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El Paso
Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Bliss soldiers hosted military families on Saturday during live-fire gunnery training to show how the M1A2 Abrams tank operates and prepare crews for future missions, which boosted unit morale (a key support factor for soldiers). KVIA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ El Paso-based ReadyOne Industries—responding to rising U.S. military demand—has expanded production and increased its workforce amid global tensions. The company expects growth in orders and jobs over coming months. El Paso Inc.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown El Paso walls are being transformed today as local and visiting artists gather for Borderland Jam, turning blank surfaces into vibrant murals; community members watch the creative process unfold. KVIA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ El Paso Science Fest ran Saturday and is in progress today at the Convention Center from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Local groups host over 100 interactive exhibits, live science shows, and a meet and greet with retired astronaut Jose Hernandez while UTEP and EPCC representatives discuss STEM careers. KVIA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The El Paso Fire Department was named one of the Top 100 Best Public Fleets by the National Association of Fleet Administrators on Saturday — its fifth consecutive year earning the honor. The award highlights the department’s efforts to modernize its fleet and boost emergency readiness. KVIA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Travelers with pets should expect extra fees, such as $95 to $150 per leg for small pets in cabins and higher rates for larger animals (service animals follow different rules) on flights and rideshares; checking policies can help El Paso families plan ahead. El Paso Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At UTEP Football's Spring Game on April 18, local sports directors took the field during halftime at Sun Bowl Stadium, with KFOX/CBS4's Chas Messman finishing first and beating competitors from KTSM + KVIA. KFOX14
- ➤ UTEP is hosting its annual spring football game at the Sun Bowl + fans will see the Miners for the first time ahead of the new season. El Paso Times
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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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UTEP Concert Band Performance
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall — Tickets from $17 — Experience the unforgettable performance of the UTEP Concert Band in El Paso.
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Mariachi Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall — Tickets from $15 — Experience an unforgettable night of vibrant Mariachi music in El Paso.
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Clue: The Whodunit Musical
7-10 p.m. — El Paso Live — Ticketed event — Experience a night of mystery and laughter in this interactive adaptation of the classic game.
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Ximena Sariñana Concert
12-4 AM — San Jacinto Plaza — Check event page for ticket info — Enjoy an enchanting performance featuring Sintiendo Rara by Ximena Sariñana.
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Sol Summit
12:00 – 11:59 PM — San Jacinto Plaza — Cost varies — Experience an unforgettable day of music and entertainment in El Paso.
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Los Lonely Boys Live at Rockpango Fest 2026
6-8 p.m. — Teatro Abraham Chávez — Ticketed event — Experience the vibrant Texan sound of Los Lonely Boys blending rock, blues, and country.
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