Good morning, El Paso.

El Paso County announced plans for one of the Borderland's largest July 4 celebrations at Ascarate Park — featuring a fireworks show, live entertainment, food vendors, military displays, and family activities, with open pool and golf courses plus a collaboration with Socorro to mark the nation’s 250th birthday.

Ysleta ISD presented a cost-cutting plan on Monday to trim a $15M deficit to $11M by saving on salaries, consolidating Cesar Chavez Academy & considering property sales.

The district will adopt the plan at its meeting today.

Socorro ISD did not complete required evaluations for its cabinet members before laying off 43 teachers in May 2025, and the district is working to finish pending evaluations by June 26 for the 2025-26 school year.

Two Fabens High School seniors will represent their school and Texas at the HOSA International Leadership Conference in Indianapolis on Friday.

They earned their spot by presenting a project on the livestock veterinarian career field — a testament to their preparation.

EPISD approved a $534.8M budget for the 2026-27 school year with a $4.3M deficit paid from the reserve fund on Tuesday and replaced two trustee seats by appointment (Districts 6 and 7) to secure full board representation after recent cost cuts.

The El Paso Independent School District board approved a 2026-27 budget that cuts roughly 851 jobs to reduce its deficit from $47M to $4.3M.

The district will finalize job closures by month-end and launch a public dashboard for budget tracking in August.

San Elizario ISD approved closing Lorenzo G.

Alarcon Elementary and Lorenzo G. Loya Primary to reorganize grade levels amid declining enrollment and funding. Josefa L. Sambrano Elementary will serve Pre-K to second grade while Alfonso Borrego Sr. Elementary will handle third to sixth grade.

Today, El Paso Water celebrated the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ investment with a 9:00 a.m. groundbreaking at Clardy Fox Pump Station, south of the Cesar Chavez Border Highway, to boost stormwater capacity and launch the new flood warning system.

El Paso Congresswoman Veronica Escobar delivered a $1.03M federal grant check to boost local defense manufacturing when she presented funding to El Paso Makes (a division of the NCDMM) at TNT Tooling on Tuesday in West El Paso; the funds will help small and medium manufacturers produce critical drone components.

Dr. Kyle Schumacher at Schumacher Vet Clinic in Las Cruces warns pet owners to check for signs of infection in animals after 12 confirmed cases in Texas livestock and one dog in Lea County — untreated wounds can become fatal within 7 to 14 days.

El Paso Children's Hospital has opened a vote for the top high school girls athlete of 2025-26, featuring nominees like top wrestlers, track stars & ballplayers.

Readers can cast their vote online this week on the El Paso Times website.

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.

Los Estramboticos Concert

7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets available — Enjoy a vibrant concert by Los Estramboticos with official merchandise.

Tom & Collins Live Performance

9:00 p.m. — Lost & Found — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying night with the beats of Tom & Collins.

4th of July Festival and Firework Show

5-9 p.m. — Rio Grande Valley Ranch RV Resort — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with food, games, and a spectacular firework display.

School Of Rock - The Musical

2-5 p.m. — University of Texas at El Paso — Cost info not provided — Experience the lively energy of rock music and talented youth performers in this exciting musical.

El Paso Junior Golf Tournament

All day — El Paso Country Club — Entry fees vary — Watch young golfers showcase their talent in a competitive junior tournament.