EL PASO, Texas (KVIA-TV)—MPOX has been declared a global health emergency. The World Health Organization says a deadlier strain of M-pox is rapidly ongoing in Africa, reaching four largely unaffected countries. El Paso Health Authority explains what this means for the El Paso area. Helpful resources: https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/mpox/index.html https://www.who.int/health-topics/monkeypox#tab=tab_1
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County recently honored Marissa Teijo, a 72-year-old bodybuilder and pageant contestant, for her remarkable achievements and inspiring impact. Courtesy: Marissa Teijo Marissa Teijo and friends. Courtesy: Marissa Teijo According to Teijo, this recognition highlights her role in motivating women both nationally and internationally, particularly through her participation in
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EL PASO (KVIA) — If you go to the Heart Gallery of El Paso website at www.heartgalleryelpaso.org you can see a handful of amazing kids who hope to find a forever home. Whether it’s through nonprofits like Heart Gallery or not, Sylvia Pitcher, who works with Child Protective Services, breaks down what’s required to adopt
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA-TV)- Immunize El Paso is marking the month of National Immunization Awareness by holding mobile outreach clinics throughout the city. Mobile Outreach Clinics: The three stand-alone clinics are at 1400 George Dieter 79936, 6292 Trowbridge 79906, and 513 W. San Antonio 79901. · 8/20/24 – Eastlake High School (13000 Emerald Pass Ave,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Memorias del Silencio will hold a release party at the Mexican Consulate in El Paso on Thursday, August 22, 2024, to honor its 15th Volume. Memorias del Silencio is a project that provides creative writing workshops to migrant farmworkers and their families finishing their GED at El Paso Community College. Daniel Rios-Lopera, the project’s director, stopped by ABC-7 at
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EL PASO, Texas – ABC-7’s Bea Martinez spoke with two young athletes who are looking to compete at the next Olympic games. Amaris and Andres Cerra are a brother and sister duo who both compete in trap shooting and skeet shooting. For all their accomplishments, Amariz and Andres Cerra are this week’s Community Champions. Community
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UPDATE: Representative Mary Gonzalez — who represents House District 75, an area that encompasses much of eastern El Paso County — posted the following information on her Facebook page Tuesday afternoon: Our office is aware of Red Flour Beetle infestations in the district. These bugs do not pose a serious public health risk. They could
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA-TV)- The 2024 Harvest Wine & Music Festival returns over Labor Day weekend. The event will feature unlimited tastings of award-winning wines from New Mexico’s top vineyards, accompanied by non-stop music from some of the best bands in the state. With 19 winery brands representing 13 of New Mexico’s premier vineyards, attendees
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — My Plates has reintroduced embossed license plates to Texas after a 15-year break. Courtesy: MyPlates.com Starting in August 2024, Texans can order new “Premium Embossed” plates featuring classic designs such as Black & Yellow, reminiscent of the 1950s, as well as new Black & Gold and Blue & Gold options
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two sisters, Vanessa Ruiz and Liliana Cano, took a significant step at a young age by starting their own business. Their journey began years ago when their grandmother fell ill, prompting her to help friends with healthier food options. This initiative eventually led to their grandparents opening a healthy snack
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We’re experiencing temperatures 8-10 degrees above average, with another triple-digit day expected in the Borderland. Most lowland areas will see quiet weather through much of the week, but showers and thunderstorms will remain possible along and west of the Continental Divide, and in the mountains. By the end of the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This week, we’re experiencing unusually warm conditions with temperatures soaring to triple digits each afternoon. As the strong high-pressure system lingers over eastern New Mexico, El Paso and Las Cruces will face dangerously hot temperatures, reaching 104°F in El Paso and 102°F in Las Cruces. With limited rain chances confined
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is inviting the community to celebrate International Orangutan Day on Saturday, August 17 and Sunday, August 18. Zookeepers and education staff will hold events including chat and stage activities, games, an awareness table, and more. Birthday celebrations will also take place for Ibu
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — MUTTS Canine Cantina will hold its first ever ‘Cars & Canines’ event on Saturday, August 17. This is an event that will feature a car show, live music, vendors, a raffle, and drink specials. MUTTS Canine Cantina is partnering with El Paso Animal Services to have dog adoptions happen on-site
