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πko by Marina, a local business showcased their bags and wallets at Viva Los Muertos Day of the Dead Festival on Saturday, Nov 16, 2019.

GALLERY: Viva Los Muertos Day of the Dead Festival

Exodis Ward, Contributor November 19, 2019

El Paso Punk Rock Flea Market hosted the “Viva Los Muertos Day of the Dead Festival” Saturday, Nov. 16 at El Maida Shrine auditorium.   In a post, coordinators described the event as “A sacred thing for us and we want to share this...

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The Trans-Siberian Orchestra comes to El Paso every year.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Returns to El Paso

Prospector staff report November 19, 2019

Trans-Siberian Orchestra continues its successful run of fusing hard rock with traditional holiday tunes in a spectacular display with unique production and stage lighting.   The multi-platinum group announced its Winter Tour dates that include two...

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Traditional Ramen at Matsuharu Japanese Restaurant.

El Paso restaurants offer community traditional and Mexican-style ramen

Jaqueline Martinez, Contributor November 19, 2019

Studio Ghibli films and popular anime shows like “Naruto” and “One Piece,” have all depicted traditional Japanese ramen, but the city of El Paso also has its own unique take on this famous dish.    Some recognize the dish as “Maruchan”...

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Halo Halo Filipino Food, stays true to its name by serving Halo Halo, a popular Filipino cold dessert with ingredients that include, crushed ice, sweet beans, gelatin, corn flakes, Halayang Ube, flan and ice cream.

Filipino and Persian restaurants bring exotic twist to El Paso’s culinary scene

Anahy Diaz, Contributor November 12, 2019

With Latinos comprising more than 80% of El Paso’s population, Mexican restaurants are a staple in the city’s gastronomy, but restaurants like Halo Halo Filipino Food and Tasty Kabob are challenging that status quo with exotic and authentic cuisine.   Located...

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Zona Centro, located on 218 Mills Avenue, is a mexican restaurant with vegan food options, including vegan and veggie loaded burritos made with homemade flour tortillas and 6 different seasoning options.

Vegan restaurants redefine Mexican cuisine in El Paso

Anahy Diaz, Contributor November 12, 2019

Tacos, gorditas and burritos are just some of the many traditional Mexican dishes residents expect to find in the city, not only at local Mexican restaurants, but now also at vegan restaurants.  Lick It Up and Zona Centro are two Mexican vegan...

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Cacti for sale at the Cactus festival Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019.

Cactus festival educates El Pasoans on cacti species, recipes

Alexia X. Nava Carmona, Copy Editor November 12, 2019

The El Paso Cactus and Rock Club (EPCRC) celebrated Cactus Celebration Month with its annual Cactus Fest Nov. 2 at the El Paso Garden Center, 3105 Grant St.  The event, aimed at teaching the community about the abundance of cactus species, attracted enthusiasts like...

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Future Funk is also known as Vaporboogie, Japanese Disco.

Classical composer explains future funk

Margaret Cataldi, Staff Reporter November 12, 2019

Staff reporter Margaret Cataldi interviewed Hayley Mendoza, a member of the marching band at New Mexico State University and applied business major minoring in music theory, on future funk, a microgenre that has garnered attention in the online music...

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Ivan Moody, Lead Vocalist. Five Finger Death Punch. Thursday, November 7, 2019. Don Haskins Center, UTEP.

Tommy Vext talks ‘Zombie,’ addiction at Five Finger Death Punch show

Jaqueline Martinez, Staff Reporter November 12, 2019

Staff Reporter Jaqueline Martinez caught up with Tommy Vext, lead singer of Bad Wolves, at the electrifying Five Finger Death Punch (FFDP) showcase featuring Three Days Grace, Bad Wolves and Fire from the Gods, Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Don Haskins.    FFDP’s...

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Locals and organizers gathered at Concordia to observe the local Hispanic holiday Día de Los Muertos in honor of loved ones, historic figures, and fundraising.

Locals observe Día de Los Muertos at historical Concordia Cemetery

Sven Kline, Contributor November 5, 2019

Locals gathered to observe the traditional Mexican holiday, Día de Los Muertos, Saturday, Nov. 2 at the historical Concordia Cemetery to honor loved ones who have passed away.    The cemetery opened at 2 p.m. allowing visitors to enter for a $5...

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Located at 2225 Montana Ave., The Red Door Vintage is another unique store that sells oddities, accessories, clothing and lots of other distinct items people with unique tastes would enjoy. The store is open seven days a week and its hours are available on its Facebook page.

Stores in El Paso to shop for oddities, curiosities and unique clothes

Teddy Baylón, Layout Editor November 5, 2019

Members of the community who like oddities, curiosities, goth novelty items and dark clothes can shop at these unique mom-and-pop stores in El Paso.   The downtown curiosity shop, Tooth and Veil, is where all sorts of novelty items, unique pieces...

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Events Happening in El Paso this Week

Events Happening in El Paso this Week

Prospector Staff Report November 5, 2019

MANA: Rayando El Sol Tour 2019  8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6  UTEP Don Haskins Center  The Grammy Award-winning Latin rock band returns to El Paso to perform at the UTEP Don Haskins Center once more for their 2019, “Rayando El Sol Tour”...

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This Matters: Embracing Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity.

Graduate student deciphers cultural inertia through Newton’s laws of motion

Margaret Cataldi, Staff Reporter November 5, 2019

The UTEP Student Engagement and Leadership Center (SELC) hosted an engaging and insightful discussion titled “The Good Old Days” where facilitator Angel Armenta used the theory of cultural inertia to further explain why some groups present hostility...

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