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Blink-182 performs for the first time in El Paso at the Don Haskins Center on Tuesday, July 26.

Blink-182 makes memorable stop at the Haskins Center

Julia Hettiger, Entertainment Editor July 27, 2016

Pop punk band, Blink-182, landed in the Sun City for the first time for their “California” tour on July 26 along with the All-American Rejects and A Day to Remember. The bands’ performances drew in thousands of new and old fans on what would...

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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 “California” is the first album since lead singer and guitarist Tom Delonge left the band in 2015, having been replaced by Alkaline...

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Deerhoof is magical in new album “The Magic”

Deerhoof is magical in new album “The Magic”

Julia Hettiger, Entertainment Editor June 27, 2016

American experimental rock band Deerhoof released their latest album, “The Magic” on June 24. With 15 new songs and musical experiments, Deerhoof has breathed new life into their music, without losing any of their allure. The album begins...

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Red Hot Chili Peppers’ new album a ‘dark necessity’

Red Hot Chili Peppers’ new album a ‘dark necessity’

Julia Hettiger, Entertainment Editor June 21, 2016

The newest music from the Red Hot Chili Peppers can be described as a combination of both renewal and survival. In their new album, “The Getaway,” the Chili Peppers seemingly break the mold of their older work to fit in with what is popular on the...

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The Googoo Dolls Perform the second night of the 2016 El Paso Downtown Street Fest.

Goo Goo Dolls save second day of Streetfest

Julia Hettiger, Entertainment Editor June 19, 2016

By the time the sun set on Saturday, many festival-goers had gathered on San Antonio street to watch day two of Streetfest’s headliners, Collective Soul and the Goo Goo Dolls at the Budweiser stage. The second day to the annual festival brought...

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Band of Horses explores humor and loss in new album

Band of Horses explores humor and loss in new album

Julia Hettiger, Entertainment Editor June 14, 2016

American rock band Band of Horses released their fifth studio album, “Why are you OK?” on June 10. Although the album explores different themes and adventures than their previous albums, Band of Horses loses none of its charm through their 12 new...

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The Far Empty book cover and writer J. Todd Scott

‘The Far Empty’ engages, but doesn’t deliver

Julia Hettiger, Entertainment Editor June 14, 2016

Fans of “The Far Empty” gathered on foldout chairs at Barnes and Noble on June 8 to meet the author, J. Todd Scott, for a Q&A session. The newly published author spent the session answering questions honestly and bashfully. It was as if he was...

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Kids-N-Co is a nonprofit theater dedicated to exposing youth in El Paso to theater life through classes, camps and performances.

UTEP students to teach Kids-N-Co summer camps

Julia Hettiger, Entertainment Editor June 7, 2016

Kids-N-Co is hosting a kinder summer camp for children ages 5 to 7 from June 13 to June 25. The goal of the camp, which will be taught by UTEP students, is to show young children the mechanics of putting on a theatrical performance and to encourage longtime...

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Dierks Bentley

Bentley is the new “Black”

Julia Hettiger, Entertainment Editor June 7, 2016

“Black,” a new album from country singer Dierks Bentley, is a raw, organic project from the seasoned artist that holds nothing back. Stepping away from traditional country-pop, the album uses acoustic music and black-and-white music videos that aid...

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Movies on the Lawn returns for the summer

Movies on the Lawn returns for the summer

Julia Hettiger, Entertainment Editor June 3, 2016

The Office of Student Life will be hosting Movies on the Lawn at 8:30 p.m. on Fridays throughout the month of June at Centennial Plaza. General admission is free, and a meal combo including a hotdog, soda and popcorn can be purchased for $5. June 3:...

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UTEP Dinner Theatre to hold auditions for ‘Priscilla’

UTEP Dinner Theatre to hold auditions for ‘Priscilla’

Julia Hettiger, Entertainment Editor May 26, 2016

The UTEP Dinner Theatre is hosting auditions for “Priscilla, Queen of the Desert” at 7 p.m., May 31 at the UTEP Dinner Theatre. Those interested in auditioning must prepare a song with a piano accompaniment. The sheet music is required, but a pianist...

