The El Paso Fire Department held a ceremony to celebrate the promotions of its firefighters and 911 Communications staff.

Three students from Northwest Early College High School received significant scholarships from UTEP, with one earning a full-ride Presidential Scholarship.

Sheriff Ugarte and EPCSOA agreed on a new contract improving operations, promotions, internal affairs, and training, effective from 2025 through 2028.

EPISD earned financial management awards from TASBO and ASBO for excellence in financial reporting and budget presentation, avoiding layoffs while reducing deficits.

El Paso Community College held a journaling workshop led by Professor Tony Procell, focusing on the practice as a tool for mental health, self-reflection, and personal growth.

Las Cruces is inspecting its 5,110 fire hydrants over several months to maintain its top ISO rating, which benefits locals with lower insurance rates. Residents may experience temporary water discoloration.

54 El Paso ISD students advance to the Texas History Day competition after excelling at a district event, with projects on various historical topics. Mrs. Kristen Shaver won the Outstanding Teacher Award.

El Paso ISD held a community retreat to support transitions resulting from school closures and redesigns, emphasizing building relationships and seamless integration of students and staff.

The Cashiering Program in the city will be closed temporarily on March 13, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will reopen the next day in a new location, with alternative payment options available during the closure.

El Paso ISD mariachi bands excelled at the UIL State Mariachi Festival, with Franklin High achieving a second straight Superior rating and three other schools earning Excellent ratings.

El Paso Community College launched an alcohol safety campaign for Spring Break, partnering with TxDOT and MADD, hosting events with information, games, and mocktail lessons to prevent drunk driving incidents.

The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library in Las Cruces is hosting a Spring Gardening Workshop on March 15, offering activities like making newspaper pots and seed balls.

Officials in Doña Ana County are initiating a voter roll cleanup to ensure database accuracy, with oversight by the Board of Registration and adherence to legal guidelines.