THURSDAY, MAY 8

Chamber Event: Business After Hours at Joe’s Place

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

2108 Paramount

Free Networking Event

More Information: Christy, (806) 342-2015

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Dan “The Piano Man” Hanson: The Amarillo musician tickles the ivories every Thursday at Public House. (5:30 p.m. 3333 S. Coulter St.; 806-398-7777)

Jeremy Camp: The contemporary Christian star brings his “These Days” tour to the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts. (7 p.m. 500 S. Buchanan St.; tickets $24 to $85, VIP packages available; 806-378-3096)

“Dreamgirls”: Amarillo Little Theatre closes out its season with the beloved musical inspired by Motown greats like The Supremes. (7:30 p.m.; continues through May 18; ALT Allen Shankles MainStage, 2019 Civic Circle; ticket prices vary; 806-355-9991)

Luis Torres: The Americana singer brings the tunes to Club Elev8 at Level II Cocktail Lounge. (8 p.m. 626 S. Polk St.)

TxDOT Media Advisory: National Travel and Tourism Week Event to be Held in Amarillo

May 8, 2025

AMARILLO —National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) shines a spotlight on the U.S. travel industry’s essential role in driving economic growth, creating jobs and enhancing the nation’s global competitiveness.

“Travel is one of our nation’s most powerful economic engines—supporting millions of jobs, fueling businesses and propelling industries forward,” said U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman. “National Travel and Tourism Week reinforces the pivotal role travel plays in building a stronger, more prosperous America.”

Since 1983, NTTW has underscored the travel industry’s contribution to U.S. economic strength, community vitality and quality of life. In 2024, the travel industry generated $2.9 trillion in economic output, supported more than 15 million jobs and produced $190 billion in tax revenue—equivalent to $1,490 per household.

According to Visit Amarillo, $1 billion of direct travel spending was brought into Amarillo’s economy in 2023, supporting local businesses and fostering long-term growth.

TxDOT and Visit Amarillo are recognizing travel’s impact through local tourism agencies showcasing their contributions to making Amarillo one of the state’s top tourist attractions. Agencies expected to be in attendance include Center City Amarillo, Texas Outdoor Musical, Working Ranch Cowboys Association (WRCA), and more.

**TxDOT Media Availability will be from 10 a.m. to noon. It will be the attending tourism agency’s decision to speak to the media.**

Jason Britsch

Public Information Officer

Texas Department of Transportation

Amarillo District

5715 Canyon Drive
Amarillo, Texas 79110

(806) 356-3256 O

jason.britsch@txdot.gov

X: @TxDOTAmarillo

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FRIDAY, MAY 9

Ribbon Cutting: Livingston Hearing Aid Center

10:00 a.m.

7308 Fleming Ave

Renovation / Remodeling

More Information: Courtney, (806) 702-8244

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 Our blood drive has been moved to May 9th from 5pm to 8pm!!!

All donors will recieve a chance to win a gift basket and a free Krispy Kreme Donut Bread Pudding for their table!!

I’ve recently made a food trade with News Channel 10!! We are catering their Networking Events on Tuesday April 29th and Wednesday April 30th,

and in return they have given Walk-Ons $950 worth of advertising for free.

Pretty cool right!! If you or someone you know is interested in more advertisements, give me a shout and I will give my man Kez your information!!

Yvonne Perea: The Amarillo folk singer returns to Pescaraz. (6 p.m. 3415 S. Bell St., Unit K; 806-350-5430)

Andy Chase: The Amarillo favorite slings songs every Friday at Napoli’s Italian Restaurant. (7 p.m. 700 S. Taylor St.; 806-220-2258)