This week's community news includes pet microchipping, student scholarship
AAMW offering free microchipping for pets
Amarillo Animal Management and Welfare is offering free microchipping every Saturday in October.
If your animals are not microchipped, you can visit the shelter, with no appointment necessary. Microchipping helps the chances of owners being reunited with lost pets and is an extra form of identification.
In-office microchipping will be available on Oct. 7, 14, 21 and 28. Animal Welfare officers will also be carrying extra microchips in their units throughout the month and will be offering them free of charge to owners of pets they meet during regular duties.
The AAMW shelter is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call (806) 378-9032 or email animals@amarillo.gov.
Potter County student awarded OSU scholarship
On Sept. 6, a Potter County student was honored by the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture and received academic scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Seth Scroggins of Amarillo is studying Natural Resource Ecology Management and earned a Ferguson College of Agriculture Scholarship.
These scholarships are part of the more than $1.8 million that students receive from the Ferguson College and its academic departments. Students from all areas of study are considered for university scholarships, which can be combined with college and departmental opportunities.
“We are proud to support new students as they begin their academic careers in the Ferguson College of Agriculture,” said Cynda Clary, Ferguson College of Agriculture associate dean of academic programs. “We look forward to seeing the contributions they will make within our college and at OSU. We are grateful for our donors and friends who support these scholarships and our students.”
With 16 majors, a variety of study options and more than 60 student organizations, the college is committed to expanding minds and inspiring purpose. Learn more at agriculture.okstate.edu .
Bee's Fundraising celebrates raising $1 million for organizations across Amarillo and the Texas Panhandle
Bee's Fundraising, a locally-owned and operated fundraising organization based in Amarillo, is proud to announce that they have successfully helped a variety of organizations raise a collective $1 million to support their causes throughout Amarillo, the Texas Panhandle and South Plains, as well as Oklahoma and Kansas.
Founded by Doug and Donna Sims in early 2017, Bee's Fundraising has grown exponentially, surpassing the founders' wildest dreams. The company's name, inspired by what their nine grandsons affectionately call Doug – ‘Bees,’ has become synonymous with community support and dedication.
"We started this journey with a simple passion – to serve others. Today, as we celebrate this significant milestone, we are reminded of the countless wonderful people we've met and the worthy organizations we've had the privilege to help," said Doug Sims. "Our commitment has always been to provide the tools necessary for groups and organizations to raise funds effectively, and we are excited to celebrate all they’ve accomplished and see the impact we’ve been able to make for our nonprofits, sports groups, and others in our community.”
TXNW to improve railroad crossings in Cactus and Sunray; project expected to take several days to complete
MOORE COUNTY – The Texas North Western Railway will begin a replanking project in Cactus and Sunray on Thursday, Oct. 12. The two crossings to be replaced are located on the U.S. 287 frontage road, south of Cactus and the other at FM 119, north of Sunray.
Weather permitting, each location is expected to be completed in three days and worked on the following schedule: FM 119 Thursday, Oct. 12 from 8 a.m. to Monday, Oct. 16 and U.S. 287 frontage road Tuesday, Oct. 17 from 8 a.m. to Thursday, Oct. 19.
This project will require both locations to be closed for the entire duration of the given schedule. A detour to assist drivers around the area will be posted at the project site.
Donated Orthodontic Services to help Texas kids in need
October is National Orthodontic Health Month and the Texas Association of Orthodontists (TAO) is celebrating by recruiting volunteers for the Donated Orthodontic Services (DOS) program.
DOS, a 501(c)(3) charitable entity, is a program of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO). It pairs volunteer orthodontists with young patients who have demonstrated financial need. Through the program, children receive help during a critical time in their development when bullying and self-esteem issues are prevalent.
In the last two years in Texas, DOS volunteers provided a complete course of free orthodontic treatment for 24 children in need. Since its inception, the DOS has provided orthodontic treatment for over 1,000 children across the U.S. DOS currently has 25 volunteer orthodontists in the state of Texas. Volunteers for the program are not compensated for their time or reimbursed for the cost of braces, diagnostic tests, or laboratory services. Last year, DOS received 275 applications from parents seeking treatment for their children.
"We are always actively seeking out new DOS volunteers," says Dr. Andrea Font, president of TAO. "We want to encourage all our members to consider participating. It's a wonderful experience to give back, and having more volunteers means we can help more families who need orthodontic care."
TAO will be kicking off Orthodontic Health Month by encouraging its members to volunteer for the program by visiting the American Association of Orthodontists AAO page and filling out the intake form, and by highlighting the impact of this program on TAO volunteers and their patients through TAO’s website and social media platforms.
Brady Dental Smiles 'For Freedom' free dental event for veterans planned
On Friday, Nov. 10, Brady Dental Group is proud to be hosting their Third Annual Smiles for FREEdom Event. On this day, the Brady Dental team is providing free dentistry for all U.S. veterans and active-duty military service members, according to Dr. Kimberly Gilbert of Brady Dental Group.
“Brady Dental would like to show their appreciation for all of these Veterans by serving them. Each Veteran should call to schedule an appointment during the month of October for their exam and x-rays. After the Veteran’s October appointment we will schedule them to return for their Free dental treatment during our Smiles for Freedom Event,” said Dr. Gilbert.
Space is limited. Each Veteran should reserve their spot as soon as possible. The event takes place Nov. 10 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is by appointment only. Call 806-353-6422 or email xray@bradydentalgroup.com .
“It’s been on our hearts to do this,” said Dr. Gilbert. “Our entire staff has been thinking of ways that we can honor those people whose service to our country allows us to freely do what we love to do,” she added. “So much of what America stands for, these men and women have actually paid the price with their service. We want them to know that at Brady Dental Group, we respect them and want to thank them for their service,” said Dr. Gilbert.
For more, see bradydentalgroup.com .
This article originally appeared on Amarillo Globe-News: Amarillo area Our Town briefs for Oct. 8, 2023
