Melissa is originally from Chicago but she moved to the Panhandle in 1986. She is a graduate of Canyon High School and went on to Amarillo College to learn all she could about radio. She has been on the radio in Amarillo for over 20 years and hopes for many more. She loves music, baseball, (especially her Atlanta Braves and hometown Chicago White Sox) and the Investigation Discovery Channel. She has one daughter, Faith, and a granddaughter, Laila, who you'll probably hear about on the air. You can find her at home cooking or experimenting with her Air Fryer and Instant Pot.
Melissa Bartlett
Big Chain Stores That Have Come and Gone From Amarillo
When I take a trip down memory lane one of the best memories comes from shopping at Hastings. My daughter even mentioned on her recent visit to Amarillo that she really wished that Hasting's was still a thing.
Amarillo Vet Warns About Possible Distemper in the Area
Earlier this week my daughter sent me a Facebook post about a situation around Medi Park concerning squirrels. I wanted to keep an eye on this because we were out at the park on Sunday.
The Alamo Has Had Quite the Guest List Over the Years
When you think of the Alamo you think about all of the history that has happened there. I learned all about it in the seventh grade, Texas History. That was the year I moved to Texas. Nothing like a crash course in everything Texas.
Amarillo Food Truck Gets Permanent Location on Sixth Street
We have had several food trucks in Amarillo that went from being a food truck and then decided to make the move to a full-fledged restaurant. We have never had a bus do the same thing. Until now.
Amarillo Location Gets Much Needed Convenience Feature
Last summer it finally dawned on me Amarillo was missing this one major convenience. This one thing I know would make my life easier. Oh, and I know I am not alone. When I would make the trip to Dallas we would always take some time to fill up my daughter's five-gallon water jugs.
Texas Reporter Still Held in Syria Twelve Long Years Later
These are the stories that make our nightmares real in Texas. This Texas family is living it. Of course, it doesn't matter how old your kids are things like this should never happen. As your child grows and starts living their own lives you never stop worrying as a parent.
Amarillo’s Westgate Mall Losing Another Store Due to Bankruptcy
Walking around Westgate Mall I notice all of the stores. I think about what used to be there. Oh, I really miss The Disney Store. I remember taking my daughter to Justice. That was one of her favorite stores until she grew up.
Amarillo Pools Have Listened and Offer Pool Passes for First Time
Growing up I spent many days enjoying the city pools. Southwest Swimming Pool was the one where my mom would drop me and my sister off many days. We had so much fun. To this day certain songs I hear on the radio remind me of those days.
Amarillo’s Buc-ee’s Location – Updated Construction Photos
Have you been by the new Buc-ee's location in Amarillo? If it's been a while you may be amazed how fast it is moving along. I saw a picture or two floating around social media recently so I had to go ahead and drive by.
Want a Job With Excitement? This Amarillo Job Could Be Yours
When it comes to jobs in Amarillo there are those you can go into knowing what your day will look like. You may have a meeting or two that interrupts your day. Other than that your job may seem like it's pretty boring. You do your work. You go home. You get a paycheck. You enjoy it.
Lemonade Day – Stands Will Be Taking Over Amarillo This Weekend
Who isn't ready for a nice and tall glass of lemonade? Especially when that same glass of lemonade is helping teach so much to our kids. Lemonade Day in Amarillo is coming up this year on May 4th.
Don’t Get Out of Your Car at This Amarillo Donut Stop
Getting up and getting the family in Amarillo donuts is a treat that the kids look forward to. Heck, even my big kid always asks for one morning that I bring home donuts when I leave work. She has to have her cherry donuts at least once when she is in time. That just screams childhood to her.