd Canyon, TX 79016
(806) 651-2810
Price:
Admission $20 adults, $15 seniors and non-WT students, $10 for children, free for WT students, faculty and staff with Buff Gold Card
Time:
7:30 PM to 10:00 PM
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7:30 p.m. Oct. 14, 15, 16 and 17; 2:30 p.m. Oct. 18
NATIONAL GROUCH DAY
Attention, all you grumblers, moaners, and professional complainers! October 15th is National Grouch Day, the one day of the year you can be your truest, most miserable self without anyone telling you to “turn that frown upside down.” So go ahead, let out that groan you’ve been holding in. Today, misery loves company, and we’re all invited to the pity party. #NationalGrouchDay
NATIONAL I LOVE LUCY DAY
Get ready for some side-splitting laughter and hilarious antics! October 15th marks National I Love Lucy Day, a celebration of the timeless television classic that forever changed the landscape of comedy. Today, we honor the groundbreaking show I Love Lucy and the brilliant quartet who brought it to life: Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz, Vivian Vance, and William Frawley. #ILoveLucyDay
WHITE CANE SAFETY DAY
National White Cane Safety Day on October 15th honors the independence, achievements, and rights of people who are blind or visually impaired. More than just a day of recognition, it is a call for public awareness, reminding everyone that the white cane is both a vital tool for mobility and a powerful symbol of freedom. #WhiteCaneSafetyDay
The Christmas in October Holiday Market in Amarillo, TX, is scheduled for Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25, 2025.
The event is a gift and craft show hosted by Sharing Hope Ministry at the Amarillo Civic Center Complex in the South Exhibit Hall
- Location: South Exhibit Hall, Amarillo Civic Center Complex, 401 S. Buchanan St., Amarillo, TX 79101.
- Dates & Times:
- Friday, Oct. 24: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
- Saturday, Oct. 25: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
- Admission: Weekend admission is typically $8.00 at the door (Cash, Credit, or Venmo); children 12 and under are usually free.
- Highlights:
- Shopping: Over 100 unique booths featuring home décor, boutique clothing, jewelry, and handmade items.
- Bake Sale: Known as the largest bake sale in the Texas Panhandle, featuring decorated cookies, cakes, pies, and specialty mixes.
- Special Events: Past years have included a “Ladies Night Out” VIP shopping event and photo opportunities with Santa.
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Why Attend?Proceeds from the market directly benefit Sharing Hope Ministry, a nonprofit that provides resources and support to incarcerated women and those in recovery. - Highlights:
5:00 p.m.
1375 N Western
New Location Grand Opening Celebration
More Information: Cecilia, (806) 433-5107
From: Amarillo LWV Subject: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Amarillo LWV’s Nonpartisan Candidate Forum—Thursday, Oct. 15th
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Amarillo LWV’s Nonpartisan Candidate Forum Welcomes Voters to “Meet the Candidates” on Thursday, October 15th
To some, October means pumpkin spice lattes. To the engaged voters of Amarillo, it means something much bigger. It’s a time when one can find Nonpartisan Voters Guides distributed throughout town—at public libraries, coffee shops and grocery stores—followed by a mid-month gathering in a downtown bank basement where folks can get up-close and personal with those running for office. And what’s sweeter than the Fall flavor of democracy?
With early voting only 10 days away, the League of Women Voters of Amarillo hopes to attract a big crowd for this year’s pre-midterm Nonpartisan Candidate Forum, sponsored by Raise Your Hand Texas and Elevate Amarillo. It’s scheduled for Thursday, October 15th at 6:00 pm (with doors open at 5:30 pm) in the Virgil Patterson Auditorium, located in Happy State Bank (7th & Taylor). Light refreshments will be provided.
“We’re so excited for this year’s lineup, and there’s certainly a lot of energy among voters looking to cast a ballot in the upcoming election,” said Skylar Gallop, the evening’s moderator.
The community is encouraged to come early, as the event will start promptly at 6 pm. Attendees should come with questions, as they will be collected for consideration as time permits.
“We hope for a big turnout,” said Hope Stokes, one of LWV of Amarillo’s two Co-Presidents. “We’ll have print copies of our Nonpartisan Voters Guide on site, so voters looking for more info on these candidates will leave this event well-informed.”
Co-President Jackie Phommahaxay Murguia encourages everyone to make the time to engage with this event, even if they’re unable to make it in person. “The League is honored to continue our partnership with News Channel 10 again this year, so the entire forum will be livestreamed on their website,” she said. “So technically you can watch it from home in your pajamas!”
REMINDER: The midterm election will take place on Tuesday, November 3rd, and early voting in Texas starts on Tuesday, October 19th and runs through October 30th.
You can find our Nonpartisan Voters Guides all over Amarillo, but you can also view digital versions (in English and Spanish) on the League’s website.
For additional information about elections, candidates, and policy, the League encourages voters to check out the recent episodes of their podcast, The Lone Star Deep Dive — especially the one featuring Christy Benge (Potter County Elections Administrator) and Shannon Lackey (Randall County Elections Administrator) answering questions about mail-in ballots, challenges to the Texas voter rolls, voting access, and registration status. “Our elections administrators shared hard facts about voting in our region, how county offices safeguard our elections, and what’s been making waves in their offices and statewide,” said Tonya Kleuskens, podcast host.
The League invites every community member to join us as we work toward our mission: “Empowering voters. Defending Democracy.” For more information, please contact Jenny Inzerillo, LWV of Amarillo’s Publicity Chair, at jennyinzerillo@gmail.com.
ABOUT OUR MODERATOR: Skylar Gallop is a journalist, storyteller, political advocate, and community builder based in Amarillo, Texas. Skylar was a television news anchor and reporter across Texas before coming “home” to Amarillo where she dove deep into strengthening her community. She works as a political advocate for public education through the statewide nonprofit, Raise Your Hand Texas. She also serves on various boards and committees in Amarillo, including the Panhandle Plains Red Cross, The Amarillo Area Foundation, and the city’s Parks and Recreation Department.
Skylar was raised in Seminole, Texas before she graduated from West Texas A&M University and began her broadcasting career. When not sharing stories through the podcast or her advocacy, Skylar loves cooking, travelling, and gardening. She and her two young sons are happiest when they are camping.
Skylar was awarded Brick and Elm’s 2024 Brickly Award for Advocate of the Year, Amarillo Globe News’ 2024 Citizen on the Move, and Amarillo Chamber of Commerce’s 2022 Top 20 Under 40 Amarillo Chamber of Commerce.
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The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The organization is open for membership to all persons 16 years of age or older. The LWV does not support or oppose any political party or candidate, but action may be taken on issues after study and consensus.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI): The Amarillo LWV strives to be inclusive in all our activities. Linda Vaughn, a long tenured member of our League, served on the state DEI task force. Linda reminds us, “As we work with our committees and the community, let us always look at the things we do through a DEI lens. Diversity is about differences; equity is about providing equal access; and inclusion is about fostering a sense of value and empowerment in people.”
