Good morning, El Paso.

Early Tuesday morning a water main break closed Montana Avenue westbound at O'Shea Road (near Red Sands Elementary) and officials advise drivers to avoid the area as no clearing time has been provided.

A water main break has closed westbound Montana Avenue from O'Shea Road — Desert Meadows Road today while utility crews work to repair the line, and motorists are advised to use alternate routes as directed by the County Sheriff's Office and Montana Vista Fire Department.

Brazilian steakhouses Texas de Brazil and Las Espadas are set to offer new dining options; Texas de Brazil will take over a former Red Lobster at Cielo Vista Mall + Las Espadas is under construction near Gateway Blvd. E and will open in about a month.

The 19th annual Plaza Classic Film Festival will run from July 16 to July 26 in downtown venues and feature over 100 films along with guest appearances by Ann-Margret — who will receive a Lifetime Award — and Gregory Nava, plus free lectures, live music and outdoor screenings at the historic Plaza Theatre.

Dr. Nancy Torres, a Damian Elementary P.E. teacher who recently returned to the classroom, was named Canutillo ISD’s Elementary Teacher of the Year—she also joined three others selected to represent the region at the state level.

An audit released Monday, July 13 shows EPISD has seen its spending grow faster than revenue since 2022 + enrollment declined, creating a $4.3 million shortfall while delayed oversight led to CFO Martha Aguirre’s resignation in May.

Dr. Luis Ortiz explained that eating after 7 p.m. slows the body’s metabolism as it shifts from burning fat to storing it; he said advice may vary for night workers who follow a different schedule.

A ConsumerAffairs study finds that El Paso ranks fourth nationwide for young homebuyer access as nearly 18 percent of residents under 35 own homes and 45 percent of purchase loans go to young buyers due to the affordable local market.

Wells Fargo signs have been removed from the downtown office tower at 221 N.

Kansas St. after the branch moved in January. Some bank employees remain in the building as its owner awaits a new tenant with naming rights.

Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernandez made his soccer debut for El Paso Locomotive on Saturday, July 11 at Southwest University Park, subbing in for Rubio Rubín in the Cup match against New Mexico United (he was yellow-carded shortly after entering).

Three Borderland baseball players were chosen over the weekend in the 2026 MLB Draft.

High schooler Drew Gonzalez was picked by the Yankees and has a college plan at Texas Tech, while NMSU pitcher Jack Turner and Centennial grad Santiago Garcia went to the Tigers & Blue Jays.

EL PASO w/ HAUNT ME

7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets available — Experience the ethereal sounds of the indie/dreampop band Cathedral Bells live.

Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

6:30-7:30 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — Limited-time deals on tickets — Experience the magic of 90s hip-hop reimagined through string instruments under candlelight.

Plaza Classic Film Festival: Scream

10:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — Tickets from $33 — Experience the thrill of a classic horror film at the Plaza Classic Film Festival.

Ring Wars 23

7-11 p.m. — El Paso County Coliseum — $50+ — Experience an action-packed night of professional boxing featuring local talent.

Jiluka - World Tour 2026

6:30 – 10:30 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets start at $60 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of Jiluka live in El Paso.

Plaza Classic Film Festival: The Poseidon Adventure

3-6 p.m. — Plaza Theatre — Tickets start at $28 — Experience the thrill of classic cinema with a screening of The Poseidon Adventure.

Underoath Concert

7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic blend of chaos and harmony in Underoath's music.

Beyond Diagnosis Summit

9 a.m. — Starlight Event Center — CEUs available — Explore how trauma, mental health, and environment affect student success with a collaborative summit for families and professionals.

Molcajete Curing Workshop

5-7 p.m. — Los Portales Museum and Information Center — $30 — Learn to cure your molcajete with guided instruction and take home a new tool.

El Paso Christmas in July Bar Crawl

6-11 p.m. — RAD El Paso West — Check in required — Celebrate Christmas early with festive cocktails and a vibrant bar crawl experience.