KATP-FM (Amarillo, TX)

KATP, also known as "The Bull" and broadcasting at 101.9 FM, is a radio station that caters to the Amarillo, Texas region with a focus on country music. This station is owned by Townsquare Media. The studios for KATP are situated on Southwest 34th Avenue in the southwest part of Amarillo, while its transmitter tower can be found to the north of the city in Potter County, which is not part of any municipality.

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#951975

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Texas Crash Report System Hacked, Is Your Data at Risk?

1 week ago | thebullamarillo.com | Lori Crofford

When you hit the highways or roads of Texas, you know that as a driver, you are always at risk. You have to pay attention at all times. However, no matter how careful you are, you can’t control other drivers. At some point, you may still end up in a car accident. For most people, accidents are just fender benders, but for others, they can be much more serious. Either way, a wreck is stressful, and dealing with everything after can rattle you. My significant other was in a wreck in April.
Texas Crackdown Exposes Alarming Amount of Child Predators

2 weeks ago | thebullamarillo.com | Lori Crofford

Back in April 2025, the FBI in Dallas and North Texas led a mission of over 70 law enforcement agents across Texas. Law enforcement from major cities, including Dallas, Garland, and Plano, as well as smaller cities like Amarillo, Abilene, and Lubbock, participated in this operation. The mission was called Operation Soteria Shield. Operation Soteria Shield was an operation by the North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and the FBI Dallas’s North Texas Child Exploitation Task Force.
Texas Tech Has the Coolest Camp for Future Veterinarians

2 weeks ago | thebullamarillo.com | Lori Crofford

The best thing about summer in Amarillo is the number of summer camps available for the kids. You can find a camp for almost any interest your child may have. If you have a child who loves animals and they aspire to be a veterinarian, then you want to sign them up for this one-of-a-kind camp at the Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine. The Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine in Amarillo officially opened in Amarillo in the fall of 2021.
Amarillo Locals Say These Spots Are Worth Every Mile

2 weeks ago | thebullamarillo.com | Lori Crofford

We all know that Amarillo is home to many great restaurants. You could eat at a different restaurant each day, and you still wouldn't be able to try every single one in Amarillo in a year. We all have our favorites, but there are just some restaurants in the area that you will go out of your way for. We aren't talking about driving miles and miles, or being in the car for over an hour.
Don’t Miss This Online Texas License Renewal Change

2 weeks ago | thebullamarillo.com | Lori Crofford

You will find a few things in life that are just downright annoying and you don't want to do. In Texas, you are required to renew your driver's license every 8 years. Most people don't want to have to set an appointment to go to the DMV and wait in line (although appointments are available) just to renew their driver's license. Most people choose to go the simpler route and renew online; this saves you a ton of time, and it is easier.
Tips to Dodge Storm Repair Scams in Texas

2 weeks ago | thebullamarillo.com | Lori Crofford

When storm season hits in Texas, it can sometimes hit hard. Many people are literally left to pick up the pieces of what a storm has done to their homes, cars, and lives. While many begin the cleanup process and struggle to cover costs, since insurance often falls short and deductibles are high, others hit the road, heading to the hardest-hit areas to make money offering repair services. While many of these companies are legitimate, some are not, and they're just looking to scam you.
Shake-Up Ahead for Texas Department of Criminal Justice

2 weeks ago | thebullamarillo.com | Lori Crofford

Texas is home to the largest prison population in the country, with almost in over 100 prisons across the state; however, when measured . Last week, on June 5th, an announcement was made by the Executive Director of the TDCJ. An announcement that could mean big changes are coming to the prison system in Texas.
Fuel Up! A Popular Convenience Store Chain Coming to Canyon

2 weeks ago | thebullamarillo.com | Lori Crofford

Canyon, Texas, just keeps growing. Nearly every week, we hear that a new business is moving into this great Texas Panhandle city. It's only a matter of time before Amarillo and Canyon are fully connected. It seems that it is already happening on VFW Road. This road has several names: VFW Road, as mentioned above, South Soncy Road, and FM 2590. One road with three names, but it is growing every single day. The number of businesses and neighborhoods that are opening on this stretch is remarkable.
Why Most Texans Are Avoiding Electric Cars in 2025

3 weeks ago | thebullamarillo.com | Lori Crofford

In Texas, on any given road or interstate, you will find it full of pickups. That's normal for Texas. However, over the past decade, and especially in recent years, more electric vehicles (EVs) have appeared on the roads. There could be many factors for this, including that it was cool to have an electric car at one point in time, it was the cool new toy.
Sip Your Way Through Amarillo's Best Iced Teas

3 weeks ago | thebullamarillo.com | Lori Crofford

The one thing about Amarillo is that the summers can be hot. One way to beat the heat from the Texas sun is with a big glass of iced tea. I mean, it's the official drink of Southerners. Iced tea can come in many variations, but the most popular is sweet tea. Sweet tea usually requires at least a pound of sugar. Iced tea is a religion in the South. Iced tea even has a special day to celebrate, and this year it falls on Tuesday, June 10.