Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Saturday, October 18th, and we’re starting off with several big stories shaping our city today. Yesterday evening, city officials granted a 90-day reprieve for a home on Hemmingway Drive that’s been plagued by squatters and repeated code violations. Frank Ramirez, representing Sun Valley REI, plans to purchase and rehabilitate the house, which neighbors say has become a hotspot for illicit activity and safety concerns. The Building and Standards Commission is giving Ramirez a window to clean up the property, threatening demolition if substantial damage and utilities aren’t addressed. This spot has fielded more than 26 police calls and eight code enforcement cases since 2011, highlighting just how complex neighborhood turnarounds can be in El Paso.

From City Hall, we’re keeping an eye on fiscal health after El Paso County’s Chief Financial Officer laid out a preliminary $502 million revenue plan for the coming year. There’s some caution as officials warn about the long-term reliance on sales taxes, given limits imposed by TABOR regulations. Residents may start noticing tighter budgets affecting community projects and services.

Switching gears to travel, local leaders are voicing concerns over a recent DHS government shutdown video played at the El Paso International Airport, criticizing its political tone and lack of local context. The community’s always vocal about decisions made without local input, underscoring how much we value representation on the national stage.

Weather today is shaping up mild and breezy. We have a high near 78 degrees with a chance of a late afternoon breeze coming down from the Franklin Mountains. No major rain expected, but keep an eye out if you’re headed west—sometimes things shift quickly. It’s perfect for outdoor activities, and upcoming community events like the Mission Valley Farmers Market and the UTEP Miners home game against the Fresno State Bulldogs are set to go ahead without weather interruptions.

Speaking of sports, our UTEP Miners are hoping to rebound on their home turf after last Saturday’s narrow loss. Local high schools also saw some impressive showings this week: Eastwood Troopers marched through another win, and Parkland’s band nabbed top marks at the regional contest.

In real estate, El Paso’s housing market remains steady heading into fall, with median home prices holding at about 210 thousand dollars. We’re seeing a slight uptick in new listings especially in the Northeast, driven by young professionals and military families transferring to Fort Bliss.

On the job front, local employers are reporting around 500 openings, mostly in healthcare, logistics, and hospitality. For those seeking seasonal work, several retailers along Montana Avenue and at Cielo Vista Mall are hosting hiring events this weekend.

Crime news today, aside from the Hemmingway Drive situation, El Paso Police report a quiet night with the exception of one vehicle theft near Paisano Drive and a domestic disturbance call off Alameda, both resolved without serious injury. Officers continue to urge us to lock vehicles and secure property, as petty crime typically spikes in early fall.

On the brighter side, we saw the grand opening of Café de Barrio on Stanton Street this week—a community-driven coffee house spotlighting local art and poetry. Their first poetry slam drew more than fifty people, showing how creativity keeps fueling connections across El Paso.

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