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Dracula presents himself to the public during Nylia Ballet Academy's presentation of 'Dracula'

Nylia Ballet Academy’s haunting performance of Dracula from El Paso native

Adam Regalado, Multimedia Editor October 29, 2024

On a crisp October evening, the Magoffin Auditorium buzzed with anticipation as the Nylia Ballet Academy prepared to unveil its latest production: a haunting rendition of Bram Stoker's classic tale, Dracula.   The stage was set with an eerie crypt,...

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“Lowriders: An Origin Story” slides—the event that was presented by Chicano Studies professors on October 21.

UTEP Chicano Studies Department showcases low rider culture in Borderland

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Writer/Contributor October 29, 2024

From bright lights, multicolored wraps, to the hydraulics, the culture behind lowriders is significant in Chicano culture. On Oct. 21, Adrian Aragones, UTEP assistant professor in the Chicano Studies Department and guest speaker Mirna Ajo from Universidad...

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Crossing the Line: Finding America in the Borderlands by Sarah Towle explores the complex realities of life along the U.S.-Mexico border, highlighting personal stories of migration, resilience, and identity in the region.

Hope Border Institute’s election and migration event illuminates deadly immigration policies and community resistance

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter October 28, 2024
“Elections and Migration: Challenges, Opportunities, and Hopes,” an event hosted by the Hope Border Institute along with the UTEP Department of Chicano Studies, allowed students and community members to engage in discussions with guest speakers about deadly immigration policies and the community's resistance to them.
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Many El Pasoans and UTEP students were running for family members who are currently battling cancer or those who have lost their lives to cancer.

UTEP Zeta Tau Alpha helps community ‘Think Pink’ with 5K Breast Cancer Awareness run

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Contributor/Writer October 25, 2024
As Breast Cancer Awareness month unfolds throughout October, sorority Zeta Tau Alpha (ZTA) hosted a 5K event that people across the borderland attended and showed support for survivors and patients alike.
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The UTEP School of Pharmacy is sponsoring a food drive honoring baseball legend Roberto Clemente.

Step Up to the Plate: Roberto Clemente Food Drive

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter October 20, 2024
September has come and gone, but the legacy of the month in which the UTEP School of Pharmacy sees vital in doing good for their community.
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How the older generations feel about ‘No Sabo’ kids

How the older generations feel about ‘No Sabo’ kids

Dominique Macias, Staff Photographer October 18, 2024
In El Paso, everyone knows at least one Hispanic that is not fluent in Spanish who is labeled and teased for being a “no sabo kid.” These Hispanics cannot fully communicate with the older generations of their family. The communication thread between the two generations can be discouraging and defeated on both sides. Will the older generations give grace to younger generations?
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Brave Books host their “Banned Book Sale” where they displayed an exhibit of these books, marked off in yellow ban tape.

Brave Books hosts sale on banned books highlighting the ongoing fight against censorship in Texas and across the Nation

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter October 18, 2024
As of Aug. 31, the American Library Assocation reported 414 attempts to censor library materials. In protest, Brave Books hosted a banned book sale in an effort to allow access to censored works and encourage readers to stay informed.
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Area schools have faced numerous false threats this fall semester.

FBI intensifies efforts to combat false school shooting threats amid rising concerns

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor October 16, 2024
Schools like Andress, Eastwood, Gadsen and Irvin High School have faced false threats this school year. Putting an alarming amount of concern to not only students but the entire community.
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The County Attorney's Office filed a lawsuit against "Chicas Locas," formerly "Jaguars," a day after its opening. 
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Chicas Locas Bikini Bar to forfeit $5,000 bond; operations ceased for one year

Alyda Muela, Web Editor October 15, 2024
The County Attorney’s Office filed a lawsuit against RCI Hospitality Holdings Inc., and JAI Dining Services Inc. Sept. 20, one day after a new establishment, 'Chicas Locas’ opened to the public.
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KLAQ Haunted Houses of Terror showcases their new Halloween attractions in East El Paso.

El Pasoans can find thrills, chills, and festive fun at Halloween Events throughout October.

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter October 10, 2024
As the fall season begins and Halloween approaches, El Pasoans can celebrate the spooky season with pumpkin patches, fall festivals, haunted houses, and trick-or-treating events, costume contents and much more throughout October.
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All contributing flashes done by 3 tattoo artists from shops like Sunset, After Ten and Monolith Tattoo.

915 Tattoo Flash Crawl: Three Shops Unite to Celebrate El Paso’s Culture

Rumi Sevilla, Staff Reporter October 9, 2024
Running from 9:15 am to 9:15 pm in the heart of Downtown, the event served as a reminder to the community that tattoos are more than just ink; they are living symbols of our collective stories, struggles, and identities. With each design serving as a permanent tribute to the history, culture, and experiences that define the people of El Paso.
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Coldplay will perform at the Sun Bowl June 13, 2025.

Sun Bowl to see a ‘Sky Full of Stars:’ Coldplay will perform in El Paso June 2025

Marco Hinojosa, Audience and Engagement Editor October 8, 2024
Coldplay announced the El Paso tour date for their newest album titled 'Moon Music.' The concert date set for June 13, 2025 marks the band's only stop in Texas.
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