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The Prospector

The Prospector Podcast – Season 6, Episode 2

Anahy Diaz, Multimedia Editor February 8, 2022

On this week’s special love episode of The Prospector Podcast, reporter Alyson Rodriguez talks to UTEP students about the hardships of dating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Katrina Villarreal tells us the story of legend Jim Forbes, a beloved former...

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However you decide to spend your Valentine’s Day, make it a memorable and fun day by attending one of the many events happening in the city.

No broken heart? Here’s how you can celebrate this weekend of romance

Paulina Astrid Spencer, Staff Reporter February 10, 2020

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you might be in a panic trying to decide how to spend the day with your special someone or your best friends. The good news is that there are plenty of things to do on this romantic day throughout the city....

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The Tamarin monkeys at the El Paso Zoo will be fed cockroaches on Valentine's Day, as a part of their "Quit Bugging Me" event.

Broken heart? Here’s how you can get over your ex this Valentine’s Day weekend

Sasha Minjarez, Contributor February 10, 2020

Valentine’s Day may be a day to celebrate all things love, but for those who just went through a breakup, the thought of anything lovey dovey feels like a stab in the heart by cupid’s arrow. Here are a few things you can do this weekend to mend...

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OPINION: Being single is an unconscious decision I’ve made my whole life

OPINION: Being single is an unconscious decision I’ve made my whole life

Bryan Mena, Entertainment Editor February 10, 2020

Research shows that the number of single people in the United States increased by a surprising 58% within the past 30 years — a growing club I’ve been a part of every single Valentine’s Day throughout my life.   There are probably several psychological...

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Mirror mirror on the wall

Mirror mirror on the wall

Elliot Luna, Cartoonist February 14, 2019

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Marty Robbins Recreation Center hosts Valentine’s Day Arts & Crafts Fair

Marty Robbins Recreation Center hosts Valentine’s Day Arts & Crafts Fair

Jaqueline Martinez, Contributer February 12, 2019

El Paso Parks and Recreation hosted a Valentine’s Day Arts and Crafts Fair Saturday, Feb. 9, at the Marty Robbins Recreation Center. The market consisted of 10 different vendors that provided a variety of homemade gifts and crafts. The vendors each...

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valentine gift box surrounded with candy hearts.

Prospy picks: Netflix’s best Valentine’s Day episodes for a night in

Catherine Ramirez, Entertainment Editor February 12, 2019

With Valentine’s Day around the corner officially the season of love is upon us. Whether you have a significant other, or not, you’re beginning to plan what Valentine’s Day. When most people think of Valentine’s Day, plans of elaborate and costly...

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SGA holds Valentine's themed fest at the Union Breezeway

SGA holds Valentine’s themed fest at the Union Breezeway

Daniel Mendez, Staff Reporter February 15, 2018

On Feb. 14,  SGA hosted its second annual “SGA Loves UTEP” at the Union breezeway from 11 to 2 p.m where students could pass by to enjoy of the different booths and activities  The Valentine’s Day-themed carnival filled with a kissing photo...

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valentine gift box surrounded with candy hearts.

The perfect last-minute gift ideas for procrastinators

Aylin Tafoya, Contributor February 12, 2018

Maybe you were waiting for payday,  maybe you completely spaced out, or maybe you were purposely waiting for this list to come out. But with Valentine’s Day less than 24 hours away, here are some ideas for the procrastinators of the world who have...

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Damian Padilla adjusts his boyfriend Angel Garcia’s bow tie. The two met during high school and they have been together since.

High school sweethearts continue sharing their passion at UTEP

Claudia Flores, Entertainment Editor February 12, 2018

High school sweethearts usually don’t last forever, especially after starting college. However, some couples make an effort to stay together beyond the realms of high school. “I was supposed to go to Andress High School and he was supposed to go...

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Remorse from the other guy

Remorse from the other guy

Jeremy Carranco, Sports Editor February 12, 2018

I’ve been cheated on and I can say it hurts. However, I’ve never cheated on anyone, so I have an inexperienced perspective on what goes on inside the cheater’s mind. Growing up, I had my fair share of crushes, but as I got older there was this...

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Chicks before dicks:  Celebrating Galentine’s Day

Chicks before dicks: Celebrating Galentine’s Day

Leslie Sariñana, Entertainment Editor February 10, 2017

Even if you don’t celebrate Valentine’s Day and claim to be too cool for it, the stress of the holiday still manages to get to you. If you’re like me, you overthink everything that happens that day and end up disappointed every year. February...

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