Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
Good morning, El Paso.
🏘️ Community
On Friday afternoon, Lower Valley experienced power outages that left 2,140 customers without electricity near Giles Road & south of I-10; EP Electric restored power around 3:30 p.m.
💼 Business
Ground was broken today at Nusenda Credit Union's upcoming Geronimo branch when CEO Michelle Dearholt and city officials used a hard hat and shovel to mark the start of construction.
This first of three planned locations will boost local financial support and create new career opportunities.
🏥 Health
Texas Tech Health El Paso is hosting its third annual Lighting Campus for Hope event tonight at its campus to celebrate unity in the fight against cancer—families, friends and warriors will enjoy Santa visits, a firework show, mascot dance-off and treats from food trucks.
A CDC advisory committee has voted to change the newborn hepatitis B shot guideline (the first dose will be given at 2 months) while local expert Rekha Lakshmanan warns that limited prenatal care in El Paso may leave infants at risk.
A new burn center at UMC is set to be built near the Level I trauma center after voters approved a $346.6 million initiative, aiming to offer local burn care that could prevent the need for airlifts — a struggle once faced by burn survivor Diane Vasquez.
El Paso Children's Hospital will launch a mobile clinic to bring specialized care to children in rural areas.
The unit will initially serve student athletes with cardiac screenings and later add orthopedics, endocrinology and craniofacial care — a project made possible by local support.
🏈 Sports
UTEP senior transfer linebacker Miner Micah Davey earned first-team All-Conference USA honors on Dec.
5 after leading the league with 131 tackles; receiver Kenny Odom was named to the second team by league coaches.
The draw for the 2026 World Cup placed the U.S. in Group D with Paraguay, Australia & a playoff winner from Playoff C, as 48 nations were split into 12 groups on Friday, Dec.
5. The tournament brings top teams from around the world.
🎉 El Paso Events
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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.
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.
A Christmas Carol on the Border
7-9 p.m. — Woman's Club of El Paso — Enjoy a bilingual retelling of Dickens’ classic with local performers from elementary to high school.
Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Oak & Antler American Tavern — Ticketed event — Embrace the holiday spirit in your ugliest sweater while enjoying games, contests, and festive cheer in El Paso.
Labor Market Information Workshop
9-11 a.m. — Workforce Solutions Borderplex - North Loop Center — Snacks Provided — Discover employment trends and skills employers seek in today’s job market.
UP AND RUNNING Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk
8:30-9:30 a.m. — Up & Running, El Paso, TX — Registration fees apply — Lace up for a festive 5K run/walk filled with holiday cheer.
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
3-7:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a delightful holiday classic with the magical performance of The Nutcracker.
Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel
6:30 p.m. — El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical tribute to Juan Gabriel in a stunning candlelit setting.
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