The American Heart Association of El Paso is promoting tomorrow’s National Walk to School Day, although many students in the El Paso area are still attending school virtually. Even with pandemic-related social distancing in place, parents are being asked to use this time to encourage physical activity, as well as to teach their children the safest route […]Read More
The El Paso Behavioral Health Consortium is hosting a free, virtual Progress Summit to discuss the recent challenges and successes of the group, as well as services and future plans for the region “With five years of consistent progress, Consortium partners are now engaged in a comprehensive behavioral health system assessment gathering community input and data […]Read More
Each year, the El Paso Fire Department joins fire departments nationwide for the Fire Prevention Week campaign and this year’s focus is Fire Safety in the Kitchen. “The campaign works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe,” EPFD shared. According to NFPA, cooking […]Read More
Elizabeth Triggs has been named the City of El Paso’s new Strategic Partnerships Officer. “I’m confident that under Elizabeth’s stewardship we will continue to identify and create operational synergies, improve key processes and implement key initiatives supporting our 25 by 2025 Strategic initiatives,” said City Manager Tommy Gonzalez. “She will be instrumental in the Communities of Excellence partnerships […]Read More
On Monday, the County of El Paso, in partnership with the Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation, El Paso Interreligious Sponsoring Organization (EPISO)/Border Interfaith and the Family Independence Initiative (FII), announced a new effort to put cash in the hands of families struggling with the COVID-induced economic slowdown and fighting their way out of poverty: […]Read More
Monday afternoon, UTEP Miners announced a new way for UTEP fans to cheer on the Miners at the Sun Bowl Stadium as attendance remains restricted at 18 percent capacity. “UTEP partnered with Allstate Agent Oscar Arrieta to present fan cutouts,” officials shared. “Fans can purchase a cutout for $39 or contact the Oscar Arrieta’s Allstate […]Read More
Norma Myers, principal of Capistrano Elementary School, has been named the 2020-2021 president-elect of Region 19 for the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA). “It is an honor to provide my service, leadership, and knowledge for such an admirable organization as TEPSA,” said Myers, who served as principal of South Loop Elementary School before […]Read More
As October gets underway, so does the Paso del Norte Health Foundation celebration of 25 years of promoting health and preventing disease in the region. “We extend our sincere thanks to the entire community for all that you have done to support and contribute to our mission over the last 25 years,” said Tracy J. […]Read More
Eva Moya, Ph.D., associate professor of social work at The University of Texas at El Paso, has been recognized with the regional 2020 Ohtli Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Mexican government to individuals who have aided, empowered or positively affected the lives of Mexican nationals in the United States and other countries. The […]Read More
The City of El Paso Fire Department and Department of Public Health along with many partnering agencies are offering free flu vaccines to those six month of age and older during this flu season. “We know that similar to COVID-19, the flu can be serious and even deadly for those with underlying medical conditions,” said Dr. Hector […]Read More
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