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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
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BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Business owners along Montana Avenue and near Loop 375 say the ongoing Montana expansion project has hurt sales, with one shop reporting a drop from $3,000 to $300 a day after the access road was narrowed to one lane. TxDOT said the project, which began in April 2019 and will be completed by March or April 2027, is being coordinated with local businesses through meetings and flyer distribution — ensuring continued access during road work. KTSM
- ➤ Local welders and tradesmen attended a job-screening event on July 17 at Sun City Welding Academy in East El Paso to prequalify for 180 positions on a major industrial project near Orla — the event, organized by U.A. Local Union No. 412, continued on July 18. KTSM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Fort Bliss soldier Andrew James Williams pleaded guilty to murder for a 2023 bar shooting that killed James Nicholson Jr. and Alexa Retana and was sentenced to life in prison with parole in 30 years — his co-defendant now faces trial on Sept. 12. El Paso Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Recent ICE raids and deportations in the U.S. have made migrants send less money to their families in Cadereyta de Montes, with remittance transfers dropping nearly 15 percent from last year. UTEP Professor Tom Fullerton warned that a proposed remittance tax may further hurt these low-income communities that rely on such support. KVIA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clint ISD will start its new school year on Monday, July 21, with 10,500 students enrolled and over 1,600 teachers and staff preparing classes—ensuring a safe and welcoming environment across all campuses. KTSM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city is holding a community meeting on Tuesday, July 22 at 6 p.m. at Marty Robbins Recreation Center (11620 Vista del Sol Drive) to gather input on the Vista del Sol Drive rebuild, which will include new road surfaces, ADA sidewalks, and updated street signs. El Paso ISD will start a new districtwide dress code in August that sets uniform colors of white, gray, and navy to simplify rules for students. El Paso Matters
- ➤ El Paso County Court of Commissioners is considering improvements for Ascarate Lake after a Department of Public Works study found issues with water loss, water quality, lake depth, and harmful algae — proposals include installing new water pumps, lake aerators, renovating the shoring, and planting trees as an alternative to dredging. County officials will hold additional public meetings to discuss these plans and may incorporate them into an existing bond project — further details will be shared at upcoming sessions. KFOX14
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An El Paso doctor was disciplined by the Texas Medical Board for giving controlled substances without proper checks, which led to multiple overdoses and required him to pass a jurisprudence exam and complete CME hours—another local doctor had her license temporarily suspended after allegations of negligence that led to two infant deaths. KFOX14
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ El Paso Threat All Star Cheer launched its Cheerabilities program in 2024 to let athletes of all abilities join cheerleading and the team has grown to include ten athletes after several performances at local venues—coaches Amanda Gonzalez and Jacob Aguirre plan to have the team compete in the future. KVIA
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Chili Cookoff
12-4 p.m. — Havana Bar & Grill — Free admission — Taste a variety of chili recipes while enjoying live music and local vendors.
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Plaza Classic Film Festival: Happy Feet
1-5 p.m. — Philanthropy Theatre — Check website for price — Enjoy a delightful screening of the animated film 'Happy Feet' at the Plaza Classic Film Festival.
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The Spongebob Musical at UTEP Dinner Theatre
6:30-8 p.m. — UTEP Dinner Theatre — VIP tickets available — Enjoy a whimsical evening with your favorite sponge in this fun musical adaptation.
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Plaza Classic Film Festival: The Producers Screening
11:30 a.m. — Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center — Check website for price — Enjoy a classic film screening of The Producers at the Plaza Classic Film Festival.
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Parks After Sunset: Puss In Boots
5:30-10 p.m. — Gallegos Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family favorite movie under the stars with fun activities before the screening.
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El Paso Sunrise Series - Running Event
6:45-10:45 a.m. — Up & Running — Registration required — Experience the thrill of the inaugural El Paso Sunrise Series with a vibrant running community.
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Plaza Classic Film Fest - The Empire Strikes Back
1-5 p.m. — Plaza Theatre — Ticket purchases support a great cause — Celebrate the iconic sequel in a classic film festival setting.
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Peace Potluck Gathering
6-9 p.m. — McCall Neighborhood Center — Donations appreciated — Celebrate community and sustainability with a shared meal while contributing to environmental kindness.
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Las Vegas Lights FC at El Paso Locomotive FC Match
11 AM – 2 PM — Southwest University Park — Ticket prices vary — Witness a thrilling soccer match as El Paso Locomotive hosts Las Vegas Lights in this USL Championship showdown.
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Summer Annual Days in Memory of the Bridal Marmelo and Sweet 16 Expo
11 AM – 4 PM — El Paso Convention Center — Tickets on sale 30 days before — Celebrate milestones and enjoy a vibrant expo featuring local culture.
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