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El Paso
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ YMCA of El Paso & Harmony School of Innovation have partnered in Northeast to expand summer camp & youth sports as Bowling Family YMCA closes on May 15. Camps will run June 1-July 31 & sports June 29 through Aug. 22 at 5210 Fairbanks & offer financial help if needed. KFOX14
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new fútbol exhibit opens today at the Consulate General of Mexico in El Paso & features archival jerseys and photos that show the sport’s local impact. Tomorrow, the city and El Paso Live launch the free El Fresco Music Series at Convention Center Plaza with a Disco Fever theme as part of Cinco de Mayo festivities. El Paso Matters
- ➤ The Water Lantern Festival arrives at Ascarate Park this weekend from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, inviting families to decorate and launch lanterns, enjoy live music + food from local vendors, and join in a celebration of unity and reflection. KFOX14
- ➤ The Mission Trail Tour invites residents and visitors for a guided look at historic missions on Saturday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Mission Valley Visitor Center (9065 Alameda Avenue); advanced registration is required for this cultural experience. KFOX14
- ➤ Puerto Rican musician Yandel will perform on his 2026 Sinfonico Tour at the Don Haskins Center on Oct. 18 — tickets go on sale soon. El Paso Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ City leaders and El Paso International Airport officials broke ground Wednesday on the Advanced Manufacturing District at the airport's 250-acre site, aiming to attract small and medium-sized manufacturers and tech companies to boost aerospace and defense jobs. KFOX14
- ➤ Three large data centers are under construction in the El Paso area and will need almost 6.5 gigawatts of power. In Santa Teresa, Project Jupiter switched to fuel cells to lower pollution — a change that may reshape local energy use and job opportunities. El Paso Matters
- ➤ Circle K offers up to 40¢ off gas today from 4-7 p.m. at participating stations, and Inner Circle members may redeem the discount starting at 12:01 a.m. Locations include 300 S Saint Vrain St and 1400 W Yandell Dr (plus additional sites in town). KVIA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ El Paso Zoo said that beloved giraffe brothers Obi and Tesoro moved out to support conservation efforts. Obi went to Longneck Manor in Fredericksburg and Tesoro went to ABQ BioPark in Albuquerque to join future breeding programs — a step to boost the Species Survival Plan. El Paso Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bureau of Land Management approved a 16-mile natural gas pipeline after a two-week environmental review to deliver 400 million cubic feet per day from El Paso Natural Gas to Project Jupiter, a proposed data center near Santa Teresa. Transwestern Pipeline Company will finalize project details before construction begins. KVIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A UTEP study shows Valley fever cases have tripled in El Paso County from 2013 to 2022, with extreme heat, wind and air pollution raising infection risks. Researchers urge residents and doctors to exercise caution at dusty and disturbed areas and to consider testing for the fungus when flu-like symptoms appear. KVIA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Five top brunch spots in El Paso will serve special Mother's Day menus on Sunday, May 10. Ambar, Amar, Salt and Honey Bakery, Junction Brunch House and The Grove Brunch Cafe each offer unique dishes, with reservations recommended ahead of the event (a delicious way to celebrate mom). El Paso Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Southwest University Park on Wednesday, the Chihuahuas beat the Tacoma Rainiers 11-10 after Pablo Reyes hit a home run and drove in three runs + late scores from Mason McCoy and Rodolfo Duran sealed the win, moving El Paso to a 17-18 record while Tacoma fell to 16-19. KFOX14
- ➤ Paige Wood, a UTEP golfer and seasoned sideline reporter, will join KVIA-TV as a weekend sportscaster later this summer to boost local sports coverage in El Paso. Her academic honors + tournament experience promise a fresh perspective on the area's athletic achievements. KVIA
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Cazzu - Latinaje North America Tour
7-9 p.m. — El Paso County Coliseum — $46 — Argentine trap star Cazzu electrifies the stage with her high-energy performance in the Sun City.
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Gimme Gimme Disco
8:30-11:00 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — $22.16 — America’s most iconic disco party featuring ABBA and other disco classics for an energetic night on the dance floor.
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Joseph Capriati Live in El Paso
6-9 p.m. — Lost & Found — $60.77 — Experience the energetic marathon DJ set of Italian techno master Joseph Capriati.
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The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
7-9:30 p.m. — El Paso Live — Tickets available — Experience a mesmerizing blend of Rock & Metal anthems performed by a classical orchestra in a candlelit setting.
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Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular
7-9:30 p.m. — El Paso Live — VIP tickets available — Experience a breathtaking laser show accompanied by the iconic music of Pink Floyd.
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Lou Deezi Live with GMoneyDt
7-8:30 p.m. — 11:11 EP TX — Free entry — Experience an unforgettable night filled with vibrant beats and high energy performances.
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Whitey Morgan and the 78's Live
6-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets available — Experience the raw energy of outlaw country with Whitey Morgan & The 78's and special guest Leroy From The North.
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MVPW-03 - Han vs Holm 2
3 PM — El Paso County Coliseum — Tickets available — Witness hometown hero Stephanie Han defend her title in an exciting championship bout.
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The Altons Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets vary — Experience a fusion of soul, rock, and Latin vibes with energetic grooves.
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Caifanes Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — El Paso Live — Ticket costs may apply — Experience the iconic sounds of Caifanes live in concert.
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