Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of June.
Good morning, El Paso.
El Paso celebrates Pride Month this June with a full lineup of events organized by El Paso Sun City Pride.
The schedule features a Pride Rodeo Market tonight and a downtown Pride Parade on Saturday, June 27 (a key community gathering).
Lucha libre's legacy—with its colorful masks, high-flying moves & dramatic storytelling—helped shape American wrestling.
El Paso's local talent continues family traditions that reflect this rich cultural influence.
Local former journalist Sidney Alvarez released his new book 'Your Soulmate Expired, and That's Okay' this Pride Month to share his journey of self-healing after a 23-year relationship ended (he was one of the first openly gay on-air personalities in the community).
El Paso ISD will cut 124 central office jobs at the end of the school year, affecting clerks, warehouse managers, and diagnosticians.
District officials said affected staff were notified and budget-balancing efforts are underway after a reported $52.8 million shortfall for the current year.
CommUNITY en Acción will award $12,000 via the Richard Castro Community Service Scholarship to six high school seniors for community service + academic success, supporting ongoing education and community engagement.
Water from upstream reservoirs flows down the Rio Grande to Las Cruces and El Paso to support farms amid ongoing drought conditions.
Chloe, a rescue dog from the Animal Rescue League of El Paso, became the first shelter dog certified as a Border Patrol Critical Incident Response K9 after 10 weeks (5 weeks pre-training and 5 weeks at the academy) of training; Agent Miguel Carrillo will deploy her support services nationwide.
Hospitals of Providence will provide 387,000 breakfast meals through its Healthy Over Hungry Cereal Drive, with donations benefiting the local El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank.
A three-week-old calf in Zavala County tested positive for New World Screwworm in the first U.S. case in Texas, prompting the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) to launch door-to-door outreach, deploy sterile flies and set up a 20-km infested zone to limit animal movement.
El Paso fans can turn their home into a World Cup fan zone with a guide that outlines décor, snacks and high-quality viewing setups.
The 48-team tournament kicks off June 11 and runs until July 19 in multiple North American cities — a historic event for soccer fans.
Tropicana Homes contributed $500,000 to bolster the UTEP football program as it prepares to join the Mountain West Conference — the donation will fund new resources for the team moving forward.
UTEP volleyball (a championship contender) is reloading its 18-player roster while Memorial Gym gets a $1.5 million upgrade, including a Teraflex floor set to debut at the Aug.
30 home opener against New Mexico State, and Coach Wallis said the changes will challenge the team with a tough non-conference schedule.
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.
Beauty And The Beast
6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience Disney's enchanting musical with stunning visuals and beloved songs.
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.
INTERFLAG EL PASO
Tournament — All day — Eastside Sports Complex — Entry fee varies — Witness international flag football teams compete for glory.
New Moon Sound Bath Experience
6-10 p.m. — Franklin Mountains State Park Visitor Center — Ticket sales end at noon — Experience a soothing outdoor sound bath under the celestial glow of the New Moon.
Party on the Plaza: Salsa Night
5-8 p.m. — San Jacinto Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of vibrant salsa music with DJ Ritmo Limon and headliner Team Havana.
LIVE IN THE 915 Comedy Series
8-10 p.m. — Sunset Parlor — Fun times guaranteed — Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs at the comedic showcase.
Gannon Fremin & CCREV Concert
7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets start at $68 — Gannon Fremin & CCREV promises an unforgettable live music experience in El Paso.
The Sleeping Beauty
7-9 p.m. — Magoffin Auditorium — $25 general admission, $45 front row — Witness the enchanting tale of Princess Aurora brought to life by the Nylia Ballet Company.
School Of Rock - The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — UTEP Dinner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively musical adaptation of the iconic film with a talented cast.
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