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Flood maps will include flood mitigation projects, strategies and priorities for the region

EL PASO, Texas –– El Paso’s monsoons start soon, bringing with it a dose of precipitation to the region. But, with the valuable rainfall, so too, comes the possibility of flooding. So what’s being done to alleviate flooding in the Borderland and neighboring counties?

The Upper Rio Grande Regional Flood Planning Group is holding a meeting from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on June 8, 2022, at the EPISD Administration Building, 1014 N. Stanton St., to present proposed flood planning maps for the region. The group will present findings from previous meetings that provided input from the public on the areas most affected by flooding in Region 14, which includes El Paso County and 22 other counties in West Texas, and how those issues could be addressed.

The maps will include flood mitigation projects, strategies and priorities that will ultimately be included in the 2023 State Flood Plan. Going forward, only the projects listed in the 2023 State Flood Plan are eligible for funding support through the Texas Water Development Board’s Flood Infrastructure Fund.

No formal presentation will be given at this open house-style meeting. It is an opportunity for the public to review exhibits. This meeting will be the last open house meeting prior to the release of the Draft Regional Flood Plan document later this fall and all members of the public are strongly encouraged to attend.

Open House-Style Wrapup Meeting
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. MDT
EPISD Administration Building
1014 N. Stanton St.
El Paso, Texas 79902

To learn more about proposed changes to the areas flood maps, visit urgfpg.org/features/far-west-water-planning.

As part of the TWDB’s statewide flood planning process, the Rio Grande Council of Governments has sponsored the Upper Rio Grande Regional Flood Planning Group (URGRFPG) to ensure West Texans from across the 23-county area have a voice in helping the state prioritize flood control projects. The ongoing Upper Rio Grande (Region 14) Flood Planning Group has identified and evaluated projects to mitigate flooding for people, property, and businesses across the region.

If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact Annette Gutierrez, Executive Director, Rio Grande Council of Governments, 8037 Lockheed Drive, El Paso, TX 79925, (915) 533-0998 or annetteg@riocog.org.

About the Upper Rio Grande Flood Planning Group:
The Upper Rio Grande Regional Flood Planning Group (URGRFPG) was established by the Texas Water Development Board on October 1, 2020, through the designation of initial flood planning group members. The Upper Rio Grande RFPG consists of the Counties of Brewster, Crane, Culberson, El Paso, Hudspeth, Jeff Davis, Loving, Pecos, Presidio, Reeves, Terrell, and Ward, and portions of Andrews, Crockett, Ector, Edwards, Midland, Reagan, Schleicher, Sutton, Upton, Val Verde, and Winkler. The Draft Upper Rio Grande Regional Flood Plan will be available for public review and comment by Fall 2022. For more information, visit URGFPG.org.

El Paso Community College (EPCC) will observe Memorial Day on Monday, May 30, 2022.

The 2022 Summer Semester begins and EPCC offices will reopen on Tuesday, May 31, 2022.

El Paso, TX – The Great Khalid Foundation has generously provided the students of Tocando Music Project with brand new, top-of-the-line cello cases. This donation of 25 cello cases will enable Tocando students in Segundo Barrio to spend more time with the instruments they love to play and will allow Tocando to bring cellos to their site in Tornillo, which will be expanded from a violin ensemble to a full string orchestra.

“Having lightweight, durable protection for our instruments is crucial to students in Tocando. Without these cases, our young cellists haven’t had the opportunity to bring their instruments home to practice or share their music with their families. We are so grateful to The Great Khalid Foundation for providing our students with cello cases that allows them to take their music anywhere.” said Jessie O’Hara Maestas, Director of Tocando Programs.

Tocando will present their final concerts of the season on May 18 and 22, 2022:
•Wednesday, May 18, 2022, 5:45 pm at Guillen Middle School gymnasium. Free and open to the public.
•Sunday, May 22nd at 3:00 pm at the Plaza Theatre. Tocando students will perform at the season finale concerts of the El Paso Symphony Youth Orchestra. Tickets are $20 and $15 for students, seniors and active military. Tickets are available at epso.org or at the door.

ABOUT TOCANDO: Tocando Music Project is an El Paso Symphony Orchestra after-school music program that provides instruments and creative music-making opportunities to 2nd – 8th grade students in Segundo Barrio and Tornillo, Texas. Tocando uses music education as a vehicle for children to acquire valuable tools of teamwork, self-confidence, leadership, and academic success. Tocando is presented in partnership with the PlayUSA Initiative of Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute. Tocando is supported by the American Orchestra’s Futures Fund, a program of the League of American Orchestras made possible by funding from the Ann & Gordon Getty Foundation; Texas Commission on the Arts; and the City of El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs Department.