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Rock band The Scorpions perform Tuesday, May 24, at the Don Haskins Center.

Scorpions bring the magic of the moment to the Haskins center

Julia Hettiger, Entertainment Editor May 24, 2016

The second the lights turned off at the Don Haskins Center, the crowd stood up straight, anticipating what was to come. The curtain dropped and the rock band, The Scorpions, took the stage, waiting only a split second to begin performing, and it took...

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The Alamo Drafthouse is located at 250 E. Montecillo in west El Paso and will officially open on May 6.

Long awaited Alamo Drafthouse to open in May

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 26, 2016

The Alamo Drafthouse will open on May 6 with the premiere of “Captain America: Civil War.” The theater is located at 250 East Montecillo in west El Paso. What makes Alamo Drafthouse different than other movie theaters is that it serves specialty...

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Ode Brewery, located at 3233 N Mesa St., serves growlers which allow customers to purchase large amounts of beer to take home.

Growlers a green alternative to aluminum cans and glass bottles

Julia Hettiger and Mike Vasquez April 19, 2016

Many local breweries have started to use growlers, specialized jugs made for carrying 32 or 64 ounces of beer. Growlers allow customers to purchase large amounts of beer to take home. They are also an alternative to purchasing aluminum cans or glass bottles,...

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Visitors enjoy playing a game of pong at the San Jacinto Plaza.

Newly remodeled San Jacinto Plaza reopens to the public

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 19, 2016

San Jacinto Plaza officially reopened on April 16 after three years of construction. The restoration includes ping pong tables, a splash pad and preservative measures for the famous Luis Jimenez alligator sculpture, “Los Lagartos,” after it suffered...

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Adam West, as seen in the 1960’s Batman television series will appear at this years El Paso Comic Con, on April 15.

El Paso Comic Con coming back to El Paso

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 12, 2016

The El Paso Comic Con is returning to El Paso on April 15 at the El Paso Convention Center as a three-day event. This year’s lineup includes actors Adam West and Burt Ward, who played Batman and Robin on a 1960s’ television show, and Kevin Eastman,...

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The Institute of Percussive Arts is a program to help high school students interested in percussion arts.

Institute of Percussive Arts prepares high school students for college

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 5, 2016

High school students in El Paso now have the opportunity to hone their percussion skills through a student-run program at UTEP. The Institute of Percussive Arts, an initiative under UTEP and the mentorship of music professor Larry White, aims to help...

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The Groovy Smoothie Café is located inside of Push Fitness Gym and offers a variety of smoothies for people looking for healthier options.

Groovy Smoothie offers healthy options

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter March 29, 2016

The Groovy Smoothie Café, a smoothie and juice bar located inside of Push Fitness Gym, offers a variety of options for people looking for the health benefits of fruits and vegetables. As an alternative to coffee, healthier options include all-natural...

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Hotel Paisano is a great place for students on a budget to get away to in Marfa, Texas for spring break.

Traveling close by for spring break

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter March 1, 2016

For some students, spring break does not mean traveling to South Padre Island or Cancun. Many students who find themselves in a financial bind, or who would rather stay close to home, turn to alternatives around El Paso to spice up their spring break...

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“King Michael,” a musical tribute to Michael Jackson, will be presented at The Plaza Theatre on Feb. 27.

‘King Michael’ to honor Michael Jackson at the Plaza Theatre

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter February 23, 2016

It’s been seven years since the King of Pop Michael Jackson passed away. Since then, many have vowed to honor his music in some way. “King Michael,”  a musical tribute to Jackson, will be presented at The Plaza Theatre on Feb. 27 in collaboration...

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Julian Maldonado, Lesley Lopez, Gabriela Moreno and Jeffery Quintana take part of the cast of “Oh! My Mozart” and “The Firebird.”

