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Wicked released in theaters Nov. 22. 
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‘Wicked’ brings the magic of Oz to life and to the box office

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter December 5, 2024
'Wicked' the movie adaptation of the musical brings the world of Oz to life with beautiful visuals and amazing performances all while exploring the complexities of friendship and the struggle for justice.
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The Miners returned home victorious against the Islanders. This marked Head Coach Keitha Adams’ 300th win. Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

UTEP women’s basketball triumphs in first away game, defeating the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter December 4, 2024
Editor’s note: This recap is not the most recent game for UTEP women’s basketball. The Miners come out victorious in first away game of the season against the Texas A&M-Corpus Christ Islanders, ending with an 11-point lead, 64-53. This win also marks Head Coach Keitha Adam’s 300th win with the UTEP program.
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The UTEP rifle team continues to climb up the rankings as they deliver strong performances. The team closed out by breaking the school record of overall aggregate score.

UTEP record-breaking performance falls short to No. 11 OSU in a ranked matchup

Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer December 4, 2024
No. 14 UTEP rifle took on No. 11 Ohio State (OSU) Nov. 23 and 24. Even with strong performances across the board, the Miners would go on to drop both days to OSU.
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According to the survey, which gathered responses from 1,782 students, 89% of students live off campus.

SGA survey highlights ongoing frustrations over parking

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter December 4, 2024
A recent Student Government Association survey showed students’ dissatisfaction with UTEP’s current parking system and high permit cost, leaving many students to look for alternative parking options and call for a change.
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Beetlejuice toured at the Plaza Theater in Downtown El Paso from Nov. 26 until December 1.

El Paso was ready for a show about death, Beetlejuice: The Musical

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter December 3, 2024
Beetlejuice is an absurd form of visual entertainment, with actors that further the story's ridiculously high creativity. But nothing was lost in translation when shifting Tim Burton’s story to the musical stage.
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The County Attorney’s office filed a suit Feb. 23 against RCI Holdings, former owners of Jaguars and current owners of Chicas Locas.

Legal Battle Ends: El Paso County and Chicas Locas reach preliminary agreement

Alyda Muela, Web Editor December 3, 2024
A court hearing was held Nov. 25 that resulted in a tentative settlement between El Paso County and newly established Chicas Locas Bikini Bar. A finalized agreement will be presented to a judge on Dec. 6.
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UTEP football players play defense against NMSU.

Texas reclaims the I-10, UTEP beats NMSU in Las Cruces

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter December 3, 2024
UTEP went to Las Cruces on a mission to avenge last year's loss to New Mexico State University and create hope for a fanbase desperate to believe. Despite a 24-7 deficit, the Miner’s mission was a success.
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Dimel was UTEP’s 26th football head coach in program history and held the job for six seasons.
Photo courtesy of The Prospector archives.

Dana Dimel, former UTEP football head coach, passes away at 62

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter December 3, 2024
Dana Dimel, former UTEP football head coach, has passed away at 62.
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Tim Hernandez’ book, “They Call You Back” opened to a chapter about his journey to Mexico without a translator and the lesson it taught him.

A ‘No Sabo’ parent’s perspective on cultural identity

Dominique Macias, Staff Photographer November 27, 2024
One thing about the Spanish language people often forget is how it can hold a lot of trauma and generational pain. There is so much to consider than just the no sabo kids in this generation.
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Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

UTEP football suffers colossal defeat to No. 7 team Tennessee Volunteers, 56-0

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter November 26, 2024
UTEP went on the road to take on college football powerhouse Tennessee. The Volunteers’ playoff hopes were hanging by a thread, and they played like it. For the Miners, it’s time to regroup as the Battle of I-10 awaits.
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UTEP defeats Liberty with a commanding performance, moving on to the C-USA semifinals.

UTEP volleyball exits C-USA tournament in the semifinals

Sofia Sierra, Sports Editor November 26, 2024
After a much-anticipated Conference-USA (CUSA) tournament, UTEP volleyball fell after a tough battle to New Mexico State University in the semifinals.
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Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

UTEP men’s basketball stuns UCSB Gauchos

SalmaPaola Baca, Photo Editor November 25, 2024
Editor’s note: This recap is not the most recent game for UTEP men’s basketball.
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