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Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ El Paso’s iconic Star on the Mountain will light up in red and white on Tuesday and Jan. 23 to honor BTS’s upcoming world tour performances at UTEP Sun Bowl, where concerts are set for May 2 and May 3. Tickets will be available on Jan. 24 at 3 p.m. from LiveNation. KFOX14
- ➤ Michelada Fest will take place May 2 and 3 at Ascarate Park with a diverse musical lineup—featuring headliner Juanes and performers from Blessd to Chuyin—and tickets are now available—official sales began online. KFOX14
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Peace Lutheran Preschool and Daycare on the West Side will close after July 31 after a vote by its Lutheran Church congregation and Council to sell its building at 595 Belvidere St + parent meetings on Jan. 13 at the PLPD Library provided details to families. El Paso Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Desarrollo Económico del Norte is proposing a binational tram (Juárez-El Paso Express Tram) to connect the El Paso and Ciudad Juarez airports and ease border travel. Ciudad Juarez officials back the idea while working on funding, and local El Paso support remains unconfirmed. KFOX14
- ➤ Residents are dealing with a water main break while El Paso Water proposes a 12% rate increase that will add an extra $10 per month+ fund repairs for aging pipelines. The Public Service Board meets today to decide on the budget, with new rates set to begin March 1. KFOX14
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ El Paso Times asked readers to vote for the Children’s Hospital high school athlete for the week of Jan. 6-10 based on performances in wrestling, soccer, and basketball; nominees included Abigail Garduno (43 points, 32 rebounds), Allison De La O (32 points), Liyara Wilkes (42 points), and others. El Paso Times
- ➤ El Paso world champion boxer Stephanie Han will host a Meet and Greet to celebrate her win over Holly Holm Friday, Jan. 16 at her Oriental Martial Arts school in Northeast El Paso. She won by technical decision after the fight was stopped on Jan. 3 in Puerto Rico. El Paso Times
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Depeche Mode Tribute Night
8-11:30 p.m. — Club 101 — $ — Kick off Valentine’s weekend with a memorable Depeche Mode tribute show.
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