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The F1 Movie was met with mixed reactions, especially from female fans that felt the movie undermined the role of women in motorsports.

‘F1: The Movie’ feels like Brad Pitt fanfiction that wrongs female characters and fans

Ximena Cordero, Web & Copy Editor July 17, 2025
F1: The Movie” finally hit theaters after being one of the most anticipated films of the summer. While fans were waiting to point out technical inaccuracies and see if the sport had been sensationalized by Hollywood, there were bigger problems within the movie.
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Finding my voice through design

Finding my voice through design

Kahri Reyes, Audience & Engagement Editor July 15, 2025
I sought out opportunities to connect with others who shared my love for creativity and communication. I joined clubs, got involved on campus, and eventually found myself at The Prospector, where I found a space that allowed me to explore new sides of my creativity.
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The microphone sits in front of a mingling crowd at El Paso BWOMS’ open mic event at Proof & Press on Wednesday, July 9.

Barbed Wire Open Mic Series has the ‘write’ stuff

Evelyn Palma, Editor-in-Chief July 14, 2025
With roots from UTEP, nearly two decades later, Barbed Wire Open Mic Series continues to bring together performers and artists for professional development opportunities, providing a space for El Paso’s creative voices.
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DJ Topo Chica played a cumbia set at local El Paso bar Love Buzz on July 5. Local DJs could be found all over town on the weekends sharing music they love to connect with the community.

Keeping culture alive through the love of creation, the borders’ DJs

Jesie Garcia, Arts & Culture Editor July 14, 2025
El Paso’s binational culture creates unique perspectives shown through the city’s nightlife. DJs’ love for their roots spreads across their passion for art and music.
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Blood Dance will perform in El Paso for the first time on July 17 at Club 101 as they promote their debut album, “To Walk the Night.” Photo courtesy of Blood Dance.

Gothic rock band, Blood Dance, walks the night into El Paso

Ximena Cordero, Web & Copy Editor July 11, 2025
Gothic rock band Blood Dance will be visiting El Paso, Texas, on July 17 at The Living Room Lounge to perform their debut album, “To Walk the Night.”
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Two customers sit by one of the establishment's windows and share a conversation. Cocol’s success skyrocketed past Carlos’ initial expectation and is commonly hustling and bustling for brunch hours, especially on weekends.

Cafecito en Socorro: CoCol dedicate their love to family and delicious recipes

Jesie Garcia, Arts & Culture Editor July 10, 2025
CoCol is a coffee house in Socorro, Texas whose owner shows her love for family through her passion for food and beverages.
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Seven coffee shops are participating in the passport event which includes Mas y Menos.

Reviving El Paso’s local coffee scene one stamp at a time

Kahri Reyes, Audience & Engagement Editor July 10, 2025
Seven local coffee shops in El Paso have come together to launch a collaborative campaign aimed at increasing foot traffic and encouraging the community to support local coffee culture.
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Chihuahuas pitcher Wes Benjamin allowed 4 hits and struck out 3 batters which gave him a 5.76 ERA on June 27.

Chihuahuas take down Sugar Land in 5-1 series win.

Kristian Hernandez, Sports Editor July 10, 2025
The El Paso Chihuahuas took down the Sugar Land Space Cowboys 5-1 in their six-game series, putting them first in the Pacific Coast League East for the second half of the season.
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El Paso goes ‘loco’ for soccer success!

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor July 9, 2025

From one season to the next, The El Paso Locomotive have gone from last place in the United Soccer League Championship’s (USL) Western Conference, to fighting for a spot at the top of the table. New Head Coach, Wilmer Cabrera, former MLS coach and...

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Life through the lens

Life through the lens

Devin Nava, Contributor/Photographer July 8, 2025
Devin Nava is a digital media production student and photo contributor for The Prospector. He’s been telling stories through video since elementary school and now combines his love for music and media. Whether behind a drum-kit or a camera, Devin is always capturing and bringing ideas to life.
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While the Locomotive did have more scoring attempts, San Antonio came out with the victory.

El Paso’s ‘Crazy Train’ forced to a screeching halt by San Antonio

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor July 8, 2025
The El Paso Locomotive hosted in-state rival San Antonio FC at home on the United States of America’s 249th birthday to a record-breaking crowd of over 8,000 fans. But as fireworks took over the night sky, the Locos walked into their locker rooms reflecting on a heartbreaking loss.
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Summer Spin-off, Episode 2: Picking Up on 600 ESPN El Paso!

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor July 2, 2025

The Prospector Podcast continues spinning into summer by hosting radio personalities Steve Kaplowitz and Adrian Broaddus from 600 ESPN El Paso! They join Sebastian Perez-Navarro and Kristian Hernandez talking about everything UTEP and El Paso sports! Adrian...

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