‘Firebird Ballet’ and ‘Oh! My Mozart’ bring a magical experience to UTEP

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter February 16, 2016

The UTEP Department of Theatre and Dance has done a whimsical job with their productions of “Oh! My Mozart” and Stravinski’s “The Firebird.” The productions, which are performed together but have no ties with each other, fuse together dance,...

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To celebrate National Pizza Day on Feb. 9, The Pizza Joint will offer students a free slice of pizza with a valid student I.D.

Local pizzarias embrace El Pasoan’s love for the dish

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter February 9, 2016

There is no truer love than pizza, and many local business owners have acted on their love for the dish by opening their own pizza restaurants. National Pizza Day is Feb. 9, and luckily, El Pasoan’s have various choices when ordering the Italian favorite....

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“The Bourbon and Whiskey Festival” will take place on Feb. 6 at the Sunland Casino Racetrack.

Bourbon and Whiskey Fest to hit the casino

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter February 2, 2016

El Paso has had their share of festivals celebrating the many different beers in existence, but the “Bourbon and Whiskey Festival” will be different. The Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino will be hosting a festival celebrating bourbon and whiskey...

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Spirit Animals is the title of the coloring book illustrated by Carlos Gonzalez.

MindCanvis coloring books promote interactive art

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter January 26, 2016

While some may take up exercising or knitting, many have found the old childhood ritual of coloring can be a relaxing way to unwind after a day of stress. Artist Carlos Gonzalez, art director at MindCanvis Publishing, has brought the fun back to coloring...

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David Bowie leaves lasting impression with final album

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter January 20, 2016

On Jan. 8, the day he turned 69, Bowie released his 27th studio album, “Blackstar,” which marked his 54 years in the music industry. In the second album of his newest musical era, Bowie dabbled with jazzy undertones and profound lyrics, which are...

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The fifth annual A Chocolate Affair will be held on Thursday, Jan 28 at the Camino Real Hotel.

Annual ‘Chocolate Affair’ to sweeten the town again

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter January 20, 2016

Chocolate candies and desserts from vendors around the El Paso community will allow the public to savor the many different flavor profiles of one of the most popular delicacies around the world—golden ticket not required. The fifth annual ‘A Chocolate...

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The annual Up All Night midnight breakfast will take place on Dec. 8 at the Union from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Up All Night helps alliviate stress from finals week

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter December 1, 2015

Finals week is known for students pulling all-nighters, downing energy drinks and having erratic sleep schedules, so it is no surprise that an event, which was become a UTEP tradition, is going to attract many students. To commence finals week, the Office...

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Senior art major Leah Tellez shows off a book she designed herself.

Graduating student pursues dream in illustration

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter December 1, 2015

For many students, college is a form of creative expression. These students take classes that inspire them to work outside the lines by working on projects that take their artistic ambitions to the next level. Leah Tellez, an art major who is graduating...

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Female artists band together for ‘Artistas Femeninas’ event

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter November 17, 2015

In the middle of Texas Street on a cool Saturday night, female painters, craft makers, dancers and singers gathered to celebrate love and feminism through art and performance.   The eighth annual “Artistas Femeninas” took place at the San Carlos...

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Papa Pita will be serving this vegetarian opeion, a cumber sushi wrap with cream cheese and falafel inside.

Foodies take a bite out of El Paso

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter November 10, 2015

El Paso is a city with a wide variety of options when it comes to dining, to help highlight some of these local eateries, one event is hosting a dozen of them under one roof for El Pasoans to enjoy. KISS FM is hosting the fourth-annual “Taste of El...

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UTEP students reach their dream of opening fitness center

UTEP students reach their dream of opening fitness center

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter November 3, 2015

Inspired by their love for fitness and strong desire to give back to the community, three UTEP students have decided to pursue their dreams and have open their own gym. Peak Fitness, which had its grand opening on Oct. 31 at 5450 Hurd on the Westside...

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A local drag queen lip-synced to a disco medley during Queernival on Oct. 28 at the Union breezeway.

