Profile · October–November
From Guest Book to Historic Home
An art show signature launched Machelle Wood into a decade of restoring landmarks — and eventually led her back to the people who built them.
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Activists protest Oracle data center plan in Doña Ana County
Hundreds gathered at New Mexico State University to oppose Oracle's Project Jupiter, citing environmental and water security concerns.
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El Paso Giving Day Raises Record $7.2 Million for Nonprofits
The 11th El Paso Giving Day generated $7.3 million for 309 local nonprofits on October 15, according to the Paso del Norte Community Foundation.
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UTEP volleyball falls to Air Force in five-set thriller at Memorial Gym
UTEP volleyball lost 3-2 to Air Force on Saturday, falling to 5-5 in Conference USA play.
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El Paso cancer survivor launches annual awareness event to support others
Marlene Rivera, a stage 3 breast cancer survivor, founded the Wonder Warrior Breast Cancer Awareness Event to give back to her community.
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El Pasoans Fighting Hunger gets $307K grant for mobile grocery pilot
El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank received a three-year grant to launch a mobile grocery program serving food-insecure residents.
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Severe storms possible across Borderland this weekend, mainly east of Rio Grande
Thunderstorms with potential for severe weather are forecast across the Borderland on Saturday and Sunday, with the greatest risk east of the Rio Grande Valley.
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El Paso GOP Chairman Appears in Sacha Baron Cohen Comedy Film
Michael Aboud, chairman of the El Paso County Republican Party, appears in a new Sacha Baron Cohen film releasing Friday, unaware it would be a comedy.
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UTEP Relaunches Mining Engineering Program as DOE Pushes National Workforce Expansion
The U.S. Department of Energy visited UTEP to highlight its relaunch of Texas's only mining engineering program, part of a $100 million effort to double graduates nationwide.
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El Paso voters may see different district on ballot due to redistricting
Some El Paso voters in Congressional District 16 may see District 23 candidates on their 2026 ballots because of newly redrawn maps.
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Severe Storm Chances Arrive Tonight in El Paso and Las Cruces
Storm chances begin tonight and persist through Saturday, with a 50% probability Thursday evening rising to 60% Friday and Saturday, according to KVIA.
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Trump Admin Asks Supreme Court to Resume Big Bend Border Wall Work
The White House appealed a federal judge's order blocking border wall construction in the Big Bend Sector after a lawsuit challenged its authorization.
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EPCC's 18th Literacy Fiesta celebrates local authors, art and community
El Paso Community College hosted its annual Literacy Fiesta on Wednesday, featuring author awards, free books and workshops at its Valle Verde Campus.
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YWCA El Paso Hosts 17th Annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes to Support Domestic Violence Survivors
The YWCA El Paso del Norte Region will hold its annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes fundraiser Thursday at San Jacinto Plaza, with men and boys wearing red heels to raise awareness and funds.
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EPCC Opens Student Lounge With Financial Resources at Valle Verde
El Paso Community College students now have access to a new lounge offering relaxation, financial literacy workshops, and banking support.
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Military Order marks 50 years of Massing of the Colors in El Paso
The Greater El Paso Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars will host its 50th Annual Massing of the Colors ceremony Saturday at EPCC.
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Major Storm System to Bring Severe Weather to Borderland Through Weekend
A significant storm system moving off the California coast will bring heavy rain, flooding and severe thunderstorms to El Paso and surrounding areas through Saturday.
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Study Reveals Hidden Water Crisis Below Colorado River Basin
Groundwater in the Colorado River Basin is declining rapidly and unexpectedly, according to new research from Virginia Tech scientists.
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FAA restricts drone flights within 1.15 miles of El Paso border
New federal restrictions limit drone activity to 400 feet above ground in areas near the U.S.-Mexico border, affecting major El Paso landmarks and local operators.
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Blue Angels, F-22s return to El Paso for 2026 Amigo Airsho
The Amigo Airsho returns Saturday and Sunday to Biggs Army Airfield with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and Air Force F-22 Raptor Demo Team.
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Three El Paso haunted houses team up for 'Terror Tour' fundraiser
Haunted Hallows, Forbidden Acres, and 963 Productions are collaborating on a first annual promotion offering discounts and donations to elderly homes.
