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Wednesday, April 17, 2013  The Forest Service is hearing complaints about campground closures and service reductions in other recreation areas in northern New Mexico's Santa Fe National Forest.

Sunday, March 24, 2013  The Discover the Dinosaurs exhibit was held in the Rex Baxter building at the Tri-State Fairgrounds for a three-day appearance Friday through Sunday. The walk-thru museum allowed families to explore the interactive show and learn about the pre-historic days when dinosaurs were around. Kids had a hands on approach to learning, which made the exhibit unique from regular museums.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  The USDA Farm Service Agency has announced 34 counties in Texas have been authorized for emergency grazing use of the Conservation Reserve Program for the fiscal year 2013.

Friday, October 26, 2012  It’s Friday and time for fun and relaxation, and local businesses and organizations have provided Amarillo with a weekend to go out and about.

Saturday, October 13, 2012  The Women's Ranch Rodeo Association competed in the World Finals in Amarillo, October 12-13 on the Tri-State Fair Grounds. Women swapped roles with the men and stole the spotlight in the rodeo arena.

Tuesday, September 18, 2012  Folks planning to head out to the Tri-State fair better prepare for the crowds. But, they also should prepare to see some extra security personnel keeping a close eye on all the action, as well.

Friday, September 14, 2012  The Tri-State Fair and Rodeo is officially open to all. But as many of us know, all that food and all those rides can be expensive.

Thursday, September 13, 2012  If barbecue is your thing, Amarillo is the place to be right now!

Thursday, September 13, 2012  Get ready Amarillo, the award winning Amarillo Chamber Good Times Celebration Barbecue Cook-off comes back today at 5.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012  Great Smoky Mountains National Park camping areas closed because of bear activity

Friday, December 30, 2011  A $500,000 project is replacing the more-than-40-year-old concession stands at the Tri-State Fairgrounds.

Wednesday, September 21, 2011  Just when you thought the Tri-State Fair had it all -- they added more.

Monday, September 19, 2011  It's back for it's 88th year of rides, rodeo and of course, food.

Sunday, August 28, 2011  West Texas A&M University's Agriculture Ambassadors spent their Saturday morning repairing the grounds at Reeves-Hinger Elementary School in Canyon.

Monday, April 04, 2011  NTSB: Cracks similar to those found in damaged Southwest Airlines jet found in 3 other planes