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Does a rapper’s endorsement destroy their integrity?

Does a rapper’s endorsement destroy their integrity?

Adrian Broaddus, Editor-In-Chief July 18, 2017

From former Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning talking about Papa John’s being the best pizza on the planet to actor Matthew McConaughey starring in commercials for Lincoln, celebrity endorsements flood today’s advertisements. Musicians and...

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Sister Act opened  on Saturday to a sold out crowd at the UTEP Dinner Theatre.

‘Sister Act’ marries comedy and a fish-out-of-water tale

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor July 11, 2017

From its charming talk show-like opening to its thrilling final confrontation, “Sister Act” is a performance that rewards the audience with great musical numbers and an entertaining plot line from start to finish. Taking place in Philadelphia,...

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It’s Your World Project workshops turn junk into treasure

It’s Your World Project workshops turn junk into treasure

Claudia Flores, Contributor July 11, 2017

The Franklin Mountains State Park and the It’s Your World Project organization hosted the From Trash to Treasure Workshop to encourage the community to preserve the environment and natural sights of El Paso. On Saturday, July 8, people joined the...

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B.o.B in his ‘Element’ on stage at the Coliseum

B.o.B in his ‘Element’ on stage at the Coliseum

Leslie Sarinana, Copy Editor July 11, 2017

North Carolina rapper, hip-hop artist and producer Bobby Ray, better known by his stage name B.o.B, will be gracing El Paso for the first time on July 18 at the El Paso County Coliseum. He will be stopping at the Sun City as part of his “The Elements”...

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Art duo Lxs Dos host immigration workshops

Art duo Lxs Dos host immigration workshops

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor July 5, 2017

Graphic artists Lxs Dos held the "Move Your Mind! Understanding Migration and Immigration Through the Arts" workshop for high school and middle school artists from June 26 through June 30 at the Rubin Center and the Fox Fine Arts building. Lxs Dos...

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Ice Cream fest took place at Cohen stadium for the second year in a row on Sunday, July 2.

El Paso Ice Cream Fest brings variety and innovation

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor July 4, 2017

Despite the triple-digit weather,families from across El Paso attended the second Ice Cream Fest on Sunday at Cohen Stadium. Attendees were greeted with a free sample of a tri-blend tropical ice cream. La Michoacana, Bahama Bucks, Hillside Coffee...

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Great Shapes perform at El Paso Street Fest day one on Friday, June 23.

From garage to studio; the story of Great Shapes

Augie Touris, Staff Reporter July 3, 2017

Great Shapes is a local Indie band, but their music has reached audiences all over the country in its four years of existence. The group is composed of Neil Henry, Evan Tremper, Nathan Gomez and Antonio Salazar IV. Great Shapes has toured from California...

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Collaborative group paints Transfiguration mural

Collaborative group paints Transfiguration mural

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor July 2, 2017

The GAP collective a religious creative group paint a mural called Transfiguration on Sunday, July 2.  The mural is located off of Paisano and I-10.

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AIGA El Paso held a member forum on Saturday, June 24 at Proper Print Shop.

AIGA seeks to help graphic designers through networking

Andres Gallegos, Contributor July 1, 2017

On July 24, the El Paso chapter of the American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) hosted their first forum. Between printing machines and with a small assortment of chairs, members and prospects got together to talk about the community of graphic designers...

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Los participantes del concurso de vestuario se presentan.

Homenaje por los 110 años de Frida Kahlo

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor July 1, 2017

El colectivo artístico The Borderland Fridas celebró el legado y el 110 aniversario del nacimiento de la famosa pintora Frida Kahlo el sábado, 1 de julio en Alamo Drafthouse. Danza Azteca Omecoatl, Ballet Folklorico of El Paso y Group Folklorico...

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Ice cream tacos will be featured at Ice Cream fest.

Ice Cream Festival looks to cool down Sun City

Leslie Sarinana, Copy Editor June 28, 2017

Back and bigger than before, the Ice Cream Festival returns for the second year at Cohen Stadium on "Sundae," July 2, with more sweets. Last year’s festival saw over 12,000 attendees and this year, the festival expects more guests and will have...

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Music streaming services compared

Music streaming services compared

Adrian Broaddus, Editor-In-Chief June 27, 2017

Spotify Grade: A- Price: $9.99; $14.99 for family; $4.99 for students Overview: What started out in Sweden as a small music streaming service has turned into a worldwide phenomenon that holds 140 million users. It streams over 30 million tracks...

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