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Alamo Flag 1835 – 1836
By Bernie Sargent, The 1824 Flag and the Alamo: A Texas Story of History, Myth, and Independence If there is one thing Texans love almost as much as barbecue,
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El Paso County to Host Community Night Out at Ascarate Park
The El Paso County Sheriff's Office and Parks and Recreation will host a Halloween-themed Community Night Out on Oct. 24.
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EPISD K9 Team Wins El Chuco 2026 Competition at County Coliseum
Forty-two police K9 teams from El Paso, Mexico, and New Mexico competed Friday in narcotics detection at the El Paso County Coliseum.
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West El Paso Nonprofit Serves Meals Without Charge, Grows Food On-Site
The Mustard Seed Cafe in West El Paso provides free meals to homeless residents and families while running a community garden and aquaponics system.
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El Paso County early voting begins Monday with two-week window
El Paso County Elections Department urges voters to cast ballots during early voting, which runs through Oct. 30, citing lighter crowds than Election Day.
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El Paso County Elections Department tests pollbook equipment for November vote
El Paso County Elections Department conducted a logic and accuracy test on electronic pollbook equipment ahead of November elections.
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HSEP board member to spend 24 hours in kennel for El Paso Giving Day fundraiser
The Humane Society of El Paso aims to raise $35,000 through its annual kennel challenge during El Paso Giving Day.
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Ysleta ISD promotes tax measure through town halls
Ysleta ISD is holding town hall meetings to build support for a November ballot measure that could generate $5.5 million in additional school funding.
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High Wind Warning, Blowing Dust Advisory in Effect for El Paso, Las Cruces Friday
The National Weather Service issued multiple alerts Friday for El Paso and Doña Ana County as strong winds and dust sweep across the region.
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High Wind Warning posted for El Paso County through Friday noon
El Paso County is under a High Wind Warning from 6 p.m. Thursday through noon Friday, with the strongest gusts expected between midnight and 3 a.m.
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Downtown El Paso's WinterFest returns Nov. 21 with parade, ice rink, free activities
The City of El Paso will launch its annual WinterFest on November 21 with a parade featuring more than 70 groups and over one million lights downtown.
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Law enforcement agencies to conduct training at Canutillo ISD site
Three law enforcement agencies will train at a Canutillo ISD building near three schools, with no emergency reported.
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Salvation Army's Red Kettle Run returns Nov. 7 in El Paso
The Salvation Army holds its second annual Red Kettle Run on November 7 at Braden Aboud Memorial Park, featuring a 1-mile family walk and a 5-mile race.
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El Paso's first free Día de los Muertos celebration launches Oct. 16
Destination El Paso will host a three-weekend Día de los Muertos festival at the Downtown Visitor Information Center, beginning with a ribbon cutting on October 16.
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Two contested races for El Paso district court judge in November election
El Paso County voters will decide two district court judge races Nov. 3, the first contested judicial elections since 2008.
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Blessed Be Man marks 20 years with benefit show for Child Crisis Center
El Paso post-rock band Blessed Be Man will hold a free anniversary concert October 17 to raise donations for children in crisis.
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NAMIWalks El Paso draws hundreds Saturday at Ascarate Park
The National Alliance on Mental Illness hosts its largest regional mental health event Saturday, with registration at 8 a.m. and the walk at 10 a.m.
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El Paso Water seeks input on four budget scenarios for fiscal 2027-28
EPWater is hosting community meetings across El Paso this month to gather customer feedback on budget priorities as the Public Service Board weighs four competing scenarios.
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From Guest Book to Historic Home
An art show signature launched Machelle Wood into a decade of restoring landmarks — and eventually led her back to the people who built them.
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El Paso Fire Department wears pink badges for breast cancer awareness
The El Paso Fire Department is wearing pink badges throughout October and partnering with the American Cancer Society to raise breast cancer awareness.
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Poll shows El Paso Republicans losing 2024 gains ahead of November midterms
A new poll suggests El Paso County Republicans have surrendered the significant inroads they made in 2024, with Democratic candidates now leading by roughly 2-to-1 margins.
