SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — An investment to expand operations at the Socorro Logistics Center is expected to bring 2,000 jobs to the area. Friday, El Paso County, the City of Socorro and the Borderplex Alliance announced that the Wiwynn Corporation will invest $275 million to expand its server manufacturing and testing operations in Socorro. Wiwynn
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Mesilla Valley Community of Hope’s “Mano y Mano Day Labor” program gives those that are unhoused or near homeless the opportunity to find paid work. The program has been around since 2018 and has a lottery draw to select 20 people out of the 75-100 people who sign up for
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AUSTIN (KVIA) — Tuesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott celebrated the state’s job gain over the month of June. He said Texas led all states based on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ employment release. Gov. Abbott said the release showed Texas gained 43,400 non-farm jobs in June, and the state led for jobs gained over
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County said it’s accepting sealed bids from experienced contractors for the Ascension Roadway Reconstruction Project. Monday, the county said the project will rebuild a busy roadway in Far East El Paso and improve connectivity between Horizon City and Montana Vista. The county said a Construction Sealed Bid is
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The Las Cruces Police Department started accepting applications Monday for its next training academy. The 22-week paid academy is set to start January 2027, according to LCPD. Police cadet salaries while in the academy is $24 per hour, LCPD said. Graduates from the academy become officer trainees who then receive
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This summer break, a select group of El Paso educators will take part in a unique, real-world training and take their findings back to the classroom. Since 2023, Council on Regional Economic Expansion and Educational Development’s (CREEED) Educator Externship Program has partnered with regional businesses to provide educators with a
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SANTA TERESA, N.M. (KVIA) — In an effort to teach New Mexico residents about the Project Jupiter data center planned for Dona Ana County, Oracle announced an open house meeting planned for Wednesday in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. In a news release, Oracle said it wants to teach residents about the data center’s economic, community
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso nonprofit is one of 27 programs from Texas to earn competitive grants, Texas Governor Greg Abbott said Tuesday. The Texas Workforce Investment Council administered more than $7 million for programs helping Texans find jobs, he said. Project ARRIBA (Advanced Retraining & Redevelopment Initiative in Border Areas aims
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ARC Aerospace and Defense Systems said Wednesday it will establish a new manufacturing center in West El Paso. The expansion will support U.S. military and national security objectives, the company said. ARC Aerospace, which is based in El Paso, specializes in developing and manufacturing missile technology, including counter-drone strike systems.
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by Claudia Lorena Silva More than 400 El Paso Independent School District jobs, including teachers and central office staff, may be cut as the Board of Trustees will vote Tuesday whether to declare financial exigency and implement a massive savings plan that includes layoffs. EPISD Superintendent Brian Lusk is recommending the board make the declaration and
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FORT BLISS, Texas (KVIA) — Some veterans and service members leaving the military got help navigating into the civilian world with confidence at the 1st Armored Division and Fort Bliss Annual Transition Expo Wednesday. The 1st Armored Division said service members, their families explored workshops and met with employers who are hiring, including the El
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso will soon have a new manufacturing facility near the airport. The El Paso International Airport hosted a groundbreaking ceremony with the Economic and International Development Department Wednesday. The City of El Paso said the Advanced Manufacturing will attract high-quality jobs and strengthen local aerospace and defense supply chain.
