Panhandle PBS

06/18/2026

If you haven't watched the first episode of our digital series "Panhandle Voices: Local People. Extraordinary Stories." it's on our YouTube channel and PBS Passport to view anytime, anywhere!

Jacqui, - Matter What - This episode of Panhandle Voices follows Jacqui Balderaz Gritzan, who found a sense of belonging in the largely misunderstood Amarillo punk scene of the ’90s. That sense of belonging was cut short by the infamous death of her friend Brian Deneke—a loss that would shape her journey into motherhood, her healing, and her understanding of patience in ways she never expected.

Watch it here:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/kfeYTxBU6fc?si=Yst8XpeT86uo5uAY
Passport: https://www.pbs.org/video/episode-one-jacqui-9qrgyv/

06/17/2026

A reminder that this event series runs through June 2nd! 💙

Find more info and a full schedule here: https://www.panhandlepbs.org/theamericanrevolution/

Amarillo Public Library's celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence begins next week!
Working with our partners, including Panhandle PBS and Amarillo Genealogical Society, we've planned a documentary series offering a deep dive into the history surrounding the American Revolution. It all starts with the documentary, 'Liberty or Death', filmed at what was then the Henrico Parish Church, the original site of the Second Virginia Convention. The series continues with episodes of 'The American Revolution' by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David P. Schmidt. Everything wraps up with a giant birthday celebration on July 2!

06/16/2026

Big questions can come up when scary things happen — the Meet the Helper toolkit helps you guide those conversations with care and confidence. (Grades: PreK-2)

Many children have questions and can feel uneasy when emergencies occur in their communities. Meet the Helpers introduces “helpers” and explains the role they play in emergency situations. Included are videos and hands-on activities that provide educators and families with developmentally approp...

06/12/2026

☀️🐯Be My Neighbor Day! 2026 was an outstanding success thanks to the hundreds of GRR-IFIC friends and partners who came to help us celebrate!

Whether you assisted as a volunteer or came to enjoy the festivities, we are so grateful to know that Panhandle PBS is so loved and supported.

💙WE ARE ALREADY EXCITED FOR NEXT YEAR!💙

06/11/2026

✨Today is the day!✨

Join us from 2-4 p.m. today, June 11 in front of the Panhandle PBS studios at 2408 S. Jackson St. on the Amarillo College Washington Street Campus.

We have so many fun activities planned and our staff and friends (including Daniel Tiger) cannot wait to meet you!

For more information please follow the link below. ⬇️
https://www.panhandlepbs.org/bemyneighborday26/

06/10/2026

Starting tomorrow, June 11, join us as we celebrate Route 66! 🛣️

06/09/2026

Look who stopped by to say hello!
Daniel Tiger is so ready to meet you this Thursday during our "Be My Neighbor Day!" event. 🐯

☀️Learn more here: https://www.panhandlepbs.org/bemyneighborday26/

06/08/2026

🚒We are SO close to "Be My Neighbor Day!"
What are you most excited about?

Learn more here: https://www.panhandlepbs.org/bemyneighborday26/

06/05/2026

This week, the Panhandle PBS team joined Amarillo College's Communications and Marketing Department and the Amarillo College's FM90 crew to celebrate the production of our Cadillac Ranch documentary.

By bringing together two American cultural icons, PBS and Cadillac Ranch, we hope to add another chapter to the rich legacy of stories associated with these nationally recognized institutions.

You can watch "Cadillac Ranch: 10 Cadillacs, 10 Movements, 1 Stunning Performance" on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/iOR34216hAc?si=h__jDZLJssS8I_M4