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A first person account of how Prince became Prince.

IN REVIEW: A treasure recounted in Prince’s new memoir

Rebecca Reza, Contributor November 19, 2019

“It finished too soon” was my immediate thought after reading Prince’s memoir, “The Beautiful Ones,” released early November by Random House.    This project was the brainchild of the artist himself, set in motion several months prior...

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El Paso night skyline.

Event happening in El Paso this week

Jaqueline Martinez, Staff Reporter November 19, 2019

Blue Man Group  7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20  El Paso Plaza Theatre  Hosted by El Paso Live, the Blue Man Group, an American performance art company, will be performing at the El Paso Plaza Theatre on Wednesday, Nov. 20.  Known for their...

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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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Canabidiol-based products for sale at El Paso, Tx.

El Paso sees rise of CBD stores

Paulina Astrid Spencer, Staff Reporter November 19, 2019

Cannabidiol, commonly known as CBD, is a naturally occurring compound found in the cannabis genus of flowering plants that has grown a notable presence in areas throughout the country, including El Paso.    According to The Motley Fool, CBD sales...

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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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Sophomore Kristen Fritsche fights the ball vs. Rice Saturday Nov. 16, 2019.

Volleyball loses to Rice, earns a rematch in tournament

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor November 19, 2019

The UTEP Miners (13-14, 6-8) lost Saturday to the Rice Owls (24-2,13-1) in three straight sets, thus ending the most successful regular season for the university since 2012’s 16-13 record.  Thoroughly dominating the Miners in the first...

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UTEP player Joshua Fields is finally brought down by two defenders against the University of Nevada.

UTEP football loses ninth straight with 37-10 loss versus UAB

Isaiah Ramirez, Staff Reporter November 19, 2019

Sophomore quarterback Gavin Hardison played his first game as a Miner this season throwing for 222 yards and a touchdown but UTEP (1-9, 0-7) was unable to earn their second win of the season falling to the Blazers (7-3, 4-2) 37-10.  Hardison replaced...

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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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The main characteristic of a pyramid scheme is that participants make money by recruiting more members.

Multi-level marketing often confused for pyramid schemes

Margaret Cataldi, Staff Reporter November 19, 2019

The nature of multi-level marketing (MLM) often gets legitimate MLM companies confused for illegal pyramid schemes, but there is a clear line dividing both concepts.   Fernando Jimenez-Arevalo, UTEP associate professor of marketing and management,...

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Activists marched from Mundy Park to San Jacinto Plaza on Earth Day,  for the National March for Science.

Indigenous protesters advocate for clean water

Paulina Astrid Spencer, Staff Reporter November 19, 2019

Climate change is a topic of discussion for many across the world, giving birth to high profile activists like Greta Thunberg and local groups like Frontera Water Protectors Alliance (FWPA).    “There is so much evidence of the harm that we are...

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Supporters of Beto O'Rourke gather to grab a photo and chat with the former Presidential candidate.

Beto O’Rourke hosts event in West El Paso to thank supporters

Rebecca Reza, Contributor November 15, 2019

Former Democratic Presidential Candidate and native El Pasoen Beto O’Rourke was on hand Thursday night to host an appreciation event at Hope & Anchor in West El Paso. The former Congressman thanked supporters for their time and effort in both his...

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Cielo Vista Walmart reopens, construction for memorial continues

Bryan Mena, Entertainment Editor November 14, 2019

Updated at 2:15 p.m. More than three months since the seventh deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history, the Cielo Vista Walmart in El Paso, Texas officially resumes its retail operations Thursday, Nov. 14. Doug McMillon, Walmart’s president and...

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