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Hi El Paso! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How UTEP's new TRIO grant could boost college dreams in El Paso
  • How many El Paso homes lost power in Wednesday's severe storm?
  • How new tattoo shop inspections could change getting ink in El Paso

Also on today's calendar: Vfast Golf Tournament and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: An afternoon t-storm; warm, with a high of 96 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, temps: high: 96, low: 70.
  • Saturday: Warm; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 93 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. UTEP One of Only Three Texas Institutions to Earn TRIO Grant (utep.edu) — UTEP's Educational Talent Search program has secured a $375,000 federal TRIO grant, allowing it to expand free college-prep support for El Paso students by 21% over the next five years. The program already serves Bowie and Jefferson high schools and their feeder middle schools in EPISD, offering workshops, financial aid guidance, summer courses, and college visits that have led to a 100% college enrollment rate for participating seniors.
   

2. Multiple outages across El Paso leave thousands without power amid rainstorm (kfoxtv.com) — Thousands of El Paso Electric customers are without power during Wednesday night's thunderstorms, with nearly 11,000 affected across more than 50 outage locations in El Paso and Las Cruces. Crews are assessing damage and making repairs as weather allows, while residents are urged to avoid downed lines, report outages through official channels, and call 911 if in immediate danger.
   

3. City of El Paso approves new inspection rules for tattoo shops (ktsm.com) — El Paso tattoo and body art studios now must pass a city inspection before they can receive or renew their registration or begin tattooing, under new rules approved by City Council. The city is tripling the number of inspectors to keep wait times under 10 business days, and shop owners say the stricter process should improve safety and accountability.
   

4. An Insider's Guide to El Paso, Texas' Singular City (texashighways.com subscription) — El Paso's unique borderland history, culture, and desert setting take center stage in this in-depth guide, from its Indigenous roots and railroad boom to today's vibrant murals and street art. The piece highlights familiar spots like Segundo Barrio, Franklin Mountains letters, Lincoln Park, and Hueco Tanks, while exploring how El Pasoans embrace complex identities and the enduring "El Chuco" nickname.
   

5. Whiskey Dicks El Paso to close after more than 20 years (kfoxtv.com) — A longtime El Paso nightlife staple, Whiskey Dicks El Paso, has announced it will close after more than 20 years in business, though no final date was given. The 915-owned venue thanked generations of local patrons and called its run an iconic El Paso experience, marking the end of a familiar spot in the city's entertainment scene.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • These Franklin High School boys helped carry boxes for an overloaded teacher.
    No questions. No attitude. No hesitation. Just "Yes Ma'am" and helping hands. (Nextdoor Bandolero - Tarascas)
  • Another beautiful photo taken from Scenic Drive, a sunset highlighting Mount Cristo.
    Ray. Also taken about 7:00 p.m.. seems to be a great time to catch the sunset on Scenic (Nextdoor Highland Park)
  • Kontoor Brands, Inc. posted a job opening for Highbay/Cherry Picker Operator- Evening Shift in El Paso. Apply here.
  • East Montana Middle School posted a job opening for Budget Clerk in El Paso. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near El Paso here.

Ok El Paso! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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