The Prospector

Cristina Ramirez: Recovering lost voices by keeping ancestral spirits alive

Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter • February 12, 2025

Cristina Ramirez’s book, “A Story of Stories,” amplifies her Mexican American grandmother’s unpublished voice. It holds a special meaning for her research reviving lost work from Mexican women, and for her grief.

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‘It’s Complicated,’ Modern Romance in the Digital Age

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • February 12, 2025

Modern day romance is marked by its digital influence, and the prominent role that social media plays in many romantic relationships. Generation Z experiences relationships in a completely different manner than the generations before them, as social media has shifted the parameters for what a relationship is or should be. “Situationships” or “talking stages” have become increasingly popular in place of committed relationships, and those that are committed seem to have a new set of rules. 

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UTEP Miners recommend best Valentine’s date spots

Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • February 10, 2025

UTEP miners give recommendations for Valentine’s date spots around El Paso.

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Horse around at The Rodeo Night Market

Daniela Ordaz, Contributor/Writer • February 6, 2025

On Jan. 25, Lowbrow Palace held its Rodeo Night Market with local vendors selling vintage clothing, jewelry and other items, joined with food and music. The event took place from 6-11 p.m. and the final round of Battle of the Bands was at 7 p.m.

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How Christianity connects the Black community

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • February 5, 2025

Today, more than seven out of 10 African Americans identify as Christians. However, when Africans first arrived in what is now the United States, most were either practicing Muslims or followed other religious and cultural practices. Throughout centuries of slavery, segregation, and discrimination, the Black Church transitioned into centers for organization, civic activity, community service and cultural celebration.

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Thrifting but cheaper! The Sunset Parlor Clothing Swap

Victoria Valadez, Contributor/Writer • January 24, 2025

The Sunset Parlor’s Owner Lelena Marcus set up a Clothing swap where the community can come together and have the opportunity to clean out their closets, come with donations, and trade items of clothing with others.

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The Upper Valley Market ties El Pasoans closer and makes dreams come true

Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter • January 24, 2025

The Upper Valley Market is a place where the community comes together. Vendors and buyers create a unique community of support for each other. Buyers get their hands on unique crafts and products that help local businesses make a name for themselves. These local businesses have a dream, and the Upper Valley Market makes them come true.

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Venture through the technical dreamscapes of Ashton Kaleigh

Evelyn Palma, Web & Copy Editor • January 24, 2025

Local artist Ashton Kaleigh navigates and embraces the El Paso art scene with a passion for creating and sharing her hard work with others. From paint and sips to children’s books, Kaleigh finds joy in connecting with others through her art and hopefully, inspiring them.

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Creative Kids cultivate youth expression and artistic vision

Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • January 24, 2025

The story behind Creative Kids, a local non-profit focused on providing underserved groups of El Paso youth with a creative outlet through several art programs, and their national plans.

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El Paso’s escape from life into a new reality, Hotel Delirium

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • January 22, 2025

Hotel Delirium is a local escape room unique to El Paso. Owners Rachel and John Deslongchamps give El Pasoans an escape from the stress of daily life and allow them to travel into an immersive experience.

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El Paso’s NAACP holds “Read and Ride” event, spreading awareness about Black history on a ride throughout the city

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • January 20, 2025

This year, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day fell on Jan. 20 and was observed by various institutions and organizations. The El Paso chapter of the NAACP held an MLK Read and Ride on Saturday, Jan. 18, in collaboration with Sun Metro and El Paso Streetcar. Tephanie Hopper and Carla Brown, sat with El Paso families, reciting books about Dr. King and Ruby Bridges, another prominent figure in Black history.

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Wizard Rodeo and the Magic of Sustainability

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer • January 4, 2025

Texas is a vast state filled with almost anything you could think of. It has a lower cost of living than most states, breathtaking views of its natural beauty and a beaming culture. At the forefront of these is Austin, Texas. This city is known for...