From: Texas Panhandle War Memorial Center
4111 S. Georgia
806-350-8387
Tim Reid, Executive Director
The 80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) is on May 8, 2025. VE Day marked the end of hostilities in the European Theater in World War 2.
The Daughters of the American Revolution, Ester McCory and Molly Goodnight Chapters, will hold a lantern ceremony on May 8, 2025 at 9:30pm at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial joining communities
across Texas to honor the sacrifice of our Veterans and remember the 80 years since the end of World War II in Europe. Many millions paid the ultimate sacrifice to achieve victory and bring peace to a battered continent. 1,079 Panhandle Veterans paid the ultimate sacrifice and are memorialized on 10 granite monoliths at the War Memorial.
The ceremony will be outdoors with the lighting of red lanterns here and across Texas at 9:30 p.m. (2130). The names of our Veterans who paid the ultimate sacrifice will be read out loud, followed by the singing “God Bless America.” The flames from these red lanterns, representing the ‘light of peace’ that emerged from the dreadful darkness of war. The red represents the sacrifices made during the war.
We encourage the public to come out for the ceremony and bring a red lantern.
We invite you to visit the Texas Panhandle War Memorial Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Our telephone number is 806-350-8387; our web page is www.TexasPanhandleWarMemorial.com
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Thanks,
Tim
Tim Reid
Executive Director
Retd FBI Unit Chief
Texas Panhandle War Memorial
4111 S. Georgia
Amarillo, TX 79110
806-350-8387
“Shadow Force”: Kerry Washington and Omar Sy team up for this action flick. Also opening: horror flick “Clown in a Cornfield” and “Fight or Flight” with Josh Hartnett. (Cinergy, 9201 Cinergy Square)
THURSDAY, MAY 8
Ribbon Cutting: Joe’s Place Venue and Kitchen
4:00 p.m.
2108 Paramount
New Business Grand Opening
More Information: Whitney, (806) 268-2370
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
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
Media advisoryAMARILLO District |
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National Travel and Tourism Week event to be held in AmarilloMore than a dozen local tourism agencies expected to be in attendance |
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May 8, 2025
| WHEN: | Friday, May 9, 2025
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
| WHERE: | Amarillo Travel Information Center (TIC)
9700 E. I-40. Amarillo, TX 79118 |
| MEDIA: | TxDOT’s TIC to host “Travel & Tourism Day” event to spotlight National Travel and Tourism Week |
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.**
| Contact Jason Britsch at jason.britsch@txdot.gov or (806) 356-3256.
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Jason Britsch
Public Information Officer
Texas Department of Transportation
Amarillo District
5715 Canyon Drive
Amarillo, Texas 79110
(806) 356-3256 O
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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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