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El Paso residents demand accountability after Marathon refinery release
Preliminary reports show the El Paso Marathon Refinery released more than 15 tons of pollutants on August 4; a public meeting Tuesday will address investigation results.
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New Mexico State Fair draws 521,000 for third consecutive year over 500K
The 2026 New Mexico State Fair surpassed half a million attendees, marking three straight years above that threshold.
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El Paso fourth grader selected for national math program
Isabella Romero from Alicia R. Chacon International School was chosen for the 2026 National Math Stars Voyager cohort.
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Republican veteran Leo Arcos announces El Paso County Commissioner Precinct 4 bid
Leo Arcos, a 13-year Army veteran with an MBA, is running for El Paso County Commissioner Precinct 4 on a platform of fiscal accountability and transparency.
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Latin Music Residencies Reshape Concert Industry, Drawing Millions
Bad Bunny's Puerto Rico residency generated nearly $200 million in economic impact, sparking a trend among major Latin artists.
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El Paso car clubs plan benefit show for girl with leukemia
Two El Paso car clubs are hosting a show Oct. 18 to raise funds for a girl battling leukemia and her family after their vehicle caught fire.
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El Paso Pro-Musica premieres America 250 concert; Mission Trail launches inaugural festival
El Paso Pro-Musica presents a world premiere of a commissioned America 250 project Thursday, while the Mission Trail Music Festival debuts Saturday with live performances across nine historic miles.
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Forbidden Acres launches Terror Tour with two local haunts for October
Three El Paso-area haunted attractions are joining forces this fall to offer visitors a multi-location experience and raise donations for assisted-living facilities.
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Doña Ana County Opens Damage Portal After Heavy Rain, Flooding
Residents can now report property and business damage from recent weather through an online assessment tool.
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El Paso Water seeks board approval for rate increase options ahead of major projects
El Paso Water presented four budget and rate increase options to its governing board, with the preferred plan raising typical household bills by about $60 annually.
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El Paso City Council District 6 Candidate Contreras Siller Opposes Data Centers, Vanity Projects
Claudia Contreras Siller, who has attended city hall meetings for nearly two years, is running for El Paso City Council District 6 with a focus on animal welfare and fiscal restraint.
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State of Mind Column- Navigating Hard Conversations-Youth Suicide Prevention
A few years ago, after picking up my then, nine year-old son from third grade, he told me that he had something very important to tell me. Usually these conversations were about figuring out how he could stay up later on the weekends, or earn some money to buy the newest Lego set. However, what he shared with me “blew me so far off to see the wizard” that I realized I needed to come to grips with, and change my mindset about what is happening amongst our youth in today's world.
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Tibor Schaechner, El Paso's Last Living Holocaust Survivor, Dies at 98
Tibor Schaechner, who survived Nazi forced labor and emigrated to El Paso in 1961, died Tuesday at 98.
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Paxton courts El Paso voters in first Senate campaign stop
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, the Republican Senate nominee, held a rally in El Paso on Wednesday ahead of the November 3 general election.
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El Paso City Council Pushes for Ratepayer Protection in Meta Data Center Power Deal
El Paso's City Council authorized negotiations Monday to shield utility customers from costs tied to a proposed 366-megawatt natural gas plant serving Meta's data center.
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Flash Flood Watch, Wind Advisory in Effect for El Paso Region Through Wednesday
Heavy rain and wind gusts up to 50 mph expected as remnants of Hurricane Polo bring tropical moisture to El Paso, southern New Mexico and far West Texas.
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Dam break emergency declared northwest of Hatch in Doña Ana County
The National Weather Service issued a flash flood emergency Tuesday as the McLeod Dam northwest of Hatch faced imminent failure from heavy rain.
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I-10 Widening Project Continues Weekend Closures Between Anthony and Transmountain
Eastbound I-10 will close full weekends through early 2027 as crews place bridge decks on the widening project.
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El Paso Property Tax Bills Rising, But Burden Remains Lowest in Texas
El Paso homeowners will pay higher property taxes this year, though residents still carry the lowest tax burden among Texas' 10 largest counties.