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El Paso
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ George Acosta was named the new Executive Director at the Kelly Center for Hunger Relief, bringing 15 years of expertise from nonprofits and government organizations (including his role at El Pasoans Fighting Hunger). He will guide initiatives to improve access to food in the community. KVIA
- ➤ Homes For Our Troops held a community kickoff ceremony Saturday — marking the start of building an accessible home — for injured Army Staff Sgt. Pascual Delgado in El Paso. The new mortgage-free home will have a roll-in shower and digital HVAC controls so Delgado can live with renewed independence. KVIA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mexican rock band Elefante is on its 30th anniversary tour. The all-ages concert will take place on Mar. 15 at the Lowbrow Palace (1006 Texas Ave) with doors opening at 7 p.m. and the show starting at 8 p.m. El Paso Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Texas regulators approved an electric rate increase that is expected to raise residential bills by about $13.71 monthly; final rate details will be released soon. The change is retroactive to July 1, 2025. El Paso Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ysleta Independent School District hosted an academic conference for parents where they explored resources including a state-of-the-art career center, AI in classrooms, college opportunities and managing university costs. Superintendent Xavier De La Torre hoped community leaders and educators joined forces to support student success. KVIA
- ➤ El Paso Water hosted hundreds of families at the TecH2O Learning Center in far East El Paso Saturday, celebrating National Engineers Week. The event provided hands-on engineering experiences and raised funds for two local nonprofits. KVIA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ James Talarico, candidate for U.S. Senate and current representative of District 50, visited Camp East Montana Saturday, meeting local leaders and supporters. The former teacher (with a deep understanding of border issues) urged comprehensive immigration reform and accountability from political donors. KVIA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At the Battle of I-10 men's basketball game on Saturday at UTEP, NMSU secured a 67–63 win — a result marked by a brief postgame shoving match between players. El Paso Times
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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.
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NAWIC Paving the Way 5K Run
8-9 a.m. — Up & Running — Registration required — Lace up for a community 5K supporting women in construction.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jewel Box Series: The Boys Next Door
1:30-5:30 p.m. — El Paso Live — General Admission: $15 — Experience a charming performance as part of the Jewel Box Series showcasing local talent.
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Remote/Hybrid Job Preparation Workshop
10 AM - 12 PM — Amistad — Free entry — Develop skills for thriving in remote work environments with interactive learning experiences.
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Artmaker Camp for Military Families
Hands-on painting camp — All day — Franklin Mountains — Free — Artistic adventure merging nature and history for military families.
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