Learn what to do to avoid heat related illness

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) encourages all people in New Mexico to avoid heat-related illness by staying in cool indoor places and hydrating. Tuesday, May 17th and Thursday, May 19th are expected to bring record heat to portions of the state.

Temperatures will reach the upper 90s in some areas of east central to southeastern New Mexico including Albuquerque, Clayton, Clovis, Fort Sumner, Santa Rosa, Socorro, Tucumcari, and Portales. Roswell will also be expected to reach near 100° F.

“Acclimatization, adequate hydration, and avoidance of activities during extreme heat are the most effective measures to reduce the incidence of heat-related illnesses,” said David R. Scrase, M.D. acting cabinet secretary for the New Mexico Department of the Health. “People at highest risk of heat-related illness are the elderly, the very young and people with existing chronic diseases, but it can also just as easily affect anyone working or playing outdoors, if they are unprepared for the temperatures outside.”

It is important to know the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness because conditions can get serious, even deadly, very quickly if not recognized. Here is what to look for:

•Heat cramps muscle pain or spasms accompanied by heavy sweating, especially during intense exercise.
•What to do: Stop any physical activity and get to a cool place. Drink water or a sports drink and wait for the cramps to go away before starting activity again. Get medical help right away if the cramps last longer than one hour, if you are on a low-sodium diet, or if you have heart problems.

•Heat exhaustion appears with heavy sweating, cold, clammy skin, a fast, weak pulse, nausea or vomiting, muscle cramps, tiredness or weakness, dizziness, headache, and fainting.
What to do: move to a cool place, loosen clothing, cool down with damp cloths or take a cool bath and sip water. If you are throwing up, have symptoms last longer than an hour, or worsen get medical help right away.

•Heat stroke is the most serious heat-related illness and happens when the body loses its ability to sweat. Body temperature will climb (103 degrees or higher), skin will be hot, red, and dry or damp. Pulse will be fast and strong and can be accompanied by a headache, nausea, dizziness, confusion and passing out. It is important to recognize heat stroke in others, as they may not realize the danger that they are in because of confusion.
What to do: heat stroke is a medical emergency, so call 911 right away. Try to lower the person’s body temperature with cool wet cloths or a cool bath. Do not give them anything to drink.

Employers should implement occupational health plans that allow employees to adapt behaviors to high temperatures such as slowing the pace of work during the heat of the day, provide water, and provide shaded areas for resting.

Likewise, athletic coaches should take precautions to protect athletes, especially young athletes whose bodies are still developing from getting heat-related illness. Further, DOH urges New Mexicans to never leave children, pets, or anyone in a parked car, even for a few minutes.

To find out more about heat-related illnesses visit https://nmtracking.doh.nm.gov for helpful tips on how to stay safe and cool this summer.

El Paso, Texas – The El Paso Sports Commission, in a collaboration with Destination El Paso, the City of El Paso Parks & Recreation Department, and the County of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department, would like to announce the Texas Police Athletic Federation Games have been awarded to El Paso in 2023!

This will be the second largest sporting event in El Paso history, with 1000-1200 participants June 11-17, 2023, following the USBC Open and Women’s Championships at the Convention Center. The event is expected to bring in approximately $5 to $7 million in economic impact to the Sun City!

These games were created in 1975 as a way to enhance physical fitness, along the way instilling pride in the law enforcement profession through the spirit of sportsmanship… speaking of pride, what a way to celebrate the El Paso Law Enforcement community, a top 3 large safe city in the United States.

TPAF Games Information: The event features 30+ overall events, 1000-1200 athletes on average, and 4000-6000 hotel room nights. It will be held in El Paso June 11-17, 2023, at venues all over the county. Participants are not just from Texas, but it is open to the entire Southwest, and we are aiming to market the event to Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Mexico. Participants include all law enforcement, active or retired, and Fire, Border Patrol, Homeland Security, even active or retired military.

