I’m a transplant to the Texas Panhandle but I lived here longer than I did in Tornillo, Texas. I moved here to attend college and fell in love with Amarillo, and it’s four separate seasons. I began my broadcasting career in El Paso, at age 14, so I was a grizzled veteran when I got to the panhandle. If you can name an Amarillo station, I’ve probably worked there. I graduated from WT, and married a girl I met in McCaslin Hall. Our two boys were born and went to school here. One works in Austin television and the other is a Marine. We have two dogs, and a cat to keep us company. I’ve been inducted into the Texas Panhandle Broadcasters Hall Of Fame, something I’ve very proud of. My music taste extends from The Beatles to Katy Perry and everything in between. I am a devoted Dallas Cowboys fan and one of my dogs is named “Romo.” We watch a lot of old movies, binge on Netflix, and travel when we can. I love the arts, the gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, the canyon, and our enormous selections of restaurants. I read…a lot, with Stephen King and Erik Larson, being my favorites. I love living here and the panhandle in my forever home. I consider myself very lucky to have been adopted by the wonderful people who live here. My days are filled with handshakes, hugs, and nice notes on social media. Thank you for spending your morning with me.
Jamey Karr
[Update] 2018 Tri-State Fair Parade.. Back on!
The Tri-State Fair holds some 94 years of memories, but one will be missing this year. The parade that kicks off Tri-State Fair week, has been cancelled due what the the fair officials are calling "several concerns."
Clean Out The Office Fridge!
There are many benefits of having an office refrigerator. It's a great place to store lunch or you feel the need to keep something cold. So, who cleans it out? Who gets that job?
Stephen King’s New Novel Mentions Amarillo. A Lot!
One of the small things in life that please, is seeing my city mentioned in books, or appear on television and the movies, for good reasons.
[UPDATE] Potter County Seeks Bushland Teen Runaway
Potter County is asking for help to find a Bushland teen who ran away from home.
Amarillo Could Be Killing More Cats & Dogs – Not Less
I am an animal lover and try to be the best pet owner I can
Amarillo Baseball Team GM Says The Five Names Are Final
For those of us, who have been unhappy with the five final names of Amarillo's new baseball team, the General Manager has said we WILL have one of the following: Bronc Busters, Boot Scooters, Jerky, Long Haulers and the much hated " Sod Poodles.
I Have Better Amarillo Baseball Team Names
I didn't know what a "Sod Poodle" was until Charlie Hardin told me
This is YOUR Chance to Rate the Amarillo Police Department
For most us, contact with the Amarillo Police Department happens when they want to talk to us. The APD wants Amarillo residents to talk to them.
Watch Your Step! Snake Season is Early in the Panhandle
Droughts bring a lot of unwanted consequences. Roasted lawns, low lake levels, and the unmistakable sound of rattlesnakes.