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Friday, December 19th, 2025
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A viewer said a lane on Joe Battle was blocked during drop-off at Harmony Public Schools on Dec. 18, slowing traffic. TxDOT said school zones are set locally and the school’s plan uses staggered drop-off and sheriff cooperation to ease congestion. KFOX14
- ➤ El Paso Mushroom Co. is hosting its first mushroom tasting event at Casa Kin on Dec. 21 from 1-5 p.m., where Chef Dario Jones will present a three-course menu made with local mushrooms + proceeds will support hunger relief efforts through donations to Food Not Bombs and the Fighting Hunger Food Bank. KFOX14
- ➤ El Paso was chosen to host the 2026 NAACP Texas Conference, which will boost economic activity and promote racial equity. The conference is expected to strengthen local partnerships and spark collaborative efforts in the community. El Paso Inc.
- ➤ El Paso is hosting several holiday events this weekend and beyond, with La Nube’s adults-only date night on Dec. 19 at 201 W. Main Drive and Mariachi Sol De Mexico performing a Christmas concert at the Plaza Theatre, while families enjoy free lights shows and Santa visits at local libraries. El Paso Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ El Paso ISD named Brian Lusk superintendent on Dec. 9; his contract, signed on Dec. 16, sets a base salary of $360,000 with performance-based raises and runs through June 30, 2029—he will be formally reviewed by Dec. 1, 2026. El Paso Times
- ➤ Marina Delgado from Loretto Academy earned a full-ride QuestBridge Scholarship that covers tuition, housing, books, meals, supplies and travel for her studies at Notre Dame, where she will major in behavioral neuroscience. She credits her single mother's support and plans to move this summer. KVIA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents of El Paso can search for unclaimed funds from a $10.5 billion state program, with $185.3 million reported as belonging to local residents. The Comptroller’s Office offers assistance by phone (800-321-2274) or online at ClaimItTexas.gov. KVIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hospitals of Providence debuted El Paso's first Mako 4 robotic surgery system for joint replacement, a new technology — promising enhanced precision — that will improve surgical care for patients in the local area. El Paso Inc.
- ➤ El Paso residents will face higher healthcare costs as ACA subsidies expire on Dec. 31, forcing many to switch plans. Insurance broker Paola Pereyda warns that rising self-pay fees & specialist costs may burden local budgets. KFOX14
- ➤ The DEA Laboratory System announced that a newly identified pliable form of fentanyl in El Paso can be molded to look like everyday items, increasing the risk of accidental exposure and urging residents to be cautious when handling unknown substances. KFOX14
- ➤ Theresa Troia, a first-time mom in El Paso, will celebrate Christmas at home with her five healthy quintuplets (all discharged from the NICU in November) after their June birth; she plans to start new traditions with stocking hangings and bedtime stories. KVIA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ El Paso Locomotive will launch their 2026 USL Championship season with a home game against Colorado Springs Switchbacks on March 7 at Southwest University Park and will also take part in the Prinx Tires USL Cup group-stage. Season tickets are available now. El Paso Times
- ➤ El Dorado wide receiver JaDarius Sanders (NMSU signee) discussed his family, football career and plans on the debut of Catching Up on Dec. 18 at 8:09 a.m. in a chat with Chas Messman. KFOX14
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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.
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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.
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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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Days of Remembrance - Bridal, Quince & Sweet 16 Expo
11 AM – 5 PM — El Paso Convention Center — Admission details not specified — Discover the largest and longest-running bridal and quinceañera expo in the region.
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