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AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Here are the top stories from the week of July 21st-27th.

Man arrested after wrong-way chase through Amarillo

A man was arrested after leading police on a chase while traveling the wrong way down several roads on Wednesday morning, Amarillo police said.

Story: Man arrested after wrong-way chase through Amarillo

Former Amarillo Mayor, prominent businessman, philanthropist Jerry Hodge dies at 81

Jerry Hodge, a former Amarillo mayor, as well as businessman and philanthropist, died Thursday at age 81.

Story: Former Amarillo Mayor, prominent businessman, philanthropist Jerry Hodge dies at 81

Body found in Union County, New Mexico

A body was found buried on a property in Union County, New Mexico.

Story: Body found in Union County, New Mexico

Amarillo City Council schedules special meeting to discuss potential charter amendments

Amarillo City Council has scheduled a special meeting to discuss and review potential amendments to the city charter for the November election.

Story: Amarillo City Council schedules special meeting to discuss potential charter amendments

Arrest warrant issued for former Clovis police officer wanted for multiple felonies

A former Clovis police officer faces multiple felony charges.

Story: Arrest warrant issued for former Clovis police officer wanted for multiple felonies

Cocaine sharks worry Texas conservationists

A study found that 12 out of 13 sharks tested off Brazil's coast were positive for benzoylecgonine, a leading ingredient for cocaine.

Story: Cocaine sharks worry Texas conservationists

Texas Tech's Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy wins national community service award

The award was presented to TTUHSC team members at a ceremony at the 2024 AACP annual meeting on Sunday, July 21.

Story: Texas Tech's Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy wins national community service award