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Friday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center honored border heroes at its Border Heroes 2025 award celebration last Thursday—recognizing contributions to dignity and justice along the U.S.-Mexico border. The event included honorees such as Emmy Award-winning journalist Paola Ramos, Dr. David Dorado Romo, Jo Anne Bernal and Pauline Hovey. KFOX14
- ➤ Bubba's 33 in El Paso and Las Cruces will offer a free Veterans Day lunch for veterans and active military from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.—serving six entree options when proof of service is shown. For those unable to attend, raincheck vouchers will be available from 9 a.m. to noon—valid through May 31, 2026. KFOX14
- ➤ The Paso del Norte Community Foundation is providing brand-new winter coats to nonprofits that serve children in need across El Paso — the long-running Operation Noel program now helps kids from toddlers to age 12 in both El Paso and Ciudad Juárez. Donations and community partnerships are helping the 80-year-old program grow as it reaches more children every year. KVIA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ El Paso native Robert Norris is the new chief financial officer at El Paso Electric, replacing Lisa Budtke who left on Oct. 31; he is a Franklin High School graduate (with an economics degree and MBA from UT Austin) and previously led financial operations at AMP Robotics (where he was president and CFO) and will now manage the company’s financial planning and cash management. El Paso Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cielo Vista Mall announced that families can meet Santa Claus at the Simon Photo Experience today — the holiday photo sessions will continue until Christmas Eve with reservations available on the mall website. KFOX14
- ➤ El Paso native Robert Arevalo mixed martial arts, acting, and filmmaking after he moved to Los Angeles at 18. He trained stars like Keanu Reeves and Jason Momoa—he now plays a tribal police officer in Tulsa King and works on new film scripts. KFOX14
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Veterans Day events will begin Nov. 8 across El Paso County including parades in El Paso, San Elizario, Horizon City, Clint, Socorro, Fabens and Anthony to honor local military service; government offices, libraries and schools will be closed for the holiday—residents are advised to check local schedules. El Paso Matters
- ➤ Congresswoman Escobar and local leaders will soon meet — as reports show some families have not yet received their SNAP benefits this month — to discuss resources for those in need. KVIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University Medical Center of El Paso was named among the top 5% for spine surgery by Healthgrades—placing it in the nation's 100 Best Hospitals. El Paso Inc.
- ➤ November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month in the borderland—smoking and nearby factory pollution put many El Pasoans at risk. Dr. Landy Luna Diaz at UMC reported 16,000 cases a year in El Paso and 40,000 statewide—urging residents living close to factories to check air quality and wear a mask. KVIA
- ➤ Del Sol Medical Center and Las Palmas Medical Center ranked top in Texas for critical care, gastrointestinal treatment, neurosciences and stroke care, state evaluators said. These ratings show the centers provide expert care — a sign of quality treatment for local patients. El Paso Inc.
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Nala, a 6-year-old lab mix at the Humane Society of El Paso, has been in the shelter for 45 days and knows eight tricks such as sit, lay down, paw, and fetch. Staff say she is gentle, housetrained, and great with children — the shelter hopes she will find her forever home soon. KVIA
- ➤ El Paso restaurants will celebrate National Nacho Day with five top-rated spots offering nachos loaded with pinto beans, spicy ground beef, shredded chicken, or guacamole. The list includes longstanding favorites like The Tap, Rivas Taco Shop, L & J Cafe, KiKi's Mexican Restaurant, and Track One — with Yelp reviews praising the authentic taste and creative presentation. El Paso Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ El Paso's Eastlake High School earned a Class 6A playoff berth by defeating Coronado 55—44 on Thursday. The Falcons ended the regular season 5—5 with seven rushing touchdowns and will face Odessa Permian in the bidistrict round on Nov. 13, 14 or 15. El Paso Times
- ➤ Projections for the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl for New Year's Eve indicate that Arizona or Arizona State are favored on the Pac-12 side while ACC choices remain unclear with SMU emerging as a strong contender. Sun Bowl executive director Bernie Olivas said upcoming games and differing evaluations from ESPN, USA Today and Sports Illustrated will shape the final team selections—making adjustments likely in the coming weeks. El Paso Times
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Jurassic Park in Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the iconic film with a live orchestra performing John Williams’ legendary score.
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Cinderella - Ballet
5:00 – 6:30 PM — The Plaza Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting ballet rendition of Cinderella's timeless story.
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Venesti Concert
8-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of live music with Venesti in the heart of El Paso.
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Hiring Red, White & You
9 a.m.-1 p.m. — Armed Forces Reserve Center — Free transportation for service members — Connect with employers and enhance your career opportunities.
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Paradigm Texas Holiday Open House Weekend Event
Paradigm Texas's Holiday Open House Weekend Event is this weekend, Friday & Saturday, November 14th & 15th: 11 am - 3 pm as we present the First Annual Kern Village Holiday Market! A festive shopping experience to kick off the Holiday season!
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Career Exploration and Goal Setting Workshop
4-6 p.m. — Center for Civic Empowerment Conference Room — Snacks provided — Explore your career interests and learn to set achievable goals through interactive activities.
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Andrew Lloyd Webber’s CATS at UTEP Dinner Theatre
7:30-9 p.m. — UTEP Dinner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting musical CATS in a lively theater setting.
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An Evening with Chris Botti
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening with the world's top-selling instrumental artist, Chris Botti, as he brings a fresh twist to contemporary jazz.
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Jon 'Polar Bear' Gonzalez Live
8-9:30 p.m. — El Paso Comic Strip — Cost Varies — Enjoy an evening of laughter with stand-up from the viral comedian Jon 'Polar Bear' Gonzalez.
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Texas International Fashion Week™ 2025
7-10 p.m. — El Paso Convention Center — Ticketed event — Celebrate global fashion and cultural diversity with runway showcases and luxury vehicles.
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