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Monday, May 18th, 2026

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Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • KissLab, El Paso's first Lip-Creation Bar, opened this January and lets customers craft custom lipstick and lip gloss. Owner Alexis Fernandez began the idea in 2019 — blending art and confidence— to offer a creative space for personalized beauty.  KVIA

EDUCATION NEWS

  • UTEP held its spring commencement ceremonies on May 16-17, awarding 3,180 degrees over four events while graduates expressed optimism about Texas' job market and future opportunities in healthcare, education, and public service.  El Paso Times
  • Husband and wife Leonid and Claudia Lapsov graduated from the Hunt School of Dental Medicine and the Hunt School of Nursing on Saturday at Texas Tech Health Sciences Center El Paso after balancing rigorous healthcare studies with raising their two-year-old daughter. Their success highlights persistence and teamwork in achieving their goals.  KVIA

EVENTS

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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.

    Wed, 5/20/26

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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.

    Sat, 5/23/26

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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.

    Tue, 5/26/26

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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.

    Thu, 5/28/26

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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.

    Sat, 5/30/26

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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.

    Tue, 6/2/26

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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.

    Thu, 6/4/26

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  • Showtek Live in El Paso

    8-11 p.m. — 11:11 El Paso — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of Showtek at this vibrant venue.

    Fri, 6/5/26

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  • Palomazo Norteno - Clase Maestra Tour

    8:00 – 9:30 PM — El Paso County Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Latin music as Palomazo Norteno takes the stage for a memorable performance.

    Sat, 6/6/26

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  • Candlelight Concert: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

    6:30-7:30 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — $55.21 — Experience iconic 90s hip-hop classics reimagined by a string quartet in a magical candlelit setting.

    Thu, 6/11/26

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