Good morning, El Paso.

Game Vault El Paso is a vibrant hub offering casual board game play and organized tournaments for all skill levels today; the center welcomes newcomers with safety measures plus hosts regular events for local gaming groups.

Alamo Drafthouse theatres in El Paso are closed since Trip Tap Ventures will no longer operate them, and ticket holders will soon receive emails with cancellation details & refunds.

A state report showed that in 2025, mixed-beverage sales receipts from local purchases of spirits, beer & wine excluding food sales were recorded, providing insight into residents' drinking habits.

Humanities Texas honored an El Paso English teacher for classroom excellence + the award ceremony celebrated the educator’s commitment to helping students learn.

Local high school students made an app to help caregivers support family members with long-term illnesses in El Paso.

They built the tool after seeing loved ones struggle and hope it will ease daily care tasks.

El Paso doctors completed the region’s first minimally invasive procedure for urinary incontinence at Providence Transmountain Campus.

The new procedure (using neuromodulation to reduce bladder urgency and leakage) offers an alternative for patients who have not found relief from medications.

Texas Tech Health El Paso will launch a new orthopedic surgery residency on July 1 that trains three residents per year—aiming to grow to 15 by 2030.

Led by Dr. Rajiv Rajani, the program will improve local musculoskeletal care by training residents at UMC.

The 21st $500,000 Sunland Derby is set for Feb.

15 at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino, featuring an eight-horse field and awarding points toward the Kentucky Derby on May 2. Express Kid (3-1 odds) leads the pack as the favorite.

Depeche Mode Tribute Night

8-11:30 p.m. — Club 101 — $ — Kick off Valentine’s weekend with a memorable Depeche Mode tribute show.

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.

Fashion and Business Networking Event

6-8 p.m. — The Tiki Room El Paso — Limited tickets available — Network with professionals from various industries while enjoying a vibrant atmosphere.

NAWIC Paving the Way 5K Run

8-9 a.m. — Up & Running — Registration required — Lace up for a community 5K supporting women in construction.

Sam Houston State Bearkats vs UTEP Miners Softball

11 AM – 12 PM — Helen of Troy Softball Complex — Tickets available — Experience the excitement of college softball with a thrilling matchup between the Bearkats and Miners.

IDEA Public Schools 5k & Healthy Living Expo

7-11:30 a.m. — Ascarate Golf Course — Registration Fee — Participate in a fun 5k run promoting healthy living for all ages.

Remote/Hybrid Job Preparation Workshop

4:30-6:30 p.m. — Gallardo and Wilson Conference Room — Free — Acquire essential skills to thrive in remote and hybrid work environments through interactive sessions.