Good morning, El Paso.

El Paso Museum of Art reopens Saturday, Feb.

14 after building improvements with a new exhibition cycle featuring 'Desert Rinpa' by Mitsumasa Overstreet, while downtown the Visitor Information Center hosts a Black History Month speaker series with local leader Gabriella Reed on Sunday, Feb. 15.

Foreign Trade Zone 68 at El Paso International Airport ranked third nationwide for exports per the latest congressional report by the FTZ Board & improved from an 11th-place ranking.

University Medical Center of El Paso gave $1.5 million to UTEP to expand its nursing and occupational therapy programs (boosting local health education).

Air traffic control audio (recorded via LiveATC.net) captured a conversation between a Southwest pilot and officials as the closure of the El Paso airport was announced today.

The recording shows the pilot's reaction when operations were halted.

Abraham González International Airport in Juárez is operating normally after a temporary flight restriction in El Paso airspace was lifted overnight — travelers reported no changes to their plans.

Mexican officials confirmed that there is no verified drone activity affecting border travel.

The Texas DPS warned on Wednesday that a fake memo is circulating online falsely claiming 10-day highway closures — no major El Paso roads will be closed.

Officials advise following official DPS channels for accurate updates.

The Mountain West added North Dakota State for football starting this season, which means a team on UTEP’s eight-game conference schedule may soon change.

The league will announce the updated schedule in coming weeks.

UTEP men's basketball won at Jacksonville State on Wednesday night by 69-64 after a key 15-3 run, boosting their Conference USA record to 6-8.

The team will face Liberty Saturday at the Don Haskins Center.

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.

UTEP Virtuosi Strings Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall — Tickets from $15 — Experience an unforgettable performance by UTEP Virtuosi Strings in El Paso.

Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Oak & Antler American Tavern — Tickets available online — Celebrate with games, contests, and festive Irish cheer in downtown El Paso.