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El Paso
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Café Piro, a local Socorro restaurant, is a James Beard finalist for Best Chef: Texas while a new $9M health clinic in Central now serves the community. Other updates include an opened Tierra del Este Trail and EPCC rescheduling César Chávez Day with lower tuition for Children’s College courses. El Paso Matters
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Astroscale U.S. is expanding into El Paso with a new office at the Innovation Factory at the international airport, partnering with UTEP on satellite servicing while adding 16 new engineering jobs over five years - city incentives support the expansion. KFOX14
- ➤ Meta’s data center in Northeast El Paso advances with construction and increased investment to $10 billion, employing up to 4,000 workers at its peak. At the same time, El Paso Electric is rapidly building a $500 million natural gas power plant dedicated to powering the facility—covering its urgent energy needs. El Paso Matters
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 49th Annual Northeaster Parade starts today at 10 a.m. at 4931 Diana Street — featuring boxer Stephanie Han as Grand Marshal and family-friendly activities celebrating the America 250 theme. KFOX14
- ➤ Good Friday observers ascended Mt. Cristo Rey in Sunland Park starting at 5 a.m. yesterday, with an estimated 5,000 to 7,000 people climbing and no pets allowed. Reporter Nicole Ardila joined the pilgrims who reflected on Jesus Christ's crucifixion and looked forward to Easter Sunday. KVIA
- ➤ The global hit musical Six opens tonight at 8 p.m. at Plaza Theatre with an 80-minute performance and extra shows Saturday and Sunday. A digital lottery (available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. before each show) offers discounted tickets. KFOX14
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices are climbing in El Paso as many drivers pay about $4.19 per gallon in west and central areas; AAA reports the local average is $3.99 (with statewide prices lower and national prices a bit higher). Some residents are cutting non-essential spending to manage costs. KFOX14
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT will close sections of I-10 and nearby routes from April 6 through April 12 for road widening and construction work including bridge demolition, pavement marking, & concrete paving; drivers should follow posted detours to navigate work zones. KFOX14
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The FDA recalled millions of bottles of eye drops distributed at Walgreens & H-E-B and Kroger due to a lack of assurance of sterility. The recall began on March 3 and was recently ranked Class II, meaning the product may cause temporary health issues. El Paso Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After the season ended, 15 UTEP football players entered the transfer portal and 14 joined spring rosters at schools such as South Florida, Cal, Wake Forest and Syracuse. Their moves set the stage for adjustments in team lineups for the upcoming season. El Paso Times
- ➤ Julie Farr, the respected horse racing analyst at Sunland Park, now serves as an accredited racing steward & offers fans trusted race insights as the meet continues with racing ending tomorrow. She may explore additional stewardship opportunities after the current meet. El Paso Times
- ➤ Americas HS boys soccer team (22-3) lost 1-0 to Prosper Walnut Grove during Friday's Class 5A state semifinals at Astound Broadband Stadium after Wheeler Clayton scored late. Prosper will play for the state title on Friday, April 10 in Georgetown. El Paso Times
- ➤ Burges High School boys soccer team lost 4+2 in penalty kicks to Frisco Wakeland on Friday at Astound Broadband Stadium after a 1+1 tie in regulation and overtime; the team ended its season at 19+6 as Frisco advances to the state title game. El Paso Times
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Kids Easter Tournament at Serve
12-3 p.m. — Serve El Paso — Free entry — Enjoy a lively kids pickleball tournament with fun activities including an Easter egg hunt and live music.
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General Business Networking - El Paso
6-8 PM — The Tiki Room El Paso — Business casual attire — Connect with fellow professionals from various industries and expand your network.
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Farewell 5K Run and 1K fun walk
After nine years of hosting 5K races to raise scholarship funds for El Paso youth, the Coach Archie Duran Memorial Fund is hosting its final race on April 12.
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Soft Skills for the Workplace Workshop
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — El Paso Public Library José Cisneros Cielo Vista Branch — Snacks Provided — Enhance your professional profile by mastering essential skills for success in the workplace.
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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders LIVE!
7-9:30 p.m. — Abraham Chavez Theatre — Cost varies — Experience the iconic Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders in a vibrant live performance featuring their legendary moves.
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Pancho Barraza Concert
7-11 p.m. — El Paso Live — Ticket info available — Enjoy an evening of live music with the celebrated Pancho Barraza.
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Public Speaking & Presentation Skills Workshop
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Amistad — Free entry — Master the art of confident communication and engage your audience effectively.
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Symphonic Band Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall — Tickets from $15 — Experience an unforgettable night of symphonic music in El Paso.
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El Paso Symphony Orchestra: Carmina with UTEP Choral Union
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — $17 – $49 — Experience a vibrant evening of orchestral music featuring Mozart and Orff's masterpieces.
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Orlando Performance at UTEP
2-5 p.m. — UTEP Wise Family Theatre — Tickets from $39 — Experience the enchanting dance performance of Orlando at UTEP.
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