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El Paso
Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Columban Mission Center in El Paso—joined by local nonprofits, religious and migrant groups—will hold its 13th Alternative Black Friday on November 28th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 816 Magoffin Ave to support migrant communities on both sides of the border. KVIA
- ➤ Jalisco Cafe in El Paso will serve a free traditional Thanksgiving meal on November 27 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.—continuing a 20-year tradition for families, veterans, and those in need at 1029 E. Seventh Ave. Community members may also donate extra turkeys, canned vegetables, or desserts and enter a raffle to win menudo for two. KFOX14
- ➤ El Paso will honor businesswoman Estine Davis, the first black woman to own a business in Sun City — a pioneer who ran Estine's Eastside Barbershop — at her funeral services. Visitation is on December 4th at 4:00 p.m. at Mount Zion Baptist Church with a Celebration of Life at 9:30 a.m. and intermittent rites at 12:30 at Restlawn Memorial Park. KVIA
- ➤ ASEZ STAR Church of God students organized a winter coat drive on Monday morning at the Texas DFPS office building (501 Hawkins Boulevard) to help CPS-involved children, and they collected nearly 200 coats and blankets; a CPS Faith-Based Community Engagement Specialist said the donation will help families stay warm this winter. KFOX14
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Speaking Rock Entertainment Center has just opened 1682 Steakhouse in Tigua Pueblo where diners can enjoy premium steaks and a fine-dining menu served in a small, elegant setting. The restaurant features an elegant bar with hanging light fixtures and broad booths—temporary walls hint at a planned expansion to offer more seating soon. El Paso Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ El Paso received a $13.39 million grant from the Texas Department of Transportation on Friday to design and build bike paths and trails along major roadways in South Central—these walkable areas will connect parks, businesses and schools while offering safe routes for pedestrians and cyclists. KFOX14
- ➤ UTEP has approved a $108 million student housing complex to meet the rising demand for affordable living, and the project will provide rooms for 456 incoming freshmen—expected to begin construction soon. El Paso Inc.
- ➤ El Paso is considering new animal rules that would require dog owners to register, microchip, and train their pets if their dogs hurt other animals. City staff postponed the council discussion to let the animal advisory committee review the proposal—change that would fill a gap in state health codes. El Paso Matters
- ➤ Joe Montisano resigned as El Paso Zoo Director after being on administrative leave since mid-September amid multiple controversies — Gary Lunsford now serves as interim while the city plans to recruit a permanent replacement. El Paso Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ El Paso mom Theresa Troia (36) had quintuplets born on June 3 by cesarean section and the last baby is being discharged from Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare today so they can come home for the holidays. Staff celebrated the historic first-ever quintuplet birth with a graduation ceremony in the NICU. El Paso Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Restaurants in El Paso are opening on Thanksgiving Day—Nov. 27—for festive meals that span brunch and dinner with options like turkey and seafood dishes. Many local spots urge diners to reserve soon as availability is limited. El Paso Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UTEP men's basketball opened its Jacksonville Classic run on Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. at Swisher Gymnasium in Jacksonville, where the team faced the 4-2 William + Mary Tribe; it sought its first road win and the game aired on PassTheBallLive+600 ESPN El Paso. El Paso Times
- ➤ Canutillo's LJ Martin had his career best game for BYU as he rushed for 222 yards on 32 carries and scored two touchdowns in a 26-14 road win over Cincinnati on August 22—pushing the Cougars to a 10-1 record. He also gained 44 yards receiving during the game. El Paso Times
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Andrew Lloyd Webber’s CATS
7:30-9 p.m. — UTEP Dinner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting musical magic of CATS in El Paso's renowned dinner theatre.
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Barrio Sports Club Thanksgiving Meal
12-3 p.m. — El Barrio Park — Free entry — Enjoy a community Thanksgiving meal in a welcoming park setting.
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Anything Box with T-4-2 Live
8-11 p.m. — RockHouse Divebar Kitchen Venue — No cover info — Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend with an exciting live performance from Anything Box and special guest T-4-2.
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Andrew Lloyd Webber’s CATS at UTEP Dinner Theatre
2-3:30 p.m. — UTEP Dinner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of CATS in a local theatrical setting.
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Run the 915 Challenge
12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Wells Fargo Plaza — Registration required — Celebrate health and community while running through El Paso's vibrant streets over a two-week challenge.
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December Holiday Potluck & Resource Night
5:30-8 p.m. — Cactus Trails Elementary — Free entry — Experience community and connection while enjoying a potluck dinner and accessing resources for families of children with autism.
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El Paso Mineral, Gem & Fossil Show
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Daily — El Maida Shriners — Free admission — Explore a treasure trove of gems, minerals, and fossils with family-friendly activities and door prizes.
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TNA Wrestling Live Event
7-8:30 p.m. — El Paso County Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience high-octane wrestling entertainment with TNA stars in action.
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Frontera Land Alliance Trail Race
8:30-11 a.m. — San Jacinto Plaza — Entry Fee $25-$35 — Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Wakeem/Teschner Nature Preserve with a trail race and family walk in beautiful Resler Canyon.
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Christmas With C.S. Lewis
7:30-11:30 p.m. — El Paso Live — Cost Info TBD — Experience an emotional journey through C.S. Lewis's transformative Christmas celebrations influenced by J.R.R. Tolkien.
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