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Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity gifted a new home to the Mathis family yesterday — the move from a one-bedroom apartment to a three-bedroom house provided extra space and a backyard for the children. The family qualified for the homeownership program based on community income criteria. KFOX14
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Colombian musician Juanes, a 29-time Grammy and Latin Grammy winner, will headline Michelada Fest 2026 at Ascarate Park on Saturday, May 2, with Jhayco headlining on Sunday, May 3; fans can join a waitlist for ticket details. El Paso Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A power outage disrupted operations at Damian Elementary School yesterday, leaving the campus without electricity and phone service. Parents can pick up their children on schedule + officials work with El Paso Electric to restore power. KFOX14
- ➤ Canutillo ISD moved students outdoors at Alderete Middle and Canutillo Elementary after a gas smell was reported +Texas Gas crews are investigating+; classes will resume once officials clear the area. KVIA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ El Paso Water crews began repairing a water main break along Banker Road (and Remington Drive) in Westway yesterday after the Public Service Board approved a double-digit rate hike, affecting about 1,700 customers and prompting bottled water distribution at Westway Park while repair timelines remain unclear. El Paso Times
- ➤ El Paso Water warned Northeast and Central residents after deceptive flyers were distributed after a weekend water main break disrupted service for thousands. The agency advised reporting to the Better Business Bureau — flyers falsely claim routine safety checks and urge calls for expensive water filters. KVIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Texas Department of State & Health Services will drop rabies vaccine baits by air and by hand in El Paso County to prevent spread of the Arizona Fox variant. Flights begin in Alpine on Friday, Jan. 16 and continue from Del Rio International Airport on Jan. 21 if weather permits. El Paso Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Navy Blue Angels officials arrived in El Paso during a winter visit to gear up for the Amigo Airsho in October 2026 + the team will perform thrilling flight displays for local fans. 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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Cupid's Chase 5K El Paso
9-11 a.m. — McKelligon Canyon — Free entry — Run for a cause and receive a free book while supporting disability advocacy.
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