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Cultural expert explains mysterious structure found in Borderland desert
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — An “out-of-place” structure in the middle of the Borderland desert has had some El Pasoans scratching their heads. From occult affiliations to a potential film set, speculations have been put to rest after an expert confirmed the site is a ceremonial sweat lodge. According to Gerardo Rodriguez, a cultural anthropologist, […]
The 10 Times When Texans Should Call 311 & Not 911
From Houston, TX to El Paso, TX, across every tiny town in The Lone Star State, 911 operators determine the course of action needed when there's a citizen is having an emergency. But what if it's not an emergency?. 911 is the number we drill into our kids' heads and...
Sunland Park, Santa Teresa community deserve clean and safe drinking water
Residents of Sunland Park and Santa Teresa are deeply troubled by the ongoing issues with the Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA) water supply. Despite repeated assurances from CRRUA, community members continue to face problems with arsenic contamination, discolored water, health concerns and escalating water rates. For years, many CRRUA...
Your Complete Guide to This Texas City’s Most Exciting Kermés Events
It’s the most wonderful time of the year here in El Paso! Especially if you’re a fan of delicious gorditas!. Kermés season is back in the borderland. If you’ve been dreaming of indulging in delicious gorditas, playing some fun Kermés games, and just hanging out with others in your community then the following list is something you’ve been waiting for!
A tale of two gates: Disparity between 2 sides of Scenic Drive
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — There are two gateways into the iconic Scenic Drive, one coming from the affluent neighborhoods in West-Central El Paso, and the other coming from down in East-Central. Residents in East-Central, near the the entrance to Scenic Drive, believe the eastern side of the road has not been given the same […]
El Paso middle school bans all-black outfits, sweatshirts with hoods
EL PASO, Texas — Students at Charles Middle School in El Paso will head back to school soon, but they won’t be back in black. According to a letter to parents from Nick DeSantis, the school has adopted a new dress code based on policy feedback from families, faculty, staff and community stakeholders.
HOME breaks ground on next phase of Patriot Place affordable housing in Northeast El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Housing Opportunity Enterprises, also known as HOME, the public housing authority for the City of El Paso, broke ground today on the next phase of their Patriot Place affordable housing in Northeast El Paso. Patriot Place is located at 9500 Kenworthy Dr. Patriot Place will provide affordable housing with a The post HOME breaks ground on next phase of Patriot Place affordable housing in Northeast El Paso appeared first on KVIA.
El Paso Shop Celebrates The Holiday Season All Year Round
Forget Christmas in July, how about Christmas all the time? That's what one shop in El Paso, Texas is all about!. For some, Christmas time can't come sooner! If you're always looking out for the perfect Christmas ornament, or the perfect greeting card for the season, then look no further than Sharon's Hallmark Shop in El Paso.
CBS affiliate in El Paso ending most of its local news programming
El Paso’s CBS affiliate is eliminating most and perhaps all of its local newscasts, the latest erosion of local news in the nation’s 23rd largest city. “Beginning August 5, we will be making changes to the way we produce news in El Paso and refocusing our resources across our two stations in the market, CBS4 and KFOX14,” said Jessica Bellucci, a spokesperson for Sinclair Broadcast Group, which owns El Paso’s FOX and CBS affiliates.
El Paso Juvenile Detention Center seeks $36 million for vocational building and expansion
EL PASO, Texas (CBS4) — The El Paso Juvenile Detention Center is asking the county for funding as part of the proposed county’s multi-million-dollar bond proposal. One of the Juvenile Detention Center’s big requests is funding for a vocational building to help the young men and women in the facility.
Political analyst shares insight into future for Biden ahead of DNC
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — More Democrats are calling for President Joe Biden to drop out of the 2024 presidential election amid concerns over his ability to continue leading the nation. After a poor performance during the first 2024 presidential debate and recent Covid diagnosis, more than 20 Democratic leaders have publicly voiced their disapproval […]
Moving to El Paso in 2024? Don’t Miss These 10 Crucial Facts About Living in Texas’s West Texas Gem
One of the greatest places in the nation to live is quickly rising to prominence: El Paso, Texas a city in El Paso County at the westernmost point of the state. It is the sixth largest city in Texas and the 23rd largest in the United States with 678,815 residents. El Paso sometimes referred to as “the Sun City” attracts a diverse group of people such as families, young professionals, and students with its stunning views of the desert. Though not always the first city that comes to mind but Americans are thinking of moving to El Paso because of its excellent area in the state. This is due to the city’s fantastic Tex-Mex food, nice climate, affordable housing, and high standard of living. You’re making a wise decision if you’re thinking of moving to El Paso, Texas!
El Paso official faces scrutiny, possibly double-dipped on city time
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — CBS4 is scrutinizing a city of El Paso employee's timecard under after it appears like she may have violated a policy within the city's employee handbook. Ellen Smyth, the Chief Transit and Fields Operations Officer for the City of El Paso may have violated...
Former state Rep. Pickett continues battle with city over fee in water bill
Joe Pickett was an elected as an El Paso city councilman in 1991, before serving in the Texas House of Representatives from 1995 to 2019. The same year he retired, Pickett noticed a 50% increase in the franchise fee on his water bill and went to the city to get answers.
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