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El Paso Local Pulse: Pedestrian Accident, Educator Shortages, and Revitalizing Magoffin
Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Saturday, October 25th. We begin today with breaking news from downtown, where a serious accident just yesterday sent a pedestrian to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle near Stanton and Seventh Street close to the Santa Fe port of entry. El Paso police are investigating, and we will keep our ears out for updates as the situation develops.
Turning to the job market, there is renewed focus on public safety positions this week. El Paso ISD faces a shortage of certified peace officers, currently thirteen short of their target, prompting the district to file for an exemption from the state requirement to have an armed officer at every campus. District leaders say recruiting is tough, not just here, but across law enforcement agencies throughout the city. Efforts are underway to partner with El Paso Police and private security to fill those gaps, but parents and staff should remain aware that the challenge continues.
On the real estate front, Magoffin Avenue in Central El Paso is drawing attention for a rising squatter crisis. Residents report abandoned homes and vehicles are being occupied by transients, resulting in theft and general disorder. The city has condemned at least one such property, 1306 Magoffin, which is headed for demolition. Local officials urge neighbors to report suspicious activity using the city’s 311 service, and the new Magoffin historic district neighborhood association hopes to bring residents together for solutions.
We turn now to City Hall, where El Paso City Council is preparing for a meeting Tuesday to tighten short-term rental rules, part of ongoing efforts to address housing complaints and maintain neighborhood integrity. Also on the agenda is a complaint about a politically charged video being played at the airport.
For business news, Central El Paso sees a burst of energy with the recent opening of Café Verde on Montana Avenue, offering vegan options and attracting both locals and visitors. On the other side, Coyote Books on Mesa Street announced its closing this week due to rising rent, marking the end of an era for book lovers.
Let’s talk weather. It is a crisp, cool morning across town, with highs expected to reach just below seventy degrees and a passing chance of light showers this afternoon. Folks heading to outdoor events or the farmers market at the Union Plaza should bring a jacket and maybe an umbrella just in case. The outlook for the rest of the weekend shows more mild temperatures and clear skies Sunday.
In school sports, UTEP volleyball made headlines by ending Western Kentucky’s one hundred match Conference USA winning streak last night, a huge jump for the Miners. Over at Del Valle High, the Conquistadores are facing Andress in a make-or-break football matchup for District 1-5A, Division 2—expect an exciting game tonight.
From the crime beat, Crime Stoppers of El Paso named several fugitives for this week and is encouraging listeners to call their tip line with any information. In Far East El Paso, a man was arrested yesterday after fleeing a traffic stop, highlighting continued police vigilance in our neighborhoods.
For those looking for entertainment and cultural events, Music Under the Stars returns to Chamizal National Memorial this evening with local bands taking the stage starting at six. Downtown, the El Paso Art Museum kicks off its Día de los Muertos exhibit tomorrow, showcasing local artists. The Borderland Pride Family Picnic is scheduled for Pedestrian Park Sunday afternoon.
And finally, a quick feel-good moment: volunteers with the Magoffin Neighborhood Association led a clean-up drive yesterday morning, collecting more than fifty bags of debris and helping restore curb appeal. Residents say they feel safer and are hopeful that small actions will spark big change.
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Turning to the job market, there is renewed focus on public safety positions this week. El Paso ISD faces a shortage of certified peace officers, currently thirteen short of their target, prompting the district to file for an exemption from the state requirement to have an armed officer at every campus. District leaders say recruiting is tough, not just here, but across law enforcement agencies throughout the city. Efforts are underway to partner with El Paso Police and private security to fill those gaps, but parents and staff should remain aware that the challenge continues.
On the real estate front, Magoffin Avenue in Central El Paso is drawing attention for a rising squatter crisis. Residents report abandoned homes and vehicles are being occupied by transients, resulting in theft and general disorder. The city has condemned at least one such property, 1306 Magoffin, which is headed for demolition. Local officials urge neighbors to report suspicious activity using the city’s 311 service, and the new Magoffin historic district neighborhood association hopes to bring residents together for solutions.
