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Activists marched from Mundy Park to San Jacinto Plaza on Earth Day, April 22, 2017, for the National March for Science.

March for Planet Earth is taking over downtown

Jake Deven, Staff Reporter April 16, 2018

This Earth Day, the Frontera Water Protection Alliance is hosting March for Planet Earth, which will begin at Centennial Plaza and end at San Jacinto Plaza on Sunday, April 22, at 8 a.m. The march, which has been six months in the making, is meant to...

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Closeup portrait woman hand throwing empty plastic water bottle in recycling bin.

What TO and what NOT TO recycle

Rene Delgadillo, Multimedia Editor April 16, 2018

How many times have you seen your neighbor throw the pizza box in the blue bin that is supposed to be used to recycle? Well, according to the Environmental Services Department this is among many of the reasons why the average rate of contamination in...

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The Prospector Sports Weekly Podcast - UTEP softball's Kaitlin Ryder and Courtney Clayton

The Prospector Sports Weekly Podcast – UTEP softball’s Kaitlin Ryder and Courtney Clayton

Mike Flores, Daniel Mendez, and April 16, 2018

https://soundcloud.com/user-479248766/the-prospector-sports-weekly-podcast-utep-softballs-kaitlin-ryder-and-courtney-clayton Join The Prospector Sports Weekly Podcast as they bring on UTEP softball's Kaitlin Ryder and Courtney Clayton to...

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The Rhinos won their third Thorne Cup in franchise history on Sunday.

Rhinos beat Ogden to claim third Thorne Cup crown

Jeremy Carranco, Sports Editor April 15, 2018

The El Paso Rhinos put the cherry on top of a magical 2017-18 season with a 3-2 win over the Ogden Mustangs at a sold out El Paso County Events Center on Sunday, securing the franchise's third Thorne Cup title. Western States Hockey League (WSHL) Tournament...

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Chihuahuas fall to Vegas in game one

Chihuahuas fall to Vegas in game one

Prospector Staff April 14, 2018

The El Paso Chihuahuas were held to two hits in their 7-1 loss to the Las Vegas 51s Friday night at Southwest University Park. It tied the team record for fewest hits in a game. The 51s scored twice in the first inning, marking the fourth consecutive...

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Miners preview team with new offense in annual spring game

Miners preview team with new offense in annual spring game

Adrian Broaddus, Copy Editor April 14, 2018

In front of a decent crowd, the Miners debuted their new team to conclude their spring season, as the Orange beat Blue 20-13 in the Sun Bowl on Friday night. Kai Locksley led the way on offense, completing 11-of-17 passes for 119 yards, and Walter Dawn...

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The GECU Terrace will feature club seats, loge boxes, a cantina and concessions, social spaces and restrooms. The renovations include the addition of walkways, which will allow for crowd flow.

Sun Bowl renovation expected to be completed by Sept. 2019

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter April 13, 2018

After 55 years, UTEP and GECU will partner up on a “New Vision” for Sun Bowl renovations. The renovations will include facelifts for a new press box, Sky Lounge, concourse, premium seating, elevators, modernized fan amenities, and upgraded restrooms,...

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The Educators: Episode One: Kathy Flores

The Educators: Episode One: Kathy Flores

Javier Cortez, Editor April 13, 2018

https://soundcloud.com/user-479248766/the-educators-kathy-flores Join Javier Cortez as he debuts The Prospector's newest podcast, The Educators. This is a podcast highlighting educators all around and letting them share their stories on the forefront....

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Right fielder Jabari Blash high fives manager Keith Johnson on his way to home base after hitting a home-run on the Chihuahuas opening night on Tuesday April 10 at Southwest University Park.

Bees swarm Chihuahuas in El Paso’s home debut

Adrian Broaddus, Copy Editor April 11, 2018

  After shutting out Las Vegas 14-0 on Monday, the Chihuahuas dropped their home opener in a huge fashion, losing 14-1 against the Salt Lake Bees on Tuesday night. In front of 9,231 packed fans, the Chihuahuas fell to 4-2 overall on the...

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A new wave of fitness hits El Paso

A new wave of fitness hits El Paso

Isaiah Ramirez, Contributor April 10, 2018

Different and unique compared to other gyms, RKU Athletics brings in an atmosphere of one collective unit that works toward helping one another reach his or her goals—a rare thing to find in gyms across El Paso. RKU’s gym is considered a family-based...

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The Texas Country Music Fest is ready for the Sun City

Aylin Tafoya, Contributor April 10, 2018

  The Texas Country Music Fest is coming to El Paso County Coliseum on Saturday, April 14, 2018. It is considered a key stop on the Texas country music circuit.   The concert extravaganza features various country music artists with...

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Emilie LaRocque (left) and Ariana Galarza (right) will graduate in the fall with their bachelor’s degree in kinesiology.

UTEP students find their passion through athletic training

Jeremy Carranco, Sports Editor April 9, 2018

For trainers across the nation, the main responsibility is to care for injured athletes in a quick manner, while also helping them maintain and build a healthy lifestyle. Emilie LaRocque and Ariana Galarza, both senior athletic trainers at UTEP studying...

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