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Miners pluck Golden Eagles in conference matchup

Miners pluck Golden Eagles in conference matchup

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor January 29, 2016

The UTEP women’s basketball team extends their win streak to nine after defeating Southern Mississippi 72-64 on Thursday, Jan. 28, in the Don Haskins Center. The game allowed fans to enter the game for free, in part of the annual Pack the House...

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Prickly Elder is inviting with nostalgic decor

Jose Soto, Entertainment Editor January 26, 2016

It takes some creativity and originality to create a niche bar, especially in a city where the bar scene is growing. But one recently opened location has taken niche to another level.  Opening the door to the Prickly Elder on 916 N. Mesa Street, will...

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The 1966 NCAA Championship Texas Western team poses with trophy March 19, 1966.

The pride and joy of a basketball city

Amanda Guillen, Editor-in-Chief January 26, 2016

El Paso has been called a basketball city time and time again. UTEP’s basketball programs are touted as the gems of the athletic programs at the university. It all began with the Texas Western men’s 1966 NCAA basketball championship 50 years ago....

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UTEP women;s basketball has won eight straight games and is currently undefeated in Conference USA .

Women’s post best start in program history

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor January 26, 2016

A historic season in the making rolls on for the Lady Miners as they come home to face Southern Miss (Thursday, Jan. 28) and Louisiana Tech (Saturday, Jan. 30) in the Don Haskins Center. The Miners (16-1, 7-0 Conference-USA) are off to the best start...

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Despite second half comeback, Miners fall to FIU

Despite second half comeback, Miners fall to FIU

Juan Carlos Navarette, Reporter January 23, 2016

https://youtu.be/2vkhcIJVyiw

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Lil' Wayne performed for the first time in El Paso on Thursday, Jan. 21 at the El Paso Coliseum.

Lil’ Wayne performs for the first time in the Sun City

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor January 22, 2016

Kicking off the “Dedication Tour” at the County Coliseum, Lil Wayne and Rae Sremmurd made their first of 19 stops on Jan. 21. This is the first time Lil Wayne made a trip to the Sun City. He definitely made it a memorable one. While the first opener,...

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UTEP tops FAU in conference battle

UTEP tops FAU in conference battle

Juan Carlos Navarette, Reporter January 22, 2016

https://youtu.be/IxVjBtM7oDI

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Union gallery showcases '66 exhibit

Union gallery showcases ’66 exhibit

Adrian Broaddus, Spots Editor January 21, 2016

In preparation for the 50th anniversary of the 1966 men's basketball national championship, the union gallery will feature an exhibit titled "The Road to Glory." Brought by the office of student life, the gallery will run from Jan. 19 through Feb....

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UTEP Recreation Center will add 'Knocker Balls' to Intramural Programs

UTEP Recreation Center will add ‘Knocker Balls’ to Intramural Programs

Michaela Román, Photo Editor January 21, 2016

The UTEP Recreational Sports Department is adding Knockerball to their intramural program. As part of Miner Welcome Week, the Recreation Center will let students try out the knockerballs at Centennial Plaza. "The objective is you're playing soccer,...

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Roman Martinez's 'Star Wars Loteria' pieces are being sold at the Red Door Vintage, located 820 N. Mesa Street.

‘Star Wars Loteria’ helps local artist make a name for himself

Jose Soto, Entertainment Editor January 19, 2016

Editor's Note: Other examples of Star Wars Loteria have been circulated before Martinez's work. Although the origins have not been confirmed, it is speculated that first appearances of this kind of work can be found circa 2010 in Austin by artists such...

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The UTEP women's basketball team has won six in a row, and currently holds an undefeated conference record.

Women’s team hopes to extend their winning streak to seven

Juan Carlos Navarette, Staff Reporter January 19, 2016

The undefeated UTEP women will travel to Florida Atlantic on Thursday,  Jan. 21, in hopes to continue their undefeated conference record. For many, this season was considered a campaign to recover from last year’s disappointing 12-16 finish. The Miners...

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The Prospector’s Monday Night Playlist

January 18, 2016

Every Tuesday, The Prospector releases a print edition of our publication. This means a long day of work every Monday that usually carries on into late hours. Between editing stories, finding sources, designing pages and the occasional shout-match,...

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