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Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in northwest El Paso will face heavy traffic disruptions as construction crews will close the eastbound lanes of I-10 on Tuesday for the Artcraft project and the westbound lanes from 5 a.m. Saturday to 5 a.m. Monday for the Widening West project—while work on a six-month project to build a runaway truck ramp on Transmountain will cause lane closures with enhanced warning signage. KFOX14
- ➤ The Bowen family is preparing to leave Bowen Ranch in the northeastern part of El Paso as the city reclaims the historic 88,000-acre land later this year — a place that hosted community events and supported local services — leaving a lasting legacy for the area. KFOX14
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A family said their 4-year-old nonverbal autistic daughter was left unattended near Kolhberg Elementary School’s parking lot while her father picked up her siblings, and he has removed her from the school over safety concerns—EPISD officials are reviewing safety protocols as Board President Leah Hanany said improvements are needed to protect vulnerable children. KFOX14
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The federal shutdown is now in effect and over 18,000 essential federal employees in El Paso—TSA, Border Patrol agents, and federal court staff—will work without pay beginning today. Local officials and lawmakers have set up support measures like zero-interest loans to help affected workers cover gas, groceries, and childcare while urging Senate action to end the shutdown. KFOX14
- ➤ U.S. and Mexican governments announced a binational initiative named Mission Firewall to curb weapons trafficking along the border—and Ambassador Ronald Johnson said joint inspections, immediate info sharing and expanded investigations will soon begin to stop the illicit arms flow. KVIA
- ➤ Federal judges in El Paso have begun a nine-day hearing today to decide if Texas can use its new congressional map for the 2026 midterms—advocacy groups say it hurts Black and Hispanic voters while state officials claim it is race-blind and meant to win more GOP seats. The case is urgent because voting deadlines are near. El Paso Matters
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ana Valdez has launched Valdez Southwest Travel which offers bilingual van tours connecting El Paso and Juárez residents to parks, wineries, and hiking trails — trips depart early and return late with planned day and sunset excursions, including a trip to the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta on Oct. 4 to 5 and Oct. 11 to 12. El Paso Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Franklin High School running back Ernie Powers leads Texas in rushing yards and touchdowns with 1,572 yards and 28 scores this season — the Cougars hold a 4-1 record as they prepare for Friday's game against Montwood. El Paso Times
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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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Conflict Resolution and Workplace Behavior Workshop
9-11 a.m. — Workforce Solutions Borderplex - North Loop Center — Free entry — Develop essential skills for constructive conflict resolution and enhancing workplace professionalism.
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Candlelight Tribute to Adele
5:30-7 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — Tickets from $150 — Experience an enchanting evening of Adele's timeless hits performed live in a candlelit ambiance.
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El Paso Makeup Blowout Sale
10 AM - 5 PM — Hilton Garden Inn El Paso Airport — Free entry — Enjoy incredible discounts on makeup and skincare at this annual sale event.
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El Paso Sky Lantern Festival
10 PM – 2 AM — 123 Main St, Clint, TX — Entry fee details not provided — Experience a breathtaking display of lights and joy with enchanting music and local food vendors.
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Alan Saldana Stand-Up Comedy
6:00-7:30 p.m. — El Paso Comic Strip — Age 17+ — Experience the hilarious stand-up of Alan Saldaña, a rising star in the comedy scene.
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~ Joseph Campbell
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