‘Be suspicious’; El Paso utility companies warn about scams
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso utility companies are joining forces to educate customers on potential scams they could encounter. The project is…
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New fund has $550,000 available for El Paso County families affected by the pandemic
EL PASO, Texas — The County of El Paso, in partnership with the Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation, El Paso Interreligious Sponsoring…
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El Paso physician offers tips on preventing, managing diabetes ahead of World Diabetes Day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso physician is offering tips for preventing and managing diabetes ahead of World Diabetes Day this Saturday. Dr.…
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El Paso job seekers invited to take part in statewide virtual job fair Thursday
EL PASO< Texas — Workforce Solutions Borderplex is proud to host the 10th annual Hiring Red, White & You! statewide hiring event. This…
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A new app helps control migraines
Migraine Buddy is an app that can assist those who have frequent migraines. The goal? Tracking what happens to you before you get the migraine and…
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El Paso psychologist offers tips for celebrating Halloween safely during the pandemic
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As coronavirus cases surge in El Paso, Halloween won’t look like it used to. Dr. Melanie Longhurst, an El Paso psychologist…
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El Pasoans invited to volunteer for statewide Covid-19 antibody response survey
EL PASO, Texas — To better understand a person’s Covid-19 antibody response, the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston is looking for…
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‘Protect Your Hearing Month’; audiologist shares tips for avoiding hearing loss
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — October is national ‘Protect Your Hearing Month.’ The CDC reports that 5 in 10 young people listen to their music or audio…
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‘Poor oral health can really lead to the exacerbation of any kind of disease you have’; tips from El Paso expert on maintaining oral health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — October is Dental Hygiene Month, and the Dean of the Hunt School of Dental Medicine at TTUHSC El Paso says it’s vital to…
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El Paso writer and illustrator team up to create children’s book that celebrates Borderland culture
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two El Pasoans have created a new children’s book to showcase the Borderland’s unique binational culture. !Muchas Gracias…
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Global Handwashing Day; El Paso infectious disease expert urges community to take hand hygiene seriously
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — October 15 is Global Handwashing Day. The day brings attention the necessity of hand hygiene for physical health. “We know…
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TTUHSC El Paso offers virtual fairs to educate community about COVID-19
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Students and faculty from the Foster School of Medicine at TTUHSC El Paso are hosting virtual fairs to educate the public…
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NMSU seeks voter support for multi-million dollar bond
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — New Mexico State University officials are asking New Mexico voters for support on a multi-million dollar bond that will…
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‘People are trying to avoid going to the hospital’; El Paso doctor urges public to pay attention to stroke symptoms
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso doctor is urging the public to take the signs and symptoms of a stroke seriously, as he says the pandemic scares…
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‘Enchanted NM Box’ brings taste of New Mexico to your door to help small business during pandemic
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – A Las Cruces businesswoman created a unique subscription service that brings products from small New Mexico businesses to…
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El Paso’s annual ‘Fill the Boot’ campaign for Muscular Dystrophy goes virtual
EL PASO, Texas — The International Association of Fire Fighters and the Muscular Dystrophy Association are joining forces once again to help…
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El Paso Community College hosts virtual Literary Fiesta
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –El Paso Community College (EPCC) is hosting its 12th annual Literary Fiesta. This year’s gathering will be anything but…
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Hearing loss can increase risk of falling; tips from an El Paso audiologist on how you can stay safe
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Individuals with untreated hearing loss face a nearly 30 percent greater risk of falling, according to researchers at Johns…
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‘A man who drew his nourishment from this region’; El Paso celebrates Tom Lea month with in-person and virtual events
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — October is a time to recognize local writer and artist Tom Lea, who spent much of his career showcasing the Borderland…
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‘We wanted to recognize our regional worth’; El Pasoans create archive of today’s Southwest
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two El Pasoans are using art and culture to make a difference. They have launched a new web platform, called Work Project,…
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El Paso’s annual Crime Victims’ Memorial event is this Sunday; walk portion canceled due to pandemic
EL PASO, Texas — The District Attorney’s annual memorial service which pays tribute to victims in the El Paso community who lost their lives to…
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‘Even one suicide is too many’; El Paso psychiatrist offers tips for depression during the pandemic
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The pandemic has made many of our lives a lot harder, especially when it comes to our mental health. September is Suicide…
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El Paso organization to host naturalization workshop online this Saturday
EL PASO, Texas – The Immigration Initiative will host a free naturalization workshop this Saturday, September 26th, from 10 a.m to 2 p.m. via Zoom.…
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Capriotti’s offers sandwich recipe as students head back to school
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The new school year is officially underway. As students begin classes online or on campus, some families might be looking…
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El Paso Playhouse resumes productions; new social distancing policies in place
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Playhouse has resumed performances for audiences in person. The organization reports only about a third of seats…
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Better Business Bureau begins ‘Buy El Paso’ campaign
EL PASO, Texas — When you ‘Buy El Paso,’ you ‘Heart El Paso.’ That’s the central message of the Better Business Bureau Paso del Norte’s new “Buy El…
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Tips for managing your finances during the pandemic
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 2020 has been a tumultuous year for finances. Unemployment has reached record levels and the stock market has seen highs and…
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El Pasoans can enjoy drive-in movie experience at ‘Movies on the Fly at Hangar 7’
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso Live, a division of Destination El Paso, and the El Paso International Airport are presenting ‘Movies on the Fly’ at Hangar…
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El Paso’s newest freeway under construction on the eastside
EL PASO, Texas — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is undertaking a number of major projects around the city. But perhaps one of the…
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New Las Cruces City Manager says he’s excited about the challenges ahead
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – He went from a career in the NFL into one of public service. Since 2012, Ifo Pili has been the city administrator for Eagle…
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