TPAF Core Events: Archery, Basketball, Bass Tournament, Biathlon, Billiards, Body Building, Bowling, Cornhole, CrossFit, Cycling, Dominoes, Duathlon, Flag Football, Golf, Karate, Mountain Bike, Obstacle Course, Pistols Tactical, 3 Gun Event, Powerlifting, Racquetball, Rifle, Saltwater Fishing, Soccer, Skeet/Trap/5-Stand, Softball, Submission Wrestling, Tennis, Texas Hold’Em, Track & Field, Triathlon, Volleyball (2v2, 6v6), 5K/10K run (Events added or cancelled dependent on participation).

About the El Paso Sports Commission: The El Paso Sports Commission, a private non-profit organization since 2003, works with top regional, national, and international organizers to bring in some of the highest quality, world-class sporting events to the El Paso area. The Commission also overseas several venues, including the County Coliseum.

About Destination El Paso: Destination El Paso is organized as the parent of three branded operating divisions: Visit El Paso, El Paso Live and EP Water Parks. Visit El Paso is responsible for destination marketing for the City of El Paso and includes Convention Development, Meeting Planning Services, EP Film & Creative Industries Commission, and Tourism Development.

For more information, please contact:
Beau Bagley
El Paso Sports Commission
310-941-5529
BBagley@elpasosports.us

El Paso Community College (EPCC) is celebrating two Commencement Ceremonies this spring. 2,081 degrees and certificates of completion will be given, of which 486 are from Early College High Schools

What: EPCC Spring 2022 Commencement
When:

Friday, May 13, 2022

2:00 PM – Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Certificates of completion

6:00 PM – Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts in Teaching

Where: Don Haskins Center

Who: EPCC Graduates, President, Board of Trustees, Administrators, Faculty, Staff and families.

Master of Ceremonies will be Dr. William Serrata, EPCC President, the Commencement Speaker will be Dr. Roberto Coronado, Senior Vice President in Charge and Senior Economist, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, El Paso Branch.

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EPCC serves nearly 25,000 students and offers 145 degree and certificate programs. Since 1969, the college has remained focused on engaging students, growing community partnerships and fostering excellence. By creating a college-going culture and implementing innovative student success initiatives, EPCC is transforming the pathway to higher education and building a stronger workforce for our region.

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Stamp Out Hunger is this Saturday, and volunteers are the people that make this event successful. We need volunteers at post offices and the Food Bank throughout the day. Anyone in the community can sign up on our website, use the QR code below, or call me directly at 915.487.8239. This event is an opportunity for corporate teams to make a difference and show community support.

EL PASO, Texas — Whataburger is saying thank you to El Paso healthcare workers by feeding over 2,000 employees at The Hospitals of Providence for National Hospital Week. All week long, Whataburger will be making its rounds to each of the four hospitals to provide a warm breakfast for the day and night shift workers at The Hospitals of Providence.

Its special Whataburger Food Truck will be making a special stop tomorrow morning bright and early to feed both the night and day shift workers as a thank you for their commitment to caring for the community. The 30-foot food truck offers a state-of-the-art kitchen and will be preparing its famous Whataburger breakfast taquitos, cookies and coffee. A special guest appearance will be made by WhataGuy and the Riverside High School Mariachi Band to fill the morning with music and fun.

Whataburger is proud to support healthcare workers and is saying thank you this Hospital Week by creating memories of comfort and fun.

WHO/WHAT: Whataburger Celebrates Healthcare Workers at The Hospitals of Providence

WHEN: Tuesday, May 10, 2022, from 7am

WHERE: The Hospitals of Providence Memorial Campus
2001 N. Oregon
El Paso, TX 79902

ABOUT WHATABURGER
Whataburger has focused on its fresh, made-to-order burgers and friendly customer service since 1950 when Harmon Dobson opened the first Whataburger as a small roadside burger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas. Today, the company is headquartered in San Antonio with more than 880 locations across its 14-state footprint and sales of more than $3 billion annually. Whataburger is recognized as Top Workplaces 2021 Employer. The brand has more than 50,000 Family Members (employees) and more than 60 million customers who like to customize their Whataburgers just like they like it. Visit whataburger.com for more information. To apply for Whataburger jobs, visit whataburger.com/careers.

