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Students show their talents at UTEP Picks Talent

Students show their talents at UTEP Picks Talent

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor March 24, 2017

Musicians, singers, dancers and poets showed off their artistic talents at the third annual UTEP Picks Talent event on Friday, March 24, at the Magoffin Auditorium and was hosted by SGA.  The Voice contestant, Elia Esparza, was a guest judge and performed...

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Elton John mesmerizes capacity crowd with non-stop hits

Elton John mesmerizes capacity crowd with non-stop hits

Jason Green, Sports Editor March 24, 2017

Two days before his 70th birthday, Elton John filled up the Don Haskins Center with music -- and fans -- for what could be the last time, and nobody seemed to leave disappointed. John has had nine number one hits on the US Billboard charts and the...

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Drake’s release of playlist ‘More Life’ excites

Drake’s release of playlist ‘More Life’ excites

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor March 21, 2017

In 2011, Drake had one of the hardest tasks: to live up to his previous impressive album, “Thank Me Later.” He not only met every level “Thank Me Later” had, but he surpassed all expectations with his benchmark album, “Take Care.” Even though...

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Traveling back in time with the Victorian Sci-Fi book club

Traveling back in time with the Victorian Sci-Fi book club

Claudia Flores, Contributor March 21, 2017

Tea, pastries and open discussions about science fiction novels from the 1800s is what the Victorian Sci-Fi Book and Tea Club members love to do. They meet up every third Saturday of the month to read novels, eat pastries and drink tea for only $5 dollars....

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Pokémon League is family fun

Pokémon League is family fun

Eddie Velazquez, Contributor March 21, 2017

Promoting a competitive, yet friendly family environment, Pokémon League is a weekly event that promises fans of the popular trading card game an official tournament experience every Thursday and Saturday. Marilynn and Coary Barnard started organizing...

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Elton John will perform at the Don Haskins Center on March 23.

The ‘Rocket Man’ himself set to light up Don Haskins

Michaela Roman, Editor-In-Chief March 21, 2017

Get ready to slowly wave your lighters (or cell phone flashlights) in the air, singer-songwriter icon Sir Elton John and his band are making their way to perform at 8 p.m. this Thursday, March 23, at the Don Haskins Center for the first time in 10 years...

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Ghosts915 will host the Haunted Pub Crawl on March 25. Two of the stops will be at Hotel Garder.

Haunted Pub Crawl offers unique local experience

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor March 21, 2017

Through the illustrious history of downtown El Paso, many tales and stories of paranormal activity have been relished and brought to the present-day limelight. The city’s local paranormal organization, Ghosts915, is putting together a Haunted Pub Crawl...

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The Drums execute a groovy show at the Lowbrow Palace

The Drums execute a groovy show at the Lowbrow Palace

Leslie Sariñana, Entertainment Editor March 13, 2017

El Paso’s indie concert goers, who snagged the high-demand concert ticket, gathered at the Lowbrow Palace to watch the sold out show of The Drums on Sunday night. Everything about the show was full of energy and it started from the get-go. Local...

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The Office of Student Life sponsors the advancement symposium

The Office of Student Life sponsors the advancement symposium

March 8, 2017

The Office of Students Life sponsored the advancement symposium, which showcased informative talks about the dangers of alcoholism. Alcohol Awareness Week will host week-long events sponsored by the Office of Student Life. Its purpose is to create...

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Your guide to staying safe and prepared this spring break

Your guide to staying safe and prepared this spring break

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor March 7, 2017

Whether you’re off twerking to “Bad and Boujee” at South Padre Island, hitting up the gigantic clubs in Cancun, where bottles of tequila are way underpriced or taking off to a more relaxed place for spring break, safety precautions should be maintained...

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Things to do in El Paso during spring break

Things to do in El Paso during spring break

Eddie Velazquez, Reporter March 7, 2017

El Paso Artist and Farmers Market Every Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. As a year-round event, it is easy to overlook an El Paso institution such as the Downtown Artist and Farmers Market. However, its original approach to arts and genuine local vibe...

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VNTGCLSSX opened March 3 and will remain at 115 N. Mesa until May.

Local thrift shop sets new trends

Leslie Sarinana, Entertainment Editor March 7, 2017

A new trend has hit El Pasopop-up shops. In trendy fashion, a pop-up vintage shop, Vintage Classis (stylized VNTGCLSSX) has opened up downtown at 115 N. Mesa St. VNTGCLSSX is owned by Ron Scott, Marisol McNeil and Patrick McNeil. Scott is a UTEP graduate...

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