‘Queernival’ event brought LGBT and UTEP community together

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter October 31, 2015

[aesop_gallery id="12826"] As a way of commemorating lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered history month, the Student Engagement and Leadership Center hosted 'Queernival', an event that highlighted the efforts of the LGBT community and brought many...

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The Downtown El Paso Ghost Tour will take participants through the streets of downtown and conclude at the Old Wigwam Saloon .

Ghosts915 tour explores the haunted side of downtown

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter October 27, 2015

El Paso’s history is rich with spine-chilling and freakish occurrences, and the Ghosts915 Paranormal Research Center’s Downtown Ghost Tour explores the creepy places where many of these stories have taken place. Just in time for Halloween, the tour...

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Indian Food Festival brings exotic cuisine to the borderland

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter October 20, 2015

Indian food is prepared in a very different manner than more traditional border cuisine such as Mexican food, so if you haven’t yet tried Indian food, an upcoming event will give you the opportunity to try different Indian traditions in El Paso including...

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Cafe Central voted most romantic place in 2015 Pick Awards

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter October 13, 2015

There are many ideas for a romantic date such as stargazing or going to a movie, but many UTEP students find themselves taking their significant others to Café Central, a swanky downtown restaurant known for its ambience and green chili soup. After...

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Tricky Falls voted best music venue

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter October 13, 2015

All kinds of artists, from electronic dance music superstars and Green Day to the upcoming Blessthefall and Plain White T’s concerts, have been hosted at Tricky Falls, so it is no wonder they were voted best music venue in El Paso in this year’s Prospector...

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‘West Side Story’ to finally premiere at UTEP Dinner Theatre

‘West Side Story’ to finally premiere at UTEP Dinner Theatre

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter October 6, 2015

One of the most recognized and highly acclaimed musicals in Broadway history, “West side Story,” a timeless adaptation of “Romeo and Juliet” that was written by Arthur Laurents, with music by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, will...

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This year’s 2016 Student Government Association’s Texas themed Homecoming Pageant took place at Magoffin Auditorium on Sunday, Sept. 27.

Homecoming court shows off state and school spirit at pageant

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter September 29, 2015

Twenty-eight contestants competed for a spot in this year’s homecoming court, each displaying their school pride in unique ways. The wide array of contestants were brought together to show off their Miner pride by singing, dancing and much more. The...

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Junior wide receiver Jaquan White runs down the field in UTEP’s new uniforms.

The football look: what the player’s uniforms are all about

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter September 22, 2015

Many football fans are familiar with the rules, regulations and plays of football, but there are few who know the amount of work that goes on outside of the playing field. Maintaining a football player’s image and the cost of preserving a player’s...

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A 16 de septiembre celebration will take place in the Union Plaza on Sept. 15 beginning at 11:30 a.m.

16 de septiembre festivity to celebrate Mexican history and culture

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter September 15, 2015

September 16, 1810 marks Mexico’s declaration of independence from Spain, that would lead to a 11 year war against the Spanish. Two centuries later, their independence is still celebrated on the borderland. The Office of Student Life will be hosting...

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Leito Villalobos Gamboa sells his organic cosmetics at the TI:ME at Montecillo farmer’s market.

Vendors find nontraditional ways to make a living

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter September 15, 2015

TI:ME at Montecillo hosted their monthly farmer’s market on Sunday, Sept. 13, and drew in vendors from all over town. They sold a wide variety of things such as homemade makeup, fizzy bath bombs and food. Vendors had tables set up throughout the square,...

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The new vinyl store Mother of Pearl will host its block party event on Saturday September 12.

Mother of Pearl Block Party to celebrate its first year

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter September 8, 2015

One El Paso block party will be bringing in groups from San Francisco, Austin and Brooklyn as well as local artists such as Chuy Vuitton and Rico Ferri. Mother of Pearl, a vinyl record store located at 4935 Mesa, will be having their block party event...

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A UTEP student  orders at Pick N’ Shovel a new eatery located at the Union Building East .

