Amarillo TX Local News - February 13, 2026

Amarillo TX Local News Breaking news Who: The Potter Randall Appraisal District (PRAD) and Potter County Commissioners Court. What: Chief Appraiser Jeff Dagley has implemented new safeguards following a clerical error that resulted in a $412,000 shortfall in the Potter County budget [1][2]. Where: Potter County Commissioners Court, Amarillo, TX [1]. When: Reported on February 9, 2026 [1][2]. Details: The error involved a tax exemption oversight that will impact future county budgets, prompting the district to overhaul its internal verification processes to prevent similar financial gaps [1]. Weather While specific meteorological data for the upcoming week was not provided in the current findings, residents are advised to monitor local alerts as the city enters the mid-February season, which historically carries risks of sudden temperature shifts and high winds in the Panhandle. In the event of severe winter storms or high-wind advisories common to the region, the city recommends securing outdoor property and maintaining an emergency kit with at least three days of supplies