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — An action-thriller film just wrapped filming in Las Cruces. More than 700 people worked in front and behind the camera, according to Film Las Cruces Wednesday. “Barracuda” filmed for two months in and around the city. It follows a high-stakes pursuit toward the U.S. border, Film Las Cruces said. Story
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office asked the county for an independent, third-party consultant to assess EPCSO, it said Friday. The request comes after the county Commissioners Court discussed the sheriff’s office use of overtime. “We want to be clear that we have been sounding the alarm regarding budget and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Community College is hosting a career fair Tuesday at the Valle Verde campus. The fair is open to the public until 2 p.m. at the AST Building Flexitorium in room 150, EPCC said. The third annual Earth Day “Terra Week” Career Fair will feature businesses in environmental
Continue ReadingOriginally Published: 20 APR 26 17:18 ET Updated: 20 APR 26 17:27 ET By Alejandra Jaramillo, CNN (CNN) — Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer will step down from the Trump administration to take a job in the private sector, according to a statement posted Monday by White House communications director Steven Cheung. “Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — School districts and education employers are recruiting at Friday’s education job fair at the University of Texas at El Paso, the school said. The job fair ends at 2 p.m. at the Don Haskins Center. UTEP’s College of Education’s job fair is open to UTEP students in education programs, alumni
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Las Cruces Police Department opened applications for Public Employees Retirement Association of New Mexico (PERA) retired law enforcement officers. The City of Las Cruces said selected retired officers are eligible for up to $35,000 in recruitment upon hire. The city said retired officers who return to the police
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EL PASO, Texas / CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Last Monday, the renegotiation of the Free Trade Agreement, or USMCA, between Mexico, the United States, and Canada got underway, a development announced by Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum weeks ago. According to the Mexican Importers and Exporters Association (ANIERM), the USMCA trade agreement sustains Juárez’s economy
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) El Paso District Office is encouraging the area to shop small and shop local. The District Director, Dante Acosta, explains that on average, small business owners expect nearly 20% of their annual revenue to come from sales on Small Business Saturday alone. The event
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The FBI El Paso Field Office will host a public recruitment event Friday, Sept. 5, at the University of Texas at El Paso to encourage community members to explore careers with the bureau. Officials say attendees will be able to speak with special agents, intelligence analysts, linguists, IT staff and
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- El Paso-based garment manufacturer Ready-One Industries specializes in a diverse range of products. Lincoln Smith, the ready-one vice president and chief operating officer, along with ready-one sewing machine operator David Fernandez, spoke about the benefits of the company. Website: ReadyOne.jobs Address: 1414 Ability Dr, El Paso, TX 79936 Phone number: 915-858-7277 Ext. 1137
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The Paso del Norte Health Foundation and United Way of El Paso County are collaborating to empower local nonprofit organizations. Laura Falco, Director of Marketing and Engagement, explains what board training is and how one can get involved.
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — President Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum took effect on Wednesday, a move that could increase prices and costs on electronics, cars and home goods, among other things. Since the start of President Trump’s second term, he has threatened countries with imposing tariffs on various goods, with a focus on steel
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Green Career Week starts March 3rd through 7th. During Green Career Week, Seed Your Future helps connect students with eco-friendly job opportunities in fields like horticulture. Jazmin Albarran, the Executive Directior, emphasizes the growing need for careers in these fields. Tech-driven programs like Smart Farming and AI are being utilized
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JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The state of Chihuahua through its Population State Council (COESPO) and the National Employment Service Department (SNE) announced this week they will offer more job opportunities and positions to migrants in Juarez soon. Chihuahua authorities announced over 500 vacant positions for migrants which aims to promote labor inclusion and offer employment
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Workforce Solutions Borderplex hosts a veterans hiring fair. This event will allow the public to connect local employers with a pool of skilled and dedicated military talent and their spouses. The event also welcomes the public and embraces a hybrid format. Workforce Solutions Borderplex offices will offer resource areas to assist attendees
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JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Juárez had a downfall of maquiladora employment for months, even though it is one of the main suppliers of medical, and manufacturing on the border. With the recent decrease in unemployed maquiladora operators, the borderland’s economy has suffered a big hit making some facilities unable to continue operations. Since the COVID-19
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—El Paso Community College’s Valle Verde Campus will hold a ‘Terra Week’ Job Fair. Employers from Government, Conservation, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Green Tech will be on hand with job or internship information. Where: Valle Verde Campus AST Flexitorium, 919 Hunter Drive. When: Friday, April 26, 2024, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Who: All students, faculty, and community members.
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