Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dutch Bros. Coffee will open a drive-thru shop on the West Side at 135 Shadow Mountain Drive (near Chase Bank and Walgreens) on a vacant lot. The project is valued at $185,000 and is managed by owner Wes Butero with Michael Beck of Core States Group listed as applicant. El Paso Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Latin music star Karol G will perform at Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso on September 6, and fans can register early for tickets (a move expected to draw large crowds). KFOX14
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New Horizons Home School Academy in El Paso is seeking accreditation from the Middle States Association to join the state’s voucher-like education accounts program. The hybrid school, which teaches AI skills to students, could soon help families cover tuition costs (with campuses across the city). El Paso Matters
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ El Paso Water has launched its new Home Water Use Calculator to help residents check household water use and lower bills. The interactive online tool supports rebate programs & conservation initiatives across homes and businesses. El Paso Matters
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT announced a weekend closure on I-10 from Vinton to the New Mexico state line to shift eastbound traffic into new inside lanes beginning April 27 + westbound drivers will lose Exit 0 May 11. The changes will last about a year until the project completes by Sept. 2027. KFOX14
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Humane Society representative A.J. says new puppy owners in El Paso should use pad training, a crate, and set breaks after naps and meals to help puppies learn where to go (small puppies need extra help). His advice recommends positive reinforcement over punishment. KFOX14
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UTEP's defense led the Spring Showcase at Sun Bowl today, finishing with a 97-87 win when Jaime Guerrero's final (INT) sealed the game. El Paso Times
- ➤ Jose Miranda had two hits, including a home run, that helped the Chihuahuas win 13-6 over the Reno Aces on Tuesday at Southwest University park & set up a second game today at 12:05 in their six-game series. KFOX14
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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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Tripping Daisy Concert
7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of eclectic pop rock tunes in a beloved El Paso venue.
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