UTEP welcomes new Pick ‘N’ Shovel eatery

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter September 8, 2015

It is a known fact that everyone needs to eat in order to produce enough energy to carry them through their day. UTEP students, faculty and staff are no exception. The Union Building East now features the brand-new Pick ‘N’ Shovel eatery to satisfy...

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Education graduate student, Rasmiyeh Asam demonstrates one of the yoga poses she teaches.

New study seeks correlation between yoga and stress

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter September 1, 2015

The goal of a new study at The University of Texas at El Paso is to evaluate the impact of yoga on the stress and anxiety levels of students and their academic focus. The study also aims to gain the students’ perspective on whether or not yoga was effective...

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La Parada celebrates five year anniversary

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter September 1, 2015

Every first Friday of every month for the last five years has been one where local musicians, artists and enthusiasts gather together to celebrate the art scene here in El Paso as one. Not many local events last long enough to become a regional tradition....

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Greek dolmades were served at this years Greek Fest.

The El Paso Greek Festival served up a good time

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter August 26, 2015

On Sunday, Aug. 23, my stepmom and I made our way to the El Paso Greek Festival on Festival Street. Housed inside giant white tents next to the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, the festival was home to a variety of food, booths and baklava-a Turkish...

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The Rubin Center welcomes three new exhibits that will run into late October.

The Rubin Center welcomes three new art exhibits

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter August 26, 2015

Three exhibits exploring landscapes in the southwest, contemporary art and architectural and public art will be hosted at the Rubin Center from now until Oct. 24. The exhibits feature art from photographer Victoria Sambunaris and artists Claire...

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Miner Welcome expanded to two weeks as fall begins

Miner Welcome expanded to two weeks as fall begins

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter August 25, 2015

To commemorate the beginning of the school year, the Office of Student Life is putting on its annual welcome back festival to greet new and returning students. The celebration will take place the first two weeks of classes, Aug. 24 through Sept. 4. Miner...

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Einstein Bros Bagels is located at the UTEP Bookstore.

With the start of the fall semester, certain places are ideal for studying

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter August 25, 2015

As the semester commences, students will be searching for the perfect place to study. From cafés and teashops, to the library and secret studying hideouts, UTEP and its surrounding areas have an array of different places to go cram before a test or get...

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Rick Moranis stars in the 1986 film Little Shop of Horrors, which was screened on Friday at the eight annual Plaza Theater Classic Film Festival.

‘Oh Mama!’ ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ dazzles at the Plaza Theatre

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter August 18, 2015

Last week, the eight annual Plaza Classic Film Festival came to a close on Sunday. Before it screened its last film, the festival hosted the cult classic “Little Shop of Horrors” starring Rick Moranis and Ellen Greene. The film follows a plant shop...

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The motion picture Pixels stars Adam Sandler and Kevin James as a pair of video game enthusiasts who fight off alien video arcade game enemies trying to destroy the planet.

Both “Pixels” and Sandler “catatostrophic”

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter August 5, 2015

It’s game over for Adam Sandler in the new motion picture "Pixels." I saw "Pixels," starring Sandler and Kevin James with my father, younger sister and kid cousin, and I can tally the number of times we collectively laughed without running out of...

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Our Friend The Mountain creates music that transcends from rock to indie while mixing folk and alternative as well.

Our Friend The Mountain fuses genres for a unique style

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter July 21, 2015

Brought together while attending UTEP, one local band has impacted the El Paso music scene, blossoming into a prominent band in the city. Their music transcends from rock to indie while mixing folk and alternative as well. Omar Cuellar, lead vocalist...

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The Pistoleros de San Elizario re-enacted the historic Billy the Kid jailbreak tale in June.

‘Pistoleros’ celebrates El Paso’s history with Billy the Kid reenactments

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter July 14, 2015

The legend of Billy the Kid, one of the Southwest’s most famous historical figures, is being kept alive and well by a local troupe. Now, 134 years since his death, the legend continues with the Pistoleros de San Elizario monthly reenactments of the...

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Pippin’ will be performed from July 10 through July 16.

