Amarillo College

06/18/2026

The Amarillo College Fire Academy is hosting physical ability tests for prospective students at 9AM on Saturday, July 11, and Saturday, July 18, at the First Responders Academy. To help applicants prepare for the simulated fire-scene activities, optional practice sessions will be held at 9AM on June 27 and July 1; walk-ins are welcome for all dates, and advisers will be on-site during testing to assist with applications.

Amarillo College will administer physical ability testing for individuals seeking admission to the AC Fire Academy at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 11, and Saturday, July 18, at the First Responders Academy (FRA).Completing the physical ability test, which consists of simulated fire-scene activities, is amo...

06/17/2026

If there's anything we love, maybe a little more than jazz, it's getting to see all your beautiful faces! AC and Polk Street Jazz would love to extend our gratitude to all the lovely members of the community who came out and shared the summer breeze with us.

06/16/2026

Hey there, June Jazz fans! We cordially invite you to another fun, summer evening of smooth tunes, featuring the eloquent prowess of Polk Street Jazz. Bring a chair and or a blanket to the verdant Washington Street Campus tonight at 7:30PM to catch the full show.

06/15/2026

NEW STUDENTS: If you are registered and ready to attend this fall, let us first say thank you for choosing us! We are thrilled to support you in achieving your goals and encourage you to jumpstart your success by attending New Student Orientation. NSO is a helpful way to get details about classes, tutoring, policies, and the abundant resources designed with your success in mind.

To register for New Student Orientation, visit www.actx.edu/fye.

06/11/2026

Panhandle PBS is celebrating the United States' 250th anniversary this summer through a series of community events, educational partnerships, and special programming. In collaboration with the Amarillo Public Library and Region 16, the station is hosting free public screenings of Ken Burns’ acclaimed documentary series, The American Revolution, on Tuesdays and Thursdays through July 2 at the Downtown Library.

Doors open at 5PM, and each screening will be followed by a community discussion led by West Texas A&M University history faculty. In addition to these events, Panhandle PBS is connecting local educators with free, curriculum-aligned history and civics resources at the Region 16 Curriculum Connect Conference on July 14–15.

Panhandle PBS is bringing communities together through screenings, educator partnerships, special programming, and learning opportunities as part of PBS America @ 250, a national initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States.This summer, Panhandle PBS is partnering with Amarill...

06/10/2026

The heat of June Jazz Night 2 could not be beat! Featuring some stellar tunes from the Amarillo Jazz Society, directed by the always illustrious Jim Laughlin and featuring composer and saxophonist Drew Zaremba, the Amarillo evening transcended simple summer serenity and exploded into an unforgettable night of dazzling effervescence.

Be sure to come and visit us EVERY Tuesday night of June this year at 7:30PM on the Washington Street Campus!

06/09/2026

Who's ready for more jazz? Amarillo College’s free 2026 Jim Laughlin June Jazz Series continues tonight, June 9, at 7:30PM on the Washington Street Campus at the Experimental Theatre Porch.

This evening's performance features the Amarillo Jazz Society alongside acclaimed saxophonist and composer Drew Zaremba, blending traditional big band and contemporary jazz sounds. Attendees are also invited to stay for the informal After Hours Jam from 9–10PM in the Amphitheater Pit for open musical collaboration.

06/08/2026

In celebration of the Route 66 Centennial and the Texas Route 66 Festival, Panhandle PBS is broadcasting a special lineup of local programming throughout June that honors the history, culture, and public art of the iconic Mother Road.

The schedule features a three-part series titled In Open Air airing Thursdays at 7:30PM, which explores regional creative expression with episodes on June 11, 18, and 25. Additionally, viewers can watch the 1999 retrospective Route 66: A Journey Through Texas on Thursday, June 11 at 8PM, followed by a dedicated documentary on the famous landmark, Cadillac Ranch: 10 Cars, 10 Movements, 1 Stunning Performance, on Friday, June 12 at 8PM.

As communities across the region celebrate 100 years of the iconic Route 66, Panhandle PBS will present a special lineup of locally relevant programming throughout June in conjunction with the Texas Route 66 Festival.The programming highlights the history, culture, public art, and enduring legacy of...

06/05/2026

FirstBank Southwest Center update! Students and staff looking to stay active can take advantage of the facility's summer hours.

Monday-Thursday: 6AM - 8PM
Fridays: 6AM - 6PM
Saturdays: 8AM - 5PM
Sundays: 1PM - 5PM

06/04/2026

Join Panhandle PBS for its free, annual "Be My Neighbor Day!" celebration on Thursday, June 11, from 2 to 4PM at the station's studios, located at 2408 S. Jackson St.

This family-friendly event promotes kindness and community spirit with free activities, an appearance by Daniel Tiger, and a chance for kids to meet local emergency responders and explore their vehicles.

Panhandle PBS is inviting local families to a free afternoon of community fun on the station's lawn. The station will host its annual "Be My Neighbor Day!" event from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, June 11.The free event will take place at the Panhandle PBS studios, located at 2408 S. Jackson St.Inspired by....