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Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A local nonprofit is hosting a fundraiser to honor Gold Star families in El Paso on May 3 at Old Glory Memorial and Flags Across America at 9550 Gateway North Blvd in Northeast El Paso—organizers will begin with a ceremony at 11:00 a.m. and follow with $10 hamburger plates, raffle drawings at 2:00 p.m., and live music by local artist Xavier Tisa to support the memorial.  KFOX14

CRIME NEWS

  • A man named Cristo Jesus de Nasareth was arrested near Presidio on April 14 for illegally crossing the border and being found with a Smith — Wesson pistol — and he will appear in federal court on April 22 for immigration and weapons charges.  KTSM
  • Crime Stoppers of El Paso, Inc. distributes a 'Most Wanted' list featuring fugitives from the Sheriff’s Office and Police Department and asks anyone with tips to call the hotline (915-566-8477) for a cash reward if the tip leads to an arrest.  KFOX14
  • One person was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after a stabbing near a troubled vacant lot at the intersection of Myrtle Avenue and Noble Street on Thursday evening—residents have long expressed alarm over the area’s history of violent incidents.  KFOX14

EDUCATION NEWS

  • EPISD trustee elections are underway as District 4 and District 5 candidates face a tough choice to address a $18.5 million shortfall, declining enrollment, and school closures—early voting begins April 22 and Election Day is May 3. Candidates differ on whether to cut high-paid administrative roles or support a tax increase to avoid teacher layoffs.  El Paso Matters
  • After his removal amid hazing allegations, defensive coordinator Jose Horner at Franklin High School received strong support from players and parents during a Tuesday EPISD board meeting. EPISD will soon hire a new head coach, and many hope Horner will rejoin the coaching staff under the new leadership.  KVIA
  • EPISD will hold its May 3 school board election as it plans to close eight schools next year amid falling enrollment and tight budgets—four of which are in Districts 1 and 3. Candidates in these districts are debating empty campuses and a proposed voucher bill that could shift funds from public schools—sparking worries about the future of neighborhood schools.  El Paso Matters

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A wastewater main break at the Roberto Bustamante Wastewater Treatment Plant in Lower Valley spilled about 800,000 gallons on April 17—crews rerouted the flow and contained the leak by Friday morning—El Paso Water said no services were disrupted.  KTSM

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • City officials are forming a plan to fund a deck park that will span five blocks over I-10 at an estimated cost of $207 million—public and private funds along with a transportation grant are expected to play key roles, with construction bids aimed for 2027. This initiative will transform the downtown area while aligning with TxDOT’s freeway widening work.  El Paso Matters

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • UTEP Education Job Fair

    9 AM – 3 PM — Don Haskins Center — Free entry — Connect with recruiters for education positions across El Paso and beyond.

    Fri, 4/25/25

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  • Primavera en la Frontera Market

    10 AM – 2 PM — Chuco Relic Central — Free entry — Celebrate spring with local art, food, music, and handcrafted goods at this vibrant community market.

    Sun, 4/27/25

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  • RAIN - A Tribute to The Beatles

    7-8:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live, note-for-note performance of classic Beatles hits by RAIN.

    Thu, 5/1/25

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  • El Paso Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl

    2-9 p.m. — RAD El Paso West — Tickets available — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a festive bar crawl featuring top-rated venues and exclusive perks.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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  • UTEP Symphony Orchestra Concert

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — University of Texas at El Paso — Ticket purchase required — Experience a night of enchanting orchestral music performed by the UTEP Symphony Orchestra.

    Tue, 5/6/25

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  • General Business Networking: Elevating Your Potential

    6-8 p.m. — The Hoppy Monk — Limited tickets — Expand your network and connect with industry professionals in acting, production, and more.

    Wed, 5/7/25

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  • Pima Medical Institute Open House

    9 AM — Pima Medical Institute — Free entry — Explore career paths in medical, dental, and veterinary fields with hands-on experiences and faculty support.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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  • NAHL South Division Finals

    7-11 p.m. — El Paso County Coliseum — Cost varies — Witness thrilling hockey action in the South Division Finals live from El Paso.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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  • May Critique Group Meeting for Fiction Writers

    1-3 p.m. — Village Inn — Free to attend — Join fellow writers for constructive feedback in a supportive environment to enhance your craft.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • El Paso Career Fair

    9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn El Paso / University — Free entry — Connect with top employers across diverse industries at this career fair.

    Mon, 5/12/25

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