About The Hospitals of Providence
The Hospitals of Providence covers the El Paso Region to include West Texas and Southern New Mexico. The system includes acute-care hospital locations: Memorial Campus, Providence Children’s Hospital, Sierra Campus, East Campus, Transmountain Campus, Specialty Campus, Horizon City Campus and the Northeast Campus; Diagnostic Imaging Centers to include a dedicated pediatric location; the Emergency Room Montwood and Emergency Room Edgemere; Paso del Norte and El Paso Day Surgery Centers and the El Paso Center for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy; The Center for Wound Healing; Vein Center: Inpatient Rehabilitation Program; Outpatient Therapy Centers; Weight Loss Center East and West. The Hospitals of Providence is dedicated to continuing the over 100-year commitment to the El Paso community. For more information please visit TheHospitalsOfProvidence.com.

Exclusively Available For One Week Only
Starting Wednesday, May 4th at 10 a.m. ET at LiveNation.com/ConcertWeek

Beverly Hills, CA (April 28, 2022) – Live Nation today announced the return of Concert Week, offering fans access to $25 all-in tickets to more than 3,700 shows across North America this year. The week-long program celebrates one of the biggest and most exciting years for live music and marks the kick-off to an epic summer concert season.

The ticket offer includes performances in clubs, theaters, amphitheaters, arenas, and stadiums, featuring some of today’s biggest acts across a large variety of genres, including Country, Hip-Hop, Latin, Metal, Pop, Rock, and more. Artists include, but are not limited to: Backstreet Boys, Dierks Bentley, Eric Church, Halsey, H.E.R., Imagine Dragons, John Legend, Machine Gun Kelly, Nelly, OneRepublic, Shawn Mendes, The Chicks, The Who, Wiz Khalifa & Logic, Wu-Tang Clan & Nas, Zac Brown Band, and many more. See list below for additional artists included.

Concert Week gives all live music fans access to participating Live Nation events with a special $25 ticket offer, including taxes and fees. For $25 flat, any fan can enjoy seeing their favorite artist live at their local venue this year.

TICKETS: $25 Concert Week tickets will be available starting Wednesday, May 4th at 10 a.m. ET at livenation.com/concertweek through Tuesday May 10th, or while supplies last.

PRESALES: Citi is the official card of the Live Nation Concert Week offer. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, May 3rd at 8 a.m. ET. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com.

Rakuten members can purchase presale tickets starting Tuesday, May 3rd at 12 p.m. ET. Sign up for Rakuten by May 1st to receive a pre-sale access code via email.

CLICK HERE Participating artists celebrating Concert Week include

About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.

BEDFORD, Texas (April 25, 2022) – Two innovative offerings – one all-new, another a returning fan favorite – will be on the menu for a limited time at DQ® restaurants in Texas. And both are all about the steak. Chicken fried. And the cheese. Pepper Jack, to be precise.

First up – the all-new Cheesy Dude® sandwich is a crispy, crunchy chicken fried steak sandwich topped with two slices of not-too-spicy, not-too-mild, just-right Pepper Jack cheese. The chicken fried steak sandwich is infused with more Pepper Jack cheese and topped with crispy lettuce, vine-ripened tomatoes and creamy salad dressing on a toasted bun. This new Cheesy Dude is unlike anything else – a hearty offering sure to tantalize Texas taste buds.

Next, the return of the Cheesy Steak Finger Country Basket®. Crisp and tender, crunchy and satisfying, our Cheesy Steak Fingers generated so much buzz last year we brought this spicy variation of our classic Steak Fingers back to all the fans who clamored for more. Cheesy Steak Fingers are infused with creamy Pepper Jack and served with crispy fries, Texas toast and ranch dressing. They are delectable, pure Texas delight.

“The taste and variety of our flagship chicken fried steak offerings are unbeatable,” said Lou Romanus, CEO of the Texas Dairy Queen Operator’s Council. “Only found in Texas, we are confident the bold flavor of Pepper Jack cheese, paired with our new Cheesy Dude and our Cheesy Steak Finger Country Basket, will absolutely delight our fans.”

The Cheesy Dude and the Cheesy Steak Finger Country Basket are available at participating DQ restaurants in Texas April 25 through June 12, while supplies last.

Fans can keep up with all the innovative ways to quench their cravings with “The Best Treats & Eats in Texas” in the DQ® Texas mobile app.

Celebrating 75 years in the Lone Star state, DQ restaurants in Texas are friendly gathering spots where fans enjoy delicious treats and eats and create fond memories. Fans can share their favorite stories and photos about any one of their neighborhood DQ restaurants in Texas by visiting dqtexas.com/anniversary.

