The major US cities with the most animal lovers
Which city loves animals the most? Stacker calculated which major metro areas have the highest share of pet owners using data from the Census Bureau.
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City of El Paso announces the new Director for the Mexican American Cultural Center
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso has announced El Pasoan Rebecca Munoz as the new Director for the Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC). Munoz begins her new role as the Director of the MACC effective immediately. The new center, which is a part of the Museums and Cultural Affairs Department (MCAD),
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States with the most drunk driving fatalities
Monge and Associates cited data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to identify states with the highest rate of drunken driving fatalities.
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Community Champion: El Paso Figure Skating Club crowned World Champions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Figure Skating Club just competed in the 2023 World Championships in Boston and they placed first overall in the team category. The El Paso club was one of 46 teams that competed in the four day competition, skating past all of them to be crowed World Champions.
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Why the hippie van is making a comeback in the 21st century
Way.com explores the cultural legacy and incredible comeback of the Hippie Van.
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How your dog's nutritional needs change as they age
Ollie curated a guide to help you understand your dog’s nutritional needs at different stages of life, consulting with veterinary experts and using leading pet health resources.
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What does the best coffee from 10 regions around the world taste like?
Where coffee is grown affects its flavor. Home Grounds looked into the flavor profiles of coffee from 10 different regions, drawing on coffee experts, news reports, and other sources.
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What to expect when adopting animals from El Paso’s Humane Society
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — If you have never adopted an animal before, the process may seem somewhat daunting. That’s why The Humane Society of El Paso said they want to make it as simple as possible. “Our adoption process at the Humane Society is pretty simple,” said Kim Lambert, the shelter’s animal care supervisor.
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Humane Society Telethon update: the results are in! Is El Paso Team Cat or Team Dog?
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After a week of El Pasoans voting for either Team Cat or Team Dog, The Humane Society of El Paso has announced our city’s preference; El Paso is a dog town! The competition was a part of the Human Society’s 30th annual Happiness Happens Here Telethon, in partnership with ABC-7.
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“Back to School” fair in Juarez gives parents different options to prepare for new school year
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The new school year in Juarez is just around the corner, and local parents keep looking for school supplies for their kids. In an event organized by several Mexican federal government divisions in Juarez, the Feria del Regreso a Clases 2023 will be celebrated at the city’s Parque Central. It offers
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Luby’s location opening at the El Paso County Courthouse, company confirms
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Multiple sources have confirmed that Luby’s is set to open a new location in Downtown El Paso, at the El Paso County Courthouse, soon. Luby’s employee Teresa Brady responded to an inquiry from ABC-7 about the new Luby’s. “We are actually having a soft opening for their employees and the
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Horses, birds infected with West Nile Virus in Doña Ana County
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — Eight horses and two birds have been infected with the West Nile Virus in Doña Ana County, as well as Los Alamos, Sandoval, Santa Fe, Sierra, Taos, Torrance, Union, and Valencia Counties. Eight more cases of WNV have been confirmed in humans across New Mexico, raising this year’s count
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Community Champion: Eastwood grad wins gold (twice) at U20 Pan American Games
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — George Garcia’s journey to gold didn’t start on Eastwood’s track, instead it began in Trooper gym. “There’s no way you could have wrote this story,” Garcia said. The now 19-year-old first started playing basketball at age four. He was on the Troopers varsity team for three years, even helping them
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Carlsbad Caverns to celebrate 100th anniversary
CARLSBAD, New Mexico (KVIA) — In October, Carlsbad Caverns will celebrate 100 years of being a National Park, but the celebrations are already beginning at both the park and the city of Carlsbad. “I’m excited about the centennial,” says park ranger Mark Joop. “Having worked here 13 years, you have a set amount of tours,
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Digital age parenting and monitoring for Borderland parents
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — In todays digital age, children are constantly connected to the internet, especially as schools embrace technology. Technological advancements compliment education, but as parents this can be a cause of concern. The Family Online Safety Institute has a guide with “7 Steps to Good Digital Parenting.” Some of the most important things
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Inflation for pet expenses grew at twice the rate of other consumer products last year
Pet owners are feeling inflationary pressures more than non-pet owners. eTailPet examined the causes and how pet owners are dealing with rising costs.