We turn now to City Hall, where El Paso City Council is preparing for a meeting Tuesday to tighten short-term rental rules, part of ongoing efforts to address housing complaints and maintain neighborhood integrity. Also on the agenda is a complaint about a politically charged video being played at the airport.
For business news, Central El Paso sees a burst of energy with the recent opening of Café Verde on Montana Avenue, offering vegan options and attracting both locals and visitors. On the other side, Coyote Books on Mesa Street announced its closing this week due to rising rent, marking the end of an era for book lovers.
Let’s talk weather. It is a crisp, cool morning across town, with highs expected to reach just below seventy degrees and a passing chance of light showers this afternoon. Folks heading to outdoor events or the farmers market at the Union Plaza should bring a jacket and maybe an umbrella just in case. The outlook for the rest of the weekend shows more mild temperatures and clear skies Sunday.
In school sports, UTEP volleyball made headlines by ending Western Kentucky’s one hundred match Conference USA winning streak last night, a huge jump for the Miners. Over at Del Valle High, the Conquistadores are facing Andress in a make-or-break football matchup for District 1-5A, Division 2—expect an exciting game tonight.
From the crime beat, Crime Stoppers of El Paso named several fugitives for this week and is encouraging listeners to call their tip line with any information. In Far East El Paso, a man was arrested yesterday after fleeing a traffic stop, highlighting continued police vigilance in our neighborhoods.
For those looking for entertainment and cultural events, Music Under the Stars returns to Chamizal National Memorial this evening with local bands taking the stage starting at six. Downtown, the El Paso Art Museum kicks off its Día de los Muertos exhibit tomorrow, showcasing local artists. The Borderland Pride Family Picnic is scheduled for Pedestrian Park Sunday afternoon.
And finally, a quick feel-good moment: volunteers with the Magoffin Neighborhood Association led a clean-up drive yesterday morning, collecting more than fifty bags of debris and helping restore curb appeal. Residents say they feel safer and are hopeful that small actions will spark big change.
Thank you for tuning in to El Paso Local Pulse. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a morning roundup. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.
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By Inception Point AiGood morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Saturday, October 25th. We begin today with breaking news from downtown, where a serious accident just yesterday sent a pedestrian to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle near Stanton and Seventh Street close to the Santa Fe port of entry. El Paso police are investigating, and we will keep our ears out for updates as the situation develops.
Turning to the job market, there is renewed focus on public safety positions this week. El Paso ISD faces a shortage of certified peace officers, currently thirteen short of their target, prompting the district to file for an exemption from the state requirement to have an armed officer at every campus. District leaders say recruiting is tough, not just here, but across law enforcement agencies throughout the city. Efforts are underway to partner with El Paso Police and private security to fill those gaps, but parents and staff should remain aware that the challenge continues.
On the real estate front, Magoffin Avenue in Central El Paso is drawing attention for a rising squatter crisis. Residents report abandoned homes and vehicles are being occupied by transients, resulting in theft and general disorder. The city has condemned at least one such property, 1306 Magoffin, which is headed for demolition. Local officials urge neighbors to report suspicious activity using the city’s 311 service, and the new Magoffin historic district neighborhood association hopes to bring residents together for solutions.
We turn now to City Hall, where El Paso City Council is preparing for a meeting Tuesday to tighten short-term rental rules, part of ongoing efforts to address housing complaints and maintain neighborhood integrity. Also on the agenda is a complaint about a politically charged video being played at the airport.
For business news, Central El Paso sees a burst of energy with the recent opening of Café Verde on Montana Avenue, offering vegan options and attracting both locals and visitors. On the other side, Coyote Books on Mesa Street announced its closing this week due to rising rent, marking the end of an era for book lovers.
Let’s talk weather. It is a crisp, cool morning across town, with highs expected to reach just below seventy degrees and a passing chance of light showers this afternoon. Folks heading to outdoor events or the farmers market at the Union Plaza should bring a jacket and maybe an umbrella just in case. The outlook for the rest of the weekend shows more mild temperatures and clear skies Sunday.