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Our Good Morning El Paso crew is excited for this weekend’s Humane Society Telethon. In honor of all the adoptions that will be taking place this weekend, they’re introducing us to their 4-legged friends – and 2 legged ones as well! Tune in to the telethon from 4-10 pm this
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The Humane Society of El Paso is hosting their 31st Annual Happiness Happens Here Telethon presented by Mark Worley, this Saturday, August 17 on ABC-7. This event is the largest fundraiser for the organization, all proceeds will go to help provide food, shelter, medical care and socialization services to the 4,000 vulnerable
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-August in National Eye Exam Month Dr. Ogechika Alozie reminds us that getting your eyes checked regularly is an important part of your healthcare routine.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Living in a kennel, and surrounded by hundreds of other animals for long periods of time, could have significant negative impacts on our furry friends. That’s why the Humane Society of El Paso focuses on ‘kennel enrichment.’ Officials said kennel enrichment is extremely important, and can be fulfilled in a
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Peerspace looked to the heavens—and to some iconic Leos—for inspiration and compiled five savvy rooftop party tips for Leo season.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Volunteering at the Humane Society of El Paso is easy. Not only that, but officials said helping the animals there is rewarding. “I love working with animals. Especially in the shelter environment,” said Offsite and Volunteer Coordinator, Braelyn Wong. “I’m watching these dogs come out of their shell. I get
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 24-year old Jacob Lerma was given three to six months to live after being diagnosed with Hodgkin Lymphoma. Now, after months of treatment, Jacob is celebrating his second chance at life. He rang the bell at Texas Oncology, marking the occasion with friends and family by his side. Also there?
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Pettable drew on advice from the American Kennel Club and veterinary experts to find out ways to stay active with your dog this summer.
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JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Juárez’s Ecology Department recovered a female crocodile that was rescued by members of the city’s Civil Protection Department on Sunday evening. César Díaz Gutiérrez, head of Ecology, reported that the reptile is approximately eight months old and was found in the Luis Echeverría neighborhood at 7:30 in the afternoon, from where
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA-TV)-DisruptHR El Paso 2.0 is hosting an event to revolutionize your HR and business leadership mindset. This event challenges conventional thinking and fuels enthusiasm for progress; it’s also a great way to network with local business leaders. Attendees can hear from a compelling roster of speakers who are pioneering the future of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Humane Society of El Paso is reminding the community of the impact donations can have on the lives of the animals under its care. Officials said they have seen many animals’ lives positively impacted due to donations during their stay at the society’s facilities. One of the major ways
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Experian surveyed pet owners to retrieve their views about the financial responsibility of owning pets and whether or not paying for pet insurance is worth it.
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SmartAsset ranked 281 small U.S. cities to find the most “livable” based on factors including housing affordability, business offerings, commute times and healthcare coverage.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoans can help sick and injured animals get better, with the help of the Humane Society of El Paso. “We do have our own medical foster to adopt program that helps adopt out and get our medical cases into foster program,” said Samantha Gambill, the society’s Medical Service Coordinator.
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JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Juarez is preparing to mark the eight anniversary of the death of legendary singer Juan Gabriel. Ahead of the anniversary, the City of Juárez announced a 10-day event to commemorate Gabriel, who is widely considered one of the city’s most famous residents. Events will start on August 23 at 8 p.m.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This Saturday, ABC-7 is partnering with the Humane Society of El Paso for our 31st annual Telethon! The goal is to help animals of all different shapes and sizes — and different needs — finds homes, while simultaneously working to raise money for the society. The Humane Society of El
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