Good morning, El Paso.

Sun Bowl brings locals and new visitors together to celebrate football and community spirit today.

The annual event features tailgating (a favorite local gathering) and scenic views of desert and mountains that highlight El Paso's unique charm.

Hal Marcus, who has captured the Borderland’s beauty for over five decades, now faces a new challenge after a cancer diagnosis spurred renewed creative work.

He creates daily at his Sunset Heights studio with family & friends supporting his evolving art.

El Paso locals joined Duke and Arizona State fans at the 27th Annual Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl Fan Fiesta on Dec.

31 at the convention center (a pep rally with parades, band battles, mariachi, folklórico dancing, food vendors and games) that brought festive cheer.

El Paso small businesses will benefit today from a new tax break under House Bill 9 that exempts $125,000 of inventory from city, county, and school district taxes, while local officials review its impact and consider adjusting tax rates to protect revenue.

El Pasoans are setting improved fitness as their top resolution for 2026, according to a new survey of 1,000 adults that shows many residents also plan to boost their finances, lose weight, and improve their diets.

Unlike in 2023, mental health is now a less common goal in the city.

Missouri State won three consecutive home games and will face UTEP on Friday, Jan.

2 at its home venue. This will be the first meeting between the teams this season.

At the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl on Dec.

31, 2025, Duke quarterback Darian Mensah threw for 327 yards plus four touchdowns to lead his team to a 42 to 39 win in El Paso and secure the MVP award. He said he will return next season.

Duke won 42+39 over Arizona State in the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl on Wednesday, Dec.

31, with standout receiver Que'Sean Brown scoring the winning touchdown in the final minutes. Nearly 45,000 fans filled the stadium to watch the record-setting offensive game.

The Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl took place at Sun Bowl Stadium on Dec.

31, where the Arizona State Sun Devils & Duke Blue Devils faced off on CBS. Duke entered as a 3 1/2-point favorite after several opt-outs from Arizona State, drawing strong local attention.

Duke beat Arizona State 42-39 at the Tony The Tiger Sun Bowl at Sun Bowl Stadium on Dec.

31. The first half set a record with 52 points and featured a 54-yard field goal by ASU kicker Jesus Gomez.

At halftime at the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl, Duke leads Arizona State 28 to 24 (with a record 52 combined points in the first half).

Both teams traded scoring in a game that fans compared to a boxing match.

Duke football faced Arizona State in the Tony The Tiger Sun Bowl at UTEP in El Paso on Dec.

31, 2025, with kickoff at 12 p.m. MT, and the game was aired on CBS + Fubo for fans to follow.

Days of Remembrance - Bridal, Quince & Sweet 16 Expo

11 AM – 5 PM — El Paso Convention Center — Admission details not specified — Discover the largest and longest-running bridal and quinceañera expo in the region.

1st Meetup Fundraiser Luncheon at L&J Cafe

1-3 p.m. — L & J Cafe — Fundraising event — Enjoy a cozy luncheon while supporting a community-driven Meetup group for those 50 and over.

Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings

6:30-7:29 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting melodies from 'Bridgerton' by candlelight with a talented string quartet.

EMORFIK Live Performance

9-11 p.m. — 11:11 EP TX — Tickets from $51 — Emorfik brings unforgettable vibes to El Paso in this lively concert.

Tips for Winter Gardening

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Ascarate Teaching & Demonstration Garden — Free entry — Explore winter gardening techniques and enjoy family-friendly activities in the garden.