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Sunday, August 10th, 2025
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Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mr. Potato Head, the zoo's 75-year-old Galápagos tortoise who came in 1991, now roams a new enclosure with fresh grass, a muddy wallow, and a re-roofed barn—built with three separate spaces for future tortoises—that cost $785,496 from the city's Quality of Life Bond. El Paso Times
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ El Paso Fire Department's Combined Search and Rescue team responded today around 12:30 p.m. to help a hiker in need on Mundy's Gap—a 3.9-mile challenging trail popular with mountain bikers and bird watchers. KVIA
- ➤ On Saturday afternoon, a serious crash occurred at O.T. Smith and Alameda in Tornillo and the road was closed for an investigation—deputies urge drivers to take an alternate route. KVIA
- ➤ El Paso Police responded to a crash in Dyer and Sanders on Saturday afternoon where one person received serious injuries when a vehicle struck a tree near a restaurant—El Paso Fire said the victim went through the windshield and officers closed the intersection as they investigate. KVIA
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ El Paso District Attorney James Montoya was granted an exemption from a 16-week county hiring delay to hire key staff needed to reduce a backlog of nearly 3,000 cases from 2019 to 2021—he said the move prevents five essential positions from remaining vacant amid planned retirements. KFOX14
- ➤ Immigration rights groups and city officials gathered outside the ICE processing center on Montana Avenue on Aug. 6 to demand the immediate release of DACA recipient Catalina 'Xóchitl' Santiago—who was arrested by Border Patrol at the El Paso airport on Aug. 3 while carrying work documents—and to call for fair treatment as she faces deportation. El Paso Times
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Workplace Etiquette & Professional Communication
3-5 p.m. — Center for Civic Empowerment Conference Room — Snacks Provided — Enhance your workplace confidence with essential skills in communication and professionalism.
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Joey Medina Live Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — El Paso Comic Strip — Check event page for tickets — Experience the comedic talent of Bronx-born Joey Medina as he delivers laughs with his unique Puerto Rican perspective.
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Jesus Sepulveda Live in El Paso
8:00 – 9:30 PM — 11:11 EP TX — Ticket info not available — Catch the rising star of Latino comedy as he brings laughs from his HBO special and various stages across the U.S.
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Punialavaa - Live in El Paso
5-11:30 p.m. — Grace Gardens Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sound of Samoa with live music, cultural celebrations, and local vendors.
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Joey Medina Live Comedy Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — El Paso Comic Strip — Tickets available — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Joey Medina, the heavy-hitter in the comedy arena.
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Time Management and Problem Solving
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Gallardo and Wilson Conference Room — Snacks provided — Learn practical techniques to manage your time effectively and tackle challenges with confidence.
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Happily Mom Workshop
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Meninas Kids Spa — $60 USD — A nurturing experience for moms to reconnect, share, and enhance their emotional well-being.
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Mark Curry Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — El Paso Comic Strip — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of laughter with the talented Mark Curry, known for his iconic sitcom roles.
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2025 NPC Texas Johnnie O Jackson Classic
2 AM – 4 PM — El Paso Convention Center — Entry fees vary — Witness the excitement as competitors vie for a spot in the NPC National Qualifier.
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Career Exploration and Goal Setting
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Gallardo and Wilson Conference Room — Snacks provided — Gain clarity on career interests and set achievable professional goals through interactive discussions.
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