Dinner Theatre to debut ‘Pippin’

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter July 7, 2015

A play based on a prince’s uplifting journey will be coming to the UTEP Dinner Theatre. The Tony-award winning play tells the story about a heir to a throne who is on an epic search for happiness. “Pippin”will be directed by Greg Taylor, associate...

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[Video] Insights Museum reopens after 2013 demolition

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter June 30, 2015

Electrifying energy, the Tesla coil, and more return with the re-opening of an old El Paso favorite at a new location. Now under a new name, The Insights Science Center, formally the Insights Museum, has returned after its demolition in 2013 and....

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El Paso’s Joe Barron is a country band that has been playing shows at local establishments since 2011.

Joe Barron Band gives the country music scene a new beat

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter June 23, 2015

What began as two bands playing together has resulted in one of El Paso’s fastest rising stars. Having shared a stage with musicians such as The Josh Abbot Band and Kenny Rogers, the local band and assayer of country music has taken El Paso by storm. The...

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Invertebrate Jaws explores the jaws of creatures

‘Invertebrate Jaws’ explores the jaws of creatures

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter June 17, 2015

Many animals have bones and make their presence known, but there is a whole other world of boneless, invisible to the naked eye animals that roam this Earth. A UTEP professor has researched animals that are less than a millimeter long and that needed...

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Daniel Fuentes, digital media production graduate, will participate in the Ghostlight Creative 48-Hour Film Festival.

Festival challenges local filmmakers to produce film in 48 hours

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter June 16, 2015

Most films take months or even years to be produced. Some films  take years just to be conceptualized. However, one local film festival will challenge this notion. The Ghostlight Creative 48-hour Film Festival will challenge local filmmakers to work...

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‘Viva! El Paso’ will will begin Sat. Aug. 8 at McKelligon Canyon.

‘Viva! El Paso’ returns after year-long hiatus

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter June 9, 2015

An El Paso tradition that uses dancing, singing and narration to illustrate El Paso’s culture and history is returning to the Sun City after a year-long absence. “Viva! El Paso”  began running in 1978 when it was first performed by the Los Pobres...

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Chuco Soul Project performs at the State Line.

Chuco Soul Project gives local music a fresh vibe

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter June 9, 2015

Many bands form through mutual interest in music amongst friends and acquaintances. Others bands are brought together by talent scouts. Some bands simply get together at someone’s garage and jam out on their instruments, not looking to pursue anything...

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Senior political science major, April Rumgay was awarded $5,000 to study in Turkey with an additional $3,000 supplement to study the Turkish language during her study abroad trip this summer.

Students awarded scholarships to study abroad

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter May 5, 2015

This semester, a few UTEP students were awarded the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study abroad. The scholarship is awarded to more than 2,700 students every semester nationwide. The scholarship’s purpose is to aid students to study...

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UTEP students speak to high schoolers about the importance of education

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter May 5, 2015

Student members of the many organizations at UTEP have been talking to high school students about the importance of college with the goal of motivating students to apply at places of higher education. These organizations inform students about financial...

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The 2015 Texas Showdown Festival will take place July 17, 18 and 19 at the El Paso County Coliseum.

Fifth-Annual Texas Showdown Festival to be in El Paso

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 28, 2015

The Texas Showdown Festival, an annual tattoo and music festival, will take place this year from noon to midnight July 17, 18 and 19 at the El Paso County Coliseum. The festival will feature professional tattoo artists as well as more than 20 famous...

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Cantina Malolam is a restaurant and bar, known for their different way of serving Mexican food.

Cantina offers a tasty twist on Mexican food

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 28, 2015

Tucked in the center of a cultural hub, Cantina Malolam is a new, hip Mexican restaurant located on 5001 N. Mesa. My mom and I ate there on a Saturday night, during one of their busier times, but the service was still good and I was not disappointed. The...

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The El Paso Downtown Artists and Farmers Market takes place every Saturday at the Union District Plaza.