There are few brands as iconic as the DQ brand. Innovative DQ treats and eats, along with the unique DQ restaurant concepts, have positioned DQ restaurants in Texas as a leader in the quick service restaurant industry. The Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council is a nonprofit organization made up of DQ franchisees operating in Texas. The Council develops the advertising and marketing program for DQ franchisees in Texas and controls the Texas Country Foods menu along with managing supply/distribution for the nearly 600 DQ restaurants in Texas. The DQ restaurants in Texas are franchised by American Dairy Queen Corporation and the DQ franchise system includes approximately 7,000 franchised locations in the United States, Canada, and more than 20 other countries, including the nearly 600 DQ restaurants in Texas.

For more information about the Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council, visit dqtexas.com or follow us on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.

AWAY GAME DAY April 23rd, 2022

The Sun City Stealth will head into our WEEK 3 game on the road in Las Cruces, NM to take on the Cruces Regulators!
We cordially invite you to attend; as we visit our WFA Division III rival the Cruces Regulators for their inaugural home game! The first home game is scheduled for April 23, 2022 with gates opening at 5:30 p.m. and game start at 6:30 p.m. at Field of Dreams, 2501 Tashiro Rd, Las Cruces, NM 88007.

info@suncitystealth.com

Secretary Scott Reminds Texas Voters of Upcoming Deadlines for May 7, May 24 Statewide Elections

AUSTIN — Texas Secretary of State John Scott today reminded Texas voters of upcoming deadlines and key dates for the upcoming Constitutional Amendment and Local Elections on May 7th, as well as the Primary Runoff Elections on May 24th. With the May 2022 elections occurring in close proximity to one another, several dates and deadlines overlap due to statutory deadlines set by the Texas Election Code.

Below are several key dates and reminders for Texas voters who wish to participate in either election:

May 7th – Statewide Constitutional Amendment Propositions and Local Elections

•Monday, April 25th – First day of Early Voting

•Tuesday, April 26th – Last day to apply for a ballot by mail (received, not postmarked)

•Tuesday, May 3rd – Last day of Early Voting

•Saturday, May 7th – Election Day

May 24th – Primary Runoff Elections

•Monday, April 25th – Last day to register to vote

•Friday, May 13th – Last day to apply for a ballot by mail (received, not postmarked)

•Monday, May 16th – First day of Early Voting

•Friday, May 20th – Last day of Early Voting

•Tuesday, May 24th – Election Day

“With multiple opportunities to vote in the upcoming May elections, I strongly encourage all Texas voters to get informed about what’s on the ballot and make a plan to cast one,” Secretary Scott said.

“If you’re new to Texas or haven’t voted in an election yet this year, the upcoming elections are a perfect opportunity to familiarize yourself with the voting process and make your voice heard at the local, statewide and national levels on a variety of propositions and candidates. Don’t wait until the last minute – visit VoteTexas.gov today to make sure you are registered and ready to cast your ballot!”

May 7th Constitutional Amendment and Local Elections

On May 7th, every Texas voter will have the opportunity to vote on two proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution relating to property taxes.

Read the ballot language and explanatory statements for statewide Propositions 1 and 2 in English (PDF) and Spanish (PDF).

Additionally, many local entities such as municipalities, school districts, utility districts, water districts and other political subdivisions will be holding elections on May 7th.

To check which local entities in your county are holding elections on May 7th, contact your county election office.

To check your registration status and view Early Voting and Election Day polling locations, log in to the Texas Secretary of State’s My Voter Portal.

The Women’s Football Alliance (WFA), Sun City Stealth women’s tackle football team will be debuting our sophomore season; taking the field for regular season play April 9th through May 21st, 2022.

We are honored to host Reynolds Home –a shelter for homeless women and children! They will be accepting donated items to restock their Diaper Pantry such as diapers, wipes, and gently used baby clothing. Twenty year-old EPCC Registered Nursing student Madeline Rae Anchondo will perform the National Anthem. YMCA of El Paso President/CEO Bill Coon will be the game site announcer. El Paso sports correspondent and Owner at the Tipping Point Mike Tipton will helm the Game Day broadcast booth!

We cordially invite you to attend the Sun City Stealth’s second home game of the season as we host visiting WFA Division III Championship Runner Up the Arizona Outkast from Phoenix Arizona! The game is scheduled for April 16, 2022 with gates opening at 5:30 p.m. and game starting at 6:30 p.m. at Jefferson High School, 4700 Alameda Ave, El Paso, TX 79905.