Good morning, El Paso.

Charlotte, 4, and Sebastian, 7 died on July 8 after flash floods swept through Ruidoso and are now honored with a celebration of life service.

The service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15 at First Baptist Church at 805 Montana Avenue in El Paso—families are asked to donate stuffed animals to Children’s Hospital and pet supplies to local Humane Societies.

Special Traffic Investigations are probing an overnight motorcycle crash at Delta and Alameda in South-Central El Paso that left one person dead — east and westbound lanes remain closed with drivers urged to use alternate routes.

Early Tuesday morning, El Paso Police discovered a body during a welfare check near State Jail and Montana close to the County Jail Annex at about 3:28 a.m. — the investigation is ongoing.

National Vinyl Record Day took place Tuesday, Aug.

12 when locals visited record stores in El Paso to enjoy the warm sound of vinyl. The list spotlighted shops like All That Music, Sound Decay Records, Atomic Wax, and FYE for their high ratings and unique selections.

El Paso County employees and commissioners will not get pay raises but will receive six extra paid vacation days from Dec.

22 to Jan. 2 due to strict budget constraints—county commissioners are finalizing a $608 million proposed budget and will hold a public hearing on Sept. 15 to review tax rate options while some workers receive state-mandated raises.

Texas Tech El Paso has received $5 million in grants for cancer research to support new treatments and study local populations—university officials said they expect more details on project plans soon.

The El Paso Times is running a poll where readers vote for the best high school linebacker in 2025 by choosing from nominees representing teams like Parkland, Franklin, Del Valle, Eastlake, Canutillo, Jefferson, Bel Air, Austin & Coronado while the poll runs from Aug.

11 to Aug. 14 with the sports season set to start on Aug. 28.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Paella Night

6:30 p.m. — Anson 11 — $59 plus tax and gratuity — Savor authentic paella and tapas while enjoying sangria on the patio.