Local markets celebrate Earth Day with homegrown crops

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 21, 2015

In an effort to benefit the Earth and stay healthy, many people grow their own crops and sell what they grow at farmers markets. There are multiple farmers markets in the El Paso and Las Cruces areas, including Sprouts Farmers Market, the El Paso Downtown...

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The 2018 FloraFEST native plant sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  on April 28 and 29, at the UTEP Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens.

FloraFEST fundraiser to benefit Chihuahuan Desert Gardens

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 21, 2015

The UTEP Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens will be hosting the 2015 FloraFEST native plant sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26 at the Centennial Museum. FloraFEST is an annual fundraiser held to raise money...

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Doctoral candidate, Maricarmen Vizcaino demonstates the yoga she teaches to UTEP faculty and staff members.

Doctoral student’s research explores the impact of yoga on diabetes

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 14, 2015

Maricarmen Vizcaino, doctoral candidate in UTEP’s Interdisciplinary Health Sciences program, is writing her dissertation on the impact of yoga on people who have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Vizcaino, a certified yoga instructor, has been teaching...

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Casa Pizza is located at 1311 Magruder St. in Central El Paso.

Casa Pizza offers a unique twist on Greek and Italian food

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 14, 2015

I had the opportunity to eat at Casa Pizza, located at 1311 Magruder St. The restaurant offers a quirky mash-up of Greek and Italian cuisine. My feelings toward the experience are just as mixed as the options on their menu. The restaurant rests in a...

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The Mighty Mujer Triathlon, an all-women triathlon, will take place April 18 at Memorial Park in Central El Paso.

Mighty Mujer Triathlon to benefit Center Against Family Violence

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 7, 2015

Race El Paso will host the Mighty Mujer Triathlon, an all-women triathlon that will take place at 7:30 a.m. April 18 at Memorial Park. The race will involve swimming, biking and running, and will consist of two different components: a sprint and a super...

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Senior music theory and composition major, Roberto Loya lifts weights at the UTEP recreation center

Risky bodybuilding substances damage brain performance

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 1, 2015

Bodybuilding, the practice of strengthening and enlarging  the muscles of the body through exercise, can affect the mental and physical health of people by teaching discipline and helping people to concentrate and focus. When the body is indulged in...

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A student meditates on open grass at Centennial Plaza.

Going natural in alleviating mental illness

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 1, 2015

There are many natural ways to cure and treat mental illness, such as meditation, dieting and the use of acupuncture and special herbs. Meditation is the act of training the mind to achieve different modes of consciousness to realize a benefit or to...

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Martinis,  Manicures and Music Fundraiser will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. April 2 at Ardovinos Desert Crossing, located at 1 Ardovinos Dr. in Sunland Park, N.M        .

Martinis and manicures to benefit women’s homeless shelter

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter March 24, 2015

Ardovino’s Desert Crossing will be hosting a Martinis, Manicures and Music fundraiser, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on April 2. Ardovino’s Desert Crossing is located at 1 Ardovinos Dr. in Sunland Park, N.M. There is a $40 admission fee and 25 percent...

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5K run to benefit brain injury survivors

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter March 17, 2015

The El Paso Brain Injury Support Group will be having their fourth annual 5K walk and run on March 21, at Ascarate Park. The run will begin at 8 a.m. with packet pickup taking place between 7 a.m. to 7:45 am. All proceeds will benefit The El Paso Brain...

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Alternative ways for students to stay in shape

Alternative ways for students to stay in shape

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter March 17, 2015

There are many nontraditional ways to exercise, such as rock climbing and simulated surfing. Sessions Climbing is a rock-climbing fitness center and facility that provides rock-climbing instructions and guides, and the company is currently working on...

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Free taxi services help keep students safe this spring break

Free taxi services help keep students safe this spring break

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter March 3, 2015

No DUI El Paso is a taxi service that will pick up and drop off inebriated patrons in the El Paso area free of charge. Tyler Rouse founded the initiative on May 2012, the operations began on Oct. 5, of the same year. Fort Bliss soldiers and El Paso citizens...