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WIC Breastfeeding awareness campaign shares resources with El Paso nursing mothers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — To kick off National breastfeeding month Texas WIC is emphasizing breastfeeding for the month of August by sharing resources with nursing mothers. “Breastfeeding can be challenging,” said Nikki Morrow WIC Nutrition Education & Clinic Services Director. “How do I latch the baby? How often should I feed the baby? Am
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Biomass fermentation is creating another option for a meatless future
Thistle looked at the biomass fermentation industry and what it means for alternatives to animal agriculture using data from the Good Food Institute.
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Is tonight the night? Mega Millions jackpot reaches estimated $1.35 billion after months without a winner
Originally Published: 04 AUG 23 08:52 ET Updated: 04 AUG 23 15:08 ET By Jay Croft, CNN (CNN) — Friday night’s Mega Millions jackpot is estimated at $1.35 billion, which would be the second-highest jackpot ever for the multistate lottery. The cash payout for the jackpot would be $659.5 million, before applicable taxes. Tuesday’s drawing
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Volunteering and adopting at the Humane Society of El Paso
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — At the Humane Society, a community of animal lovers comes together to make a difference. Volunteering and adopting at the shelter is very easy and only takes a few steps. There are many ways to volunteer: Shelter volunteers work to clean and care for the animals, providing them with the
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Community Champions: Pebble Hills runner Mark Barajas wins national title at USATF Junior Olympic Championships
EL PASO, Texas – If at first you don’t succeed, try, and try again. That was Mark Barajas’ philosophy on his journey to becoming a national champion. Last week at the USA Track & Field Junior Olympic Championships in Eugene, Oregon, Barajas became a 3X All-American. Barajas had competed at the national competition before, but
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El Paso Zoo: Baby giraffe ready to meet the public
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Get ready to meet Obi the baby giraffe, El Paso! The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is inviting the public to meet the 3-month-old boy, his mom, Gigi, and father, Juma. Right now you can see mom and baby in the mornings from 9:00 to noon and dad in
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El Paso Humane Society wants to connect pets to community, to help mental wellness
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Animals have been used in therapy for quite some time, and some research shows that owning a pet can help improve your mental well-being. This weekend, the Humane Society of El Paso is hoping to connect pets in their care with forever homes. They provide a wide range of services
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Humane Society of El Paso says medical care for animals remains their “biggest challenge”
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — If you’ve ever adopted a dog or cat, you may not have thought about all of the medical care that the animal has already received, already paid for by the shelter beforehand. That essential medical care is what the Humane Society of El Paso says is their biggest challenge. The
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El Pasoan Ted Houghton appointed to Texas Historical Commission
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott appointed El Pasoan Ted Houghton to the Texas Historical Commission. The governor chose to reappoint three members, and added two new members, including Houghton. The new commission members will serve until February 1, 2029. The Commission provides guidance on projects, leads county historical commissions, societies, agencies, and
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Commonly used phrases with hidden meanings
Stacker compiled 25 commonly used phrases with hidden meanings using various news sources.
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Community Champions: Chapin grad Kristin Fifield shines for GCU softball team; named WAC top female athlete
EL PASO, Texas – Chapin graduate Kristin Fifield has adjusted very well at the collegiate level. A softball player at Grand Canyon University, Fifield was recently named the Western Athletic Conference’s (WAC) top female athlete of the year. She became the first female athlete at the school to win the award, and only the third
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Best coffee-growing countries in the world, according to experts
Home Grounds looked at the Coffee Quality Institute‘s ranking of the 16 countries with the best-tasting coffee, according to 1,229 coffee experts.
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Sunday Funday Moment: El Paso Barber Provides Sensory-Friendly Haircuts
El Paso, Texas — Getting that perfect haircut for the first day of school is important, but for many children on the spectrum, a simple haircut can be a struggle. One local barbershop is hoping to ease that struggle for parents by offering sensory friendly haircuts. For the past three years, local barber Edgar ‘Scissorhands’
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The City of El Paso offers free vaccines for children
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — As the school season approaches, the City of El Paso Public Health Department is taking proactive measures to ensure children are receiving their necessary vaccines. Dr. Hector Ocaranza, the health authority of The City of El Paso, describes vaccines as a life saving tool and encourages all eligible children to
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