Local News
Here’s a look at the area’s project closures for the week ahead. The complete closure lists via hyperlinks are below. During the week of Feb. 11, the existing Sunland Park eastbound exit ramp (Exit 13) …
February, 2019
January, 2019
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30 January
SISD to Open ‘Academia de Dos Idiomas’ at Two Schools for 2019-2020
The Socorro Independent School District announced Wednesday that they will open a dual language academy at the start of the 2019-2020 school year. “Team SISD is the right choice for endless opportunities and we are …
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28 January
Nominations Open for Texas Senate District 29 Environmental Excellence Recognition Program
State Senator José Rodríguez’s Senate District 29’s Environment Advisory Committee Environmental Excellence Recognition Program (EERP) is now taking nominations for the first-ever recognition event. “It is my sincere hope this effort can add to the …
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27 January
Armed Services YMCA Launches 2019 Art & Essay Contest
Officials with the Armed Services YMCA announce the launch of the 2019 Art & Essay Contest, co-sponsored by GEICO Military. “The ASYMCA Art & Essay contest shines a spotlight on the children of our military family.” said …
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25 January
Rep. Escobar Announces House Judiciary Subcommittee Assignments for 116th Congress
On Friday, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) announced her appointment on two House Judiciary subcommittees for the 116th Congress: the Subcommittee on Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties, and the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. “I’m …
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24 January
Supper Meal Program Comes to Bel Air, Del Valle Middle Schools
The Ysleta Independent School District (YISD) will introduce its “supper program” for the first time at Bel Air and Del Valle middle schools beginning January 28, primarily to provide free and nutritious meals to students …
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24 January
El Paso’s Own Food City Offering ‘Shutdown Package’ to Furloughed Federal Workers.
Via a social media post on Thursday, officials with the local supermarket brand Food City announced a unique way to help those El Pasoans hit by the government shutdown. Food City will be offering a …
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23 January
City: Property Tax Deadline Around the Corner
The deadline to pay 2018 property taxes is Thursday, January 31, 2019. Taxpayers are encouraged to pay before the deadline to avoid delinquent penalties and interest. Property tax bills may also be printed by visiting …
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22 January
Canutillo ISD Named Finalist for 2019 H-E-B Excellence in Education Small District Award
Canutillo Independent School District (CISD) officials announced on Tuesday that their district had been selected as a finalist for the statewide 2019 H-E-B Excellence in Education award. Canutillo was recognized as an outstanding small district. “Outstanding …
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20 January
Las Palmas Medical Center, Del Sol Medical Center Receive Accolades for Care
Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare, which includes Las Palmas Medical Center and Del Sol Medical Center, has been recognized with Healthgrades 2019 awards in bariatric, cardiac and orthopedics care. “Las Palmas Medical Center continually strives …
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16 January
El Paso Water to Assist Furloughed Workers
On Wednesday afternoon, officials with El Paso Water announced plans to assist furloughed workers who have missed paychecks due to the government shutdown. EPWater will assist any federal worker who may need additional flexibility in paying …
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14 January
Registration Open for City’s 13th Annual Neighborhood Leadership Academy
Enrollment for the 13th Annual Neighborhood Leadership Academy is now open and the City of El Paso’s Community and Human Development Department is looking for residents who are interested in learning how their municipal government …
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13 January
Video+Gallery: Sunday Morning Tractor Trailer Fire Ties Up Traffic in Horizon City
Horizon City’s Sunday morning got off to a smokey start, as a semi truck and trailer caught fire right in the center of town. Shortly after 10 a.m., a tractor trailer loaded with liquid detergent …
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12 January
TxDoT/Go10 Detours, Closures & Work for Week of January 13
A major change is set to take place early this week and will impact drivers who use the Resler ramp to enter I-10 Eastbound. The change – which is temporary – will result in drivers …
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9 January
Registration Begins for Continuing Education Courses for Older Adults
The University of Texas at El Paso’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) is taking applications for adults over the age of 50 who wish to take classes that aim to excite and stimulate their minds. …
