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Youtube channels for productive procrastination

Youtube channels for productive procrastination

Eric Vasquez, Entertainment Editor October 4, 2016

Yes, you. Retying your shoes even though you’re sitting down, or gearing up for another Starbucks run because you swear all you need is an extra jolt of energy to get that paper done. We see you, we’re one of you, but studies show—and by studies...

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Skateboarders, longboarders and penny boarders often cruise between pedestrians on campus to get to class.

The skater and pedestrian: tips for coexistence

Eric Vasquez, Entertainment Editor September 27, 2016

The era of campus construction is finally over, and more students have been able to use alternative methods for commuting between classes. While bikes have always been a popular choice and hover boards are finally going out of style, this semester more...

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Mac Miller explores the spectrum of love on “The Divine Feminine”

Mac Miller explores the spectrum of love on “The Divine Feminine”

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor September 20, 2016

Mac Miller’s fourth studio album “The Divine Feminine,” is the prime rib of Mac’s discography and storied career. He is no longer the rapper talking about sipping lean or crazy college nights, but has evolved into a definite artist. Let’s admit...

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El Paso Opera kicks season off with benefit show

El Paso Opera kicks season off with benefit show

Eric Vasquez, Entertainment Editor September 13, 2016

The El Paso Opera held their annual benefit show this weekend to raise money for their upcoming fall productions. Showcasing internationally known singers, the benefit aimed to give the audience an example of the caliber of talent taking part in the city’s...

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Ditzy Duck, the W and Fool’s Gold are all recently opened bars located on the 200 block of Cincinnati Street.

New bars breathe life into Cincinnati Street

Andres Gallegos, Contributor September 13, 2016

It’s been more than a year since the buzz of Cincinnati Street died with Hemingway’s, Cincinnati Bar and Corner Tavern going out of business. These past few months, however, several new bars have opened to liven up the college area of yesteryear....

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A PLUR virgin experiences SCMF and the culture within it

Eric Vasquez, Entertainment Editor September 6, 2016

This weekend I was positive that PLUR was a verb,  or at the very least had something to do with the word “plural”, nothing close to the Peace Love Unity and Respect, the mantra of EDM festivals. I prefer my music to come from instruments, on stage,...

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UTEP fans support the Miners in the Gildan New Mexico Bowl.

Are football games worth going to?

Andres Gallegos, Contributor August 30, 2016

The UTEP football team ended their 2015 season 5-7 with no chances of a bowl game. This performance seemed to dissuade some students from spending their Saturday nights at the Sun Bowl. The Kugler era began in 2013 with a disappointing 2-10 record, but...

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Two festival goers swing to The Paladin. The band plays a country swing that allows dancers to triple step.

Rockabilly Riot brings ‘50s culture to Ascarate Park

Eric Vasquez, Entertainment Editor August 30, 2016

The Great American Rockabilly Riot held its fifth-annual show this weekend. Festival goers were able to check out more than 50 custom cars, motorcycles and vintage hot rods while bands played country swing, honky-tonk and rockabilly, all genres that can...

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Two young musicians perform at the 306 Sessions at Zeven Music Studios in Eastside El Paso as part of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series.

Barbed Wire Open Mic Series provides a stage for artists

Andria Granada, Staff Reporter August 23, 2016

The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series: A BorderSenses Event offers El Paso performers of different genres the opportunity to present and practice their acts for an audience throughout the city. The stage is open to anyone willing to sign up and has hosted a...

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Citizens enjoy cool weather, food and ice cream vendors at the intersection of Anthony Street and San Antonio Avenue in downtown El Paso.

Downtown farmers market a hub for local vendors

Stephanie Hinojosa, Contributor August 23, 2016

El Paso’s Downtown Artists and Farmers Market is the Sun City’s homegrown gem. Beginning in 2011 as a simple art market, the event has now blossomed into one of El Paso’s source for vendors who seek to sell their homegrown produce and crafts. Offering...

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The Avalanches make the wait well worth it

The Avalanches make the wait well worth it

Christian Vasquez, Staff Reporter July 12, 2016

It’s been 16 years since “Since I Left You” by The Avalanches melted near 3,500 samples with such intricacy that it was hard to tell where one ended and the other began. Since then, The Avalanches left us with relative silence only interrupted...

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Blink-182 returns with new album and tour

Blink-182 returns with new album and tour

Julia Hettiger, Entertainment Editor July 5, 2016

Five years after their last album, pop-punk band Blink-182 is back with “California,” which was released on July 1. “California” is the first album since lead singer and guitarist Tom Delonge left the band in 2015, having been replaced by Alkaline...

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