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According to the University of the Sciences, one in four college-aged women will be date raped or experience an attempted date rape during her college years.

New way to track down date rape during spring break

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter March 3, 2015

Students at North Carolina State University have come up with a possible solution to prevent date rape through a common accessory-nail polish. Date rape drugs, including gamma-hydroxybutyric acid also known as GHB, rohypnol and ketamine, all have become...

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Vagina Monologues hope to end violence against women

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter February 25, 2015

V-day will be hosting their annual production of “The Vagina Monologues” by Eve Ensler on April 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 and 24, and productions will be offered  in both English and Spanish. The play follows six diverse women on a journey of a forbidden...

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Potbelly’s prepares for National Chili Day

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter February 25, 2015

Potbelly Sandwich Shop is celebrating National Chili Day by serving UTEP students free chili on Feb. 26. They will be serving free six-ounce cups of chili from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at both of their El Paso locations, 2900 N. Mesa St. and 1373 George Dieter...

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Altar’d State is a religious-themed fashion store located at the Foutains at Farah shopping mall in east El Paso.

Religion has an impact on fashion

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter February 24, 2015

Altar’d State, a religious-themed fashion store, opened their doors at the Fountains at Farah in November 2013. Altar’d State is known for selling clothing and accessories in a religious environment and providing customers the opportunity to pray...

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Students express themselves through fashion

Students express themselves through fashion

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter February 23, 2015

Fashion trends sweep the nation in different ways. While cowboy boots are highly popular in Tennessee and sundresses in California. El Paso has its own unique style. Whether it is dressing up for a night out or dressing for a typical school day. UTEP...

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The college chica workshop will be held Feb.21 at the Mike Loya Services building.

Girl empowerment comes to UTEP

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter February 17, 2015

Latinitas, an organization that works  to empower young Latina girls, will be collaborating with UTEP to host their College Chica Workshop. The purpose of the workshop is to explain the importance of college through campus visits, presentations and other...

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The Inn of  the Mountians Gods will be having a Stupid Cupid Glow Party for singles.

Single or Taken there’s a place for you on Valentine’s Day

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter February 10, 2015

Single or taken, there are many events taking place this Valentine’s Day, from yoga to concerts to singles parties. Venues in El Paso and the surrounding area have you covered. Michael Stuart, a salsa singer and actor, will be having a Chocolate Extravaganza...

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The Rubin Center is open Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Exciting year ahead for the Rubin Center

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter February 3, 2015

The Gerald and Stanlee Rubin Center for the Visual Arts will be having a series of events to start off the New Year to celebrate their 10th anniversary. The goal is to increase their audience size and engagement to educate students about national and...

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“The Body as a Canvas: History and Influence of Tattoo Art” is located at The Union Gallery, on the second floor of the student union building.

Local tattoo artists make their mark through exhibit

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter February 3, 2015

[youtube id="cxKG_aoSfqw"]“The Body as a Canvas: The History and Influence of Tattoo Art” exhibit is now on display at the Union Gallery, at the second floor of the Union Eastand will be up until Feb. 20. The exhibit was donated to UTEP by tattoo...

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The Goat House is located at 820 N. Mesa in the same building as The Red Door Vintage, Boogie Woogie Boutique and West Texas Tattoo.

Residents are now able to enjoy lunch while shopping

Julia Hettiger, Contributor January 27, 2015

The Goat House, a café and sandwich shop,  opened Jan. 6 at 820 N. Mesa in the same building as The Red Door Vintage, Boogie Woogie Boutique and West Texas Tattoo. The café has been open for two weeks and the owner said it has been doing well so far. “We’ve...

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The city’s most buzzed about concert is here

Julia Hettiger, Contributor January 20, 2015

Known for their pop-rap hits “I’m a Freak,” and “I Like It,” Pitbull and Enrique Iglesias will be making their way into the Don Haskins Center for a two-night event on Jan. 27 and 28. This will be the second time the duo has performed at the...

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