In school sports, UTEP volleyball made headlines by ending Western Kentucky’s one hundred match Conference USA winning streak last night, a huge jump for the Miners. Over at Del Valle High, the Conquistadores are facing Andress in a make-or-break football matchup for District 1-5A, Division 2—expect an exciting game tonight.
From the crime beat, Crime Stoppers of El Paso named several fugitives for this week and is encouraging listeners to call their tip line with any information. In Far East El Paso, a man was arrested yesterday after fleeing a traffic stop, highlighting continued police vigilance in our neighborhoods.
For those looking for entertainment and cultural events, Music Under the Stars returns to Chamizal National Memorial this evening with local bands taking the stage starting at six. Downtown, the El Paso Art Museum kicks off its Día de los Muertos exhibit tomorrow, showcasing local artists. The Borderland Pride Family Picnic is scheduled for Pedestrian Park Sunday afternoon.
And finally, a quick feel-good moment: volunteers with the Magoffin Neighborhood Association led a clean-up drive yesterday morning, collecting more than fifty bags of debris and helping restore curb appeal. Residents say they feel safer and are hopeful that small actions will spark big change.
Thank you for tuning in to El Paso Local Pulse. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a morning roundup. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Turning to the job market, there is renewed focus on public safety positions this week. El Paso ISD faces a shortage of certified peace officers, currently thirteen short of their target, prompting the district to file for an exemption from the state requirement to have an armed officer at every campus. District leaders say recruiting is tough, not just here, but across law enforcement agencies throughout the city. Efforts are underway to partner with El Paso Police and private security to fill those gaps, but parents and staff should remain aware that the challenge continues.
On the real estate front, Magoffin Avenue in Central El Paso is drawing attention for a rising squatter crisis. Residents report abandoned homes and vehicles are being occupied by transients, resulting in theft and general disorder. The city has condemned at least one such property, 1306 Magoffin, which is headed for demolition. Local officials urge neighbors to report suspicious activity using the city’s 311 service, and the new Magoffin historic district neighborhood association hopes to bring residents together for solutions.
We turn now to City Hall, where El Paso City Council is preparing for a meeting Tuesday to tighten short-term rental rules, part of ongoing efforts to address housing complaints and maintain neighborhood integrity. Also on the agenda is a complaint about a politically charged video being played at the airport.
For business news, Central El Paso sees a burst of energy with the recent opening of Café Verde on Montana Avenue, offering vegan options and attracting both locals and visitors. On the other side, Coyote Books on Mesa Street announced its closing this week due to rising rent, marking the end of an era for book lovers.
Let’s talk weather. It is a crisp, cool morning across town, with highs expected to reach just below seventy degrees and a passing chance of light showers this afternoon. Folks heading to outdoor events or the farmers market at the Union Plaza should bring a jacket and maybe an umbrella just in case. The outlook for the rest of the weekend shows more mild temperatures and clear skies Sunday.
In school sports, UTEP volleyball made headlines by ending Western Kentucky’s one hundred match Conference USA winning streak last night, a huge jump for the Miners. Over at Del Valle High, the Conquistadores are facing Andress in a make-or-break football matchup for District 1-5A, Division 2—expect an exciting game tonight.
From the crime beat, Crime Stoppers of El Paso named several fugitives for this week and is encouraging listeners to call their tip line with any information. In Far East El Paso, a man was arrested yesterday after fleeing a traffic stop, highlighting continued police vigilance in our neighborhoods.
For those looking for entertainment and cultural events, Music Under the Stars returns to Chamizal National Memorial this evening with local bands taking the stage starting at six. Downtown, the El Paso Art Museum kicks off its Día de los Muertos exhibit tomorrow, showcasing local artists. The Borderland Pride Family Picnic is scheduled for Pedestrian Park Sunday afternoon.
And finally, a quick feel-good moment: volunteers with the Magoffin Neighborhood Association led a clean-up drive yesterday morning, collecting more than fifty bags of debris and helping restore curb appeal. Residents say they feel safer and are hopeful that small actions will spark big change.
Thank you for tuning in to El Paso Local Pulse. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a morning roundup. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI