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Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Hospitals of Providence held a cereal contest that raised over $25,000 and 200,000 servings of cereal to support the local food bank so that children relying on school meals have a nutritious start during the summer — the donations will help families facing food insecurity.  KFOX14

CULTURE NEWS

  • Today, free outdoor concerts kick off at McKelligon Canyon as Cool Canyon Nights begins its 15th season at 6 p.m. with local acts like Mariachi Los Arrieros and Texas Hart opening the show, while the El Fresco Music Series will host four free concerts starting May 23 at the Convention Center Plaza featuring country and Latin music along with food vendors and activities.  El Paso Times

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The University of Texas at El Paso will hold four in-person commencement ceremonies at the Don Haskins Center to honor over 3,000 spring and summer graduates this weekend. The events are set for May 17 (1 p.m. for Health Sciences and Nursing and 6 p.m. for Science, Business and Pharmacy) and May 18 (1 p.m. for Liberal Arts and 6 p.m. for Education and Engineering), with free guest parking available & accessible entry for those with disabilities.  KTSM
  • Stacker used data from Niche to rank the best public high schools in the El Paso metro area. The ranking uses seven factors—such as academics, sports, clubs, resources and surveys—to guide families on choosing quality schools.  KVIA

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Emergency repairs are underway at the Bustamante Wastewater Treatment Plant in the Lower Valley after a 36-inch pipe burst last month and released over 100,000 gallons of raw sewage into a retaining pond, with El Paso Water confirming the spill was contained and noting the plant treats 39 million gallons per day for the east side as crews replace old piping — aiming to prevent future issues.  KFOX14

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Governor Greg Abbott announced today an $85,000 Skills Development Fund grant for El Paso Community College to give over 100 new and current Bain Enterprises workers customized civil engineering training — the award comes from the Texas Workforce Commission.  KVIA
  • A report by Amnesty International said that detainees at an ICE processing center in El Paso faced widespread human rights violations, including systematic mistreatment, arbitrary detention, and lack of legal counsel. The report noted that many migrants expressed fear and uncertainty about their future while the facility did not meet ICE or international standards—raising serious concerns about their treatment.  KVIA
  • El Paso City Council honored legendary coach Tony Harper when Mayor Renard Johnson declared today +Coach Harper Day+ to mark his 57 years of dedication and 1,159 wins. The 80-year-old coach, who began his career at 22, led local teams to key state tournament appearances.  KFOX14

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • HaAsh Concert

    1 a.m. — El Paso County Coliseum — Ticket prices starting at $47 — Catch HaAsh live for a night filled with their catchy tunes and harmonies.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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  • Hornedo Middle School 5K Race & Fun Run

    8 AM – 12 PM — Hornedo Middle School — Registration Fee Required — Celebrate health and community at the inaugural race for a good cause.

    Sun, 5/18/25

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  • Taittinger Champagne Dinner

    Evening event — Thyme Restaurant — $31 to $50 — Celebrate the artistry of Taittinger Champagne with a curated wine and dining experience.

    Wed, 5/21/25

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  • Candlelight Concert: From Bach to The Beatles

    6:30-7:30 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of classical and Beatles music illuminated by candlelight.

    Thu, 5/22/25

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  • Greg Morton Live Show

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — El Paso Comic Strip — $TBA — Experience the hilarious antics of America's Got Talent favorite Greg Morton!

    Sat, 5/24/25

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  • Traditional Asian Cooking Class

    10-11:30 a.m. — The Phoenix Apartments — Contact for cost — Master the art of making Pad Thai and more in this hands-on cooking session.

    Thu, 5/29/25

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  • Downtown Treasures Tour

    9-11 a.m. — Popular Treasure — Free admission — Discover the artistic legacy of downtown El Paso on this engaging guided walk.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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  • Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders On Tour - El Paso

    6-7:30 p.m. — Abraham Chavez Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of the iconic Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders live in El Paso.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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  • Badass Human Race

    7 AM – 6 PM — 401 N Mesa St, El Paso, TX — Entry fee varies — Conquer a unique 3-mile obstacle course race through downtown streets and push your limits.

    Sun, 6/1/25

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  • MI FAMILIA Workshop

    9 AM - 12 PM — IDEA Mesa Hills — $150 or 2 payments of $75 — A creative workshop for kids inspired by the animated movie about family and talents.

    Mon, 6/2/25

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