Good morning, El Paso.

Meta donated $2.5 million to Paso del Norte Community Foundation through its Future is for Everyone Fund to help double nonprofit resources for El Paso Giving Day on Oct.

15. The gift will support organizations in family services, education, and health.

El Paso city announced nine free and paid Fall Festival events for residents, including Library Con on Sept.

26 at the Main Library, Chalk the Block on Oct. 3 & 4 in the Arts District, and Fire Fest on Oct. 17, with more events through WinterFest starting Nov. 21 downtown.

El Paso’s Star on the Mountain will shine silver on Wednesday to welcome Metallica’s M72 World Tour ’72 concert at the Sun Bowl Stadium on May 18 with Limp Bizkit and Avatar.

Tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 25 at 10 a.m. on Ticketmaster (announced by local partners).

Today's Third Thursdays fills the Downtown Arts District with live music + artisan markets; on Saturday, the El Paso Matters 9.15K run will hold a family walk at Cleveland Square Park supporting local journalism.

UTEP student Taylor Hopkins now rides an electric scooter to cut commuting costs as gas averages $4.42 near campus; she saves 150-200 dollars monthly and sidesteps parking hassles on short trips.

El Paso Water will turn blended wastewater into safe drinking water by 2029 (as the Pure Water Center nears completion) by first cleaning the water to irrigation standards then re-treating it before it reaches customers.

Although no cases have been detected in El Paso, health officials are warning pet owners to watch for signs of the flesh-eating fly larva after one case was confirmed in Juárez in mid-August.

Owners should check wounds on their animals and seek vet care immediately if needed.

Luvina Ogtimehin has become the standout volleyball player for UTEP after impressive performances in recent matches.

Her skill and determination have energized the team as they prepare for upcoming competitions.