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Sunday, September 28th, 2025
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ El Paso residents voiced concerns over Project Jupiter, a $165 billion data center planned near Santa Teresa, New Mexico — they worry that environmental impacts will affect their air, water, and land even as the project promises over 750 jobs and $300 million in tax relief. Dona Ana County approved an industrial revenue bond for the project on September 19th and it is now moving to the permitting phase. KFOX14
- ➤ Cipriano Torres, a WWII veteran, turned 100 on Friday—born in Fabens, he worked on a farm as a child, served in Japan during the war, and later married and raised six children in El Paso. KVIA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ El Paso does not have an H-E-B store so people must drive 338 miles to reach the nearest one in Lubbock that opened in 2020 with many services. The chain is a top grocer with over 440 stores and strong digital ordering. El Paso Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dozens gathered at Eastwood Park to hold a candlelight vigil for Xavier Hernandez, a 27-year-old who died in police custody on July 13 due to asphyxia from chest compression—his mother Angelina Lujan and family say his death should spur a broader discussion on mental health and police response. KVIA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Way Out West Fest took place Saturday at the El Paso Convention Center and four surrounding downtown street blocks — where festival goers joined a Corn Hole Tournament, a Chili Challenge, and enjoyed country music star Dustin Lynch performing. The event ran from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. and ticket prices varied. KVIA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ La Nube gave away 100 refurbished laptops and 200 backpacks with school supplies provided by AT&T & Human-I-T to help students in need overcome the digital divide. AT&T plans to distribute 30,000 items and invest $5 billion to help 25 million people get internet access by 2030. KVIA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum delivered her first-year report in Juárez on Sept 26, praising social programs that helped lift millions from poverty and recognizing the contributions of Mexican migrant workers in the U.S. She pushed back against anti-immigration views and promised to expand support for women and youth—ensuring more aid in the future. El Paso Times
- ➤ The City of El Paso opened its renovated Westside Animal Adoption Center with an $8.9 million upgrade that redesigned animal living spaces, kennels, cat exhibit areas and visitor restrooms — and added a modern HVAC system, ADA-compliant amenities, expanded parking and a walking trail for pets. City officials said the project shows the city’s ongoing commitment to improving community animal services. KVIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Hospitals of Providence hosted the annual Power of Pink celebration at its Imaging Center West to honor 46 breast cancer survivors—this community project brings together local hospitals, non-profits and a foundation to promote awareness and hope for those facing the diagnosis. KVIA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UTEP lost 30-11 to Louisiana Tech as the offense turned the ball over repeatedly, with quarterback Malachi Nelson throwing four interceptions before being replaced by Skyler Locklear. The team now sits at 1-4—facing Liberty on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at the Sun Bowl. El Paso Times
- ➤ Fabens, Eastwood and Ysleta high school football teams won their week 5 games in El Paso—delivering big wins for local fans. Their wins give promise for the season—lifting school spirit as schedules unfold. El Paso Times
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Graduate & Professional Schools Fair
9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. — University of Texas at El Paso — Free entry — Connect with top graduate schools and explore your educational prospects.
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Nacho Redondo Live (In Spanish)
8 PM – 12 AM — Philanthropy Theatre — Ticketed — Experience a night of comedy with Nacho Redondo in El Paso.
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