AT&T has recently introduced a new internet option in Amarillo called AT&T Internet Air. This fixed wireless home internet service is designed to provide seamless connectivity to more Americans. The home Wi-Fi is delivered over the AT&T wireless network, ensuring robust and dependable internet service for consumers across the country. According to a company announcement, AT&T Internet Air can be easily set up in less than 15 minutes with a simple five-step self-install process. All it takes is a smartphone camera and a QR code to get started. For more information on how to set up AT&T Internet Air, visit their website at https://about.att.com/pages/internet-air.
In other news, the winners of the 2024 Amarillo Vegan Chef Challenge have been announced. This month-long challenge saw more than 100 people voting for their favorite chefs and dishes, including “super voters” who dined at three or more Vegan Chef Challenge restaurants during July. The top five winners of the challenge are Feed Me, Indian Oven, 575 Pizzeria, Blue Crane Bakery, and Yellow City Street Food. The challenge aims to promote vegan dining options in the Amarillo area and encourage diners to explore plant-based diets. To learn more about the challenge and upcoming events, visit @VeganChefChallengeSW on social media or the website at veganchefchallenge.org/Amarillo.
The Dollar General Literacy Foundation has awarded over $220,000 in youth literacy grants to Texas nonprofit organizations, libraries, and schools. These grants are part of a larger initiative to support literacy programs and provide resources for K-12 students. Recipients in Texas include Lubbock – Communities In Schools Of The South Plains, Marfa – Marfa Education Foundation Inc., Midland – Quanah Parker Elementary, Odessa – Ector County Isd Education Foundation, Inc., Odessa – University Of Texas Permian Basin, and Shallowater – Shallowater ISD. The grants are expected to positively impact the lives of over 25,000 individuals in the state. To learn more about the Dollar General Literacy Foundation and future grant opportunities, visit their website at www.dgliteracy.org.
The U.S. Department of Labor recently celebrated the 60th anniversary of the Job Corps Program, which aims to provide young adults with opportunities for career paths and job training. Four center directors and student leaders from Texas Job Corps campuses attended the Job Corps Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C., where they met with government officials, developed leadership skills, and toured the nation’s capital. Since its establishment in 1964, the Job Corps Program has trained and educated over 3 million individuals across the country. Texas is home to four Job Corps campuses: David L. Carrasco, Gary, Laredo, and North Texas.
Lastly, the Center for Women Entrepreneurs at TWU has announced a new round of grants for women-owned startups through its StartHER program. This grant program, now in its sixth year, offers financial support to women-owned businesses in Texas. The center will be awarding 10 grants, each valued at $5,000, to support women entrepreneurs in realizing their business dreams. Since its inception, the StartHER program has awarded $500,000 in grants to 115 women-owned businesses, empowering them to grow and succeed. To apply for the StartHER grant, businesses must submit a completed online application by October 4th. For more information on the grant program and application process, visit twu.edu/center-women-entrepreneurs/starther/.
In conclusion, these recent developments in Amarillo and Texas highlight the commitment to innovation, education, and entrepreneurship in the community. From new internet options to culinary challenges and literacy initiatives, these initiatives aim to improve the lives of residents and foster growth and opportunity in the region.
