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Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday evening, participants of the 92nd Annual Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl visited local hospitals to share holiday cheer with patients and staff — ASU and Duke players, along with Tony the Tiger, brightened the Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive Care Units at El Paso Children's Hospital and Las Palmas Medical Center. KFOX14
- ➤ El Paso saw major shifts this year as education, infrastructure and cultural projects evolved alongside new challenges in immigration and resource use — prompting residents and leaders to focus on resilience and community unity. El Paso Matters
- ➤ Jalisco Cafe is celebrating World Menudo Day by offering a giveaway of a one-year gift certificate for menudo for two in 2026. Registrations have been open since Thanksgiving and the cafe opens at 6 a.m. on Jan. 1 with the drawing at 1 p.m. KFOX14
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The El Paso Times released a collection of photos that capture defining moments from 2025—highlighting both community success and local challenges. The series documents stories from cultural heritage to everyday life that shaped our city over the year. El Paso Times
- ➤ The annual Fan Fiesta took place on Tuesday, Dec. 30 at the El Paso Convention Center where local bands, university pep rallies and a battle of the university bands offered free, family-friendly fun ahead of the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl. KFOX14
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ASU and Duke visited Fort Bliss on Monday to tour military equipment and meet troops ahead of today's Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl. The annual trip lets the teams experience local military culture as they prepare for the game. KFOX14
- ➤ El Paso Locomotive hired Junior Gonzalez, former LA Galaxy II coach, as its fifth head coach on Dec. 30. He will be introduced at a press conference next year and bring 25 years of domestic coaching experience to lead the team. El Paso Times
- ➤ The Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl begins today at 10 a.m. at Sun Bowl Stadium as fans face chilly 40s plus warming temperatures approaching 70 by kickoff; the game pits Arizona State against Duke. El Paso Times
- ➤ Today at 12pm, the 92nd Sun Bowl will feature the Arizona State Sun Devils versus the Duke Blue Devils on the Sun Bowl field. ASU aims to secure a milestone win while Duke, fresh off its historic conference championship, plans to cap its season with a strong performance. KFOX14
- ➤ El Paso readers can vote this week to name El Paso Children's Hospital High School's top fall athlete in both cross country and volleyball. Nominees include athletes from Eastwood, Franklin, Hanks, Eastlake, Chapin and El Paso High, recognized for state finishes and All-American honors. El Paso Times
- ➤ El Paso Times invites readers to vote for the top high school boy athlete in football and cross country among El Paso Children's Hospital teams; voting began Dec. 30 (nominees from Franklin, El Dorado, Chapin, Del Valle, San Elizario, Eastwood, Riverside and Andress) as the season continues. El Paso Times
- ➤ Arizona State will use a revamped lineup in the Sun Bowl today against Duke as 22 players have opted out or transferred — opening the door for several first-time starters like quarterback Jeff Sims and other rookies to showcase their skills. El Paso Times
- ➤ Stephanie Han, an El Paso officer and mother of two, will defend her WBA lightweight title against Holly Holm in a 10-round fight on Jan. 3, 2026 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Han trained in Las Cruces with trainer Louie Burke and sparring partners to ready herself for three-minute rounds. El Paso Times
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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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1st Meetup Fundraiser Luncheon at L&J Cafe
1-3 p.m. — L & J Cafe — Fundraising event — Enjoy a cozy luncheon while supporting a community-driven Meetup group for those 50 and over.
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Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings
6:30-7:29 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting melodies from 'Bridgerton' by candlelight with a talented string quartet.
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EMORFIK Live Performance
9-11 p.m. — 11:11 EP TX — Tickets from $51 — Emorfik brings unforgettable vibes to El Paso in this lively concert.
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Tips for Winter Gardening
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Ascarate Teaching & Demonstration Garden — Free entry — Explore winter gardening techniques and enjoy family-friendly activities in the garden.
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