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Spring Break to college students is the ultimate time to get away and have fun. However, what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas. College students all across the country find that this is the best time to let loose and become someone they normally wouldn’t be.
Spring Break for many has become a time where rules are thrown to the wayside, and fun is the main priority. To help students have a safe and responsible …

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The landscape around Amarillo and Canyon is known for its dry and barren lands, the art community taking roots in the area is not. With the opening of several new art galleries including Studio 502, Vermillion Editions Limited and Blue Sage Galleries, artists have more of a chance to expose their creations.
“Stanley Marsh has already opened the door for the art world with his unique street signs and the Cadillac Ranch,” local artist Taylor Meyer said.
Area artists …

Courtesy of oceancity.shownbyphotos.com | Each year, world renowned sand sculptor, Randy Hofman, creates large sand sculptures that attract attention and open conversations at South Padre Island.
As Spring Break draws near, many students may find themselves at a loss for plans. Others are anticipating a week at some interesting location.
For students in the former group, there are options that do not include the typical college antics for Spring Break.
The first of these options is to go on a mission trip with …

This Saturday is the annual University Formal and Casino Night. This year’s theme is Puttin’ on the Ritz. The event is being held at the Amarillo Civic Center Grand Plaza. The dancing and gambling begins at 7 p.m., and things will wind down at 11 p.m. Tickets are $15 and are on sale right now at the JBK Info Desk. In the course of the evening, the University Formal King, Queen, Prince and Princess will be crowned. The dress is …

This Friday, as part of the Communication Week festivities, there will be an Alumni Panel and a Student Showcase. For the Alumni Panel, the committee has gotten together a group of WTAMU alumni that represent the sections of communication. They will be avaliable to answer questions and talk to students interested in communication. After the panel, the showcase will feature examples from all areas of communication. Every area has a student to show what kind of talent they honed in …

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Gifts for Him

♥ A really nice bottle of wine.
♥ Tickets to a favorite sporting event or concert.
♥ A nice watch.
♥ An exotic flavor of coffee
♥ A season of his favorite TV show.
♥ A NorthFace jacket.
♥ DVD or CD.
♥ A book.
♥ A box of homemade fudge, brownies or cookies.

Gifts for Her

♥ Massage package.
♥ Manicure/pedicure.
♥ An elegant dinner.
♥ Chocolates.
♥ Stuffed animals.
♥ …

Having trouble planning a date? We’ve got your problem solved!
For the Guy or Girl Wanting to go the Extra Mile

♥ David’s Steak House

(806) 355-8178 (reservations needed)

♥ Las Brisas

(806) 331-2800 (reservations needed)

♥ Kabuki

(806) 353-4242

For the Average Joe or Joe-nina

♥ Chili’s (The 2 for $20 – a 3 course meal)
♥ Red Lobster (The 2 for $30 – a 2 course meal)
♥ The Plaza

For the Broke College Kid

♥ Make your own Candlelight Dinner!

You can find some great V-Day meals by just searching …

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Jonas Leon Rios
Prairie reporter
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Yup, it’s that time of year again where we can forgive ourselves for breaking our New Year’s resolutions of dieting, spending more than usual for a night out and of course letting go of all inhibitions.
For the 86th go round, the Texas Ford Dealers Tri-State Fair and Rodeo have frolicked into town, offering all of the same fun-filled traditions, along with exciting new …