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Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ El Paso earned national recognition as the best large city to live in among cities with over 600,000 people, according to U.S. News & World Report rankings. The report cited affordability, safety, culture, and opportunity as key factors. KFOX14
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This week, Memorial Day events in the Borderland honor military sacrifice with free flag ceremonies at Fort Bliss National Cemetery on Monday, May 25, interactive history exhibits at Old Glory Memorial starting Friday, May 22, and a community hike at McKelligon Canyon, plus downtown art markets today (all free). El Paso Matters
- ➤ El Paso artist Matthew Jay Martinez revived his Dream Monster mural at Commercial Screen Printing Inc. in Segundo Barrio this past May — he painted the 14-ft mural using eight gallons of paint and six spray cans in five days to spread creativity and positivity across the city. El Paso Times
- ➤ Sun City Tiki is set to bring a Polynesian nightlife festival to downtown on Saturday, Aug. 8 at the El Paso Convention Center — the event will feature tiki cocktails, live music, hula lessons, fire dancing, and a limbo competition. KFOX14
- ➤ Today, the City of El Paso launches Party on the Plaza at San Jacinto Plaza for salsa night with headliner Team Havana and DJ Ritmo Limon — future events will include mariachi and country nights plus late museum hours and an art and farmers market under the stars. KVIA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The El Paso Independent School District faces a severe budget crisis today as it works to finalize its budget — the board is reviewing spending decisions to address revenue gaps. El Paso Inc.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting Oct. 1, Texas will pay 75% of SNAP admin costs—bringing an estimated $117 million in extra annual expenses that could rise to nearly $709 million if error rates stay high. Local advocates in El Paso urge officials to delay the change to protect food access. KFOX14
- ➤ The Texas Health and Human Services Commission awarded over $1.8M in grants to support military families in El Paso, funding Child Crisis Center ($1,042,500) and El Paso Center for Children ($825,000) through the Service Members, Veterans and Families Program, announced Sen. César Blanco. KFOX14
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NASCAR will honor El Paso soldier First Sergeant Glenn L. Harris during Sunday’s Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway as his name appears on the No. 42 Legacy Motor Club Toyota Camry XSE under the 600 Miles of Remembrance program, which remembers fallen service members. KFOX14
- ➤ Eastwood clinched the city flag football championship today by defeating El Dorado at a local stadium — key plays and solid defense decided the game. El Paso Times
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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INTERFLAG EL PASO
Tournament — All day — Eastside Sports Complex — Entry fee varies — Witness international flag football teams compete for glory.
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