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El Paso
Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Former UTEP basketball player Otis Frazier sheltered in his apartment bunker in Israel after air raid sirens sounded continuously at 7 a.m. - organizers had planned an evacuation at 10 p.m., and he spoke with family while he waited for calm to return. KVIA
- ➤ Local Iranian-American community members gathered in downtown El Paso after an attack in Iran escalated tensions overseas. Organizers said another peaceful walk is scheduled to continue support for change + raise awareness of events abroad. KFOX14
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ El Paso celebrated the Year of the Horse today at Cleveland Square Park with lion dances, martial arts, cultural performances and family activities that brought the community together. El Paso Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Businessman and philanthropist Paul L. Foster was airlifted from Juarez on Friday night after suffering a low blood sugar episode at a FC Juarez Bravos game and is now resting at home in El Paso; he is expected to make a full recovery today. KVIA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Traxion defeated London Bridge in the Grade III West Texas Derby at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino on Feb. 28 at 4:55 p.m. The Texas-bred horse, trained by Jorge A. Morales-Flores and ridden by Jesse Lee Levario, won by a length in a time of 19.01 seconds. El Paso Times
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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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OhGeesy Live Performance
6-8 p.m. — 808 — Tickets starting at $105 — Experience an unforgettable night with OhGeesy in El Paso's vibrant atmosphere.
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Grand Re-Opening of Toastique El Paso
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Toastique — Free entry — Celebrate the grand re-opening with fresh gourmet delights at Toastique's new location!
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