As we near the end of this historic and tumultuous year, El Paso Matters would like to hear from you, our readers, about the lessons of 2020 for El Pasoans. How has this year changed ...
Small businesses have borne the economic brunt of the pandemic, with revenue streams dried up and a shifting terrain of shutdown orders. This holiday season, the question of whether El Pasoans shop local may determine ...
Whether it’s caring for a spouse, parent or child, caregiving always presents stresses and challenges. With the added stress of trying to maintain a routine and cleanliness with the pandemic, it may cause caregivers to ...
I’ve never fancied myself a “green thumb.” If anything, I would say I’ve had an indifferent thumb when it comes to gardening. Quite frankly if the novel coronavirus hadn’t reached a pandemic level I may ...
By Xavier Miranda The pandemic has revealed how corporate influence on our education system has sorely failed our students. Rather than relying on the expertise of educators, who best know the individual needs of our ...
As the number of COVID-19 cases approaches 400, evidence is emerging that compliance with strict government mandates and safety suggestions is slowing the spread of the disease in El Paso County. The number of new ...
UPDATE: El Paso reported 96 COVID-19 cases on Friday, nearly doubling the 50 reported on Tuesday. That continues the rapid doubling rate El Paso has experienced since the first case was reported March 13. I’m ...
El Paso parks will close at 11:59 p.m. Wednesday as city and county leaders take more stringent steps to control the spread of COVID-19. The new order was announced as the number of positive tests ...
Restaurants and bars are an increasing focal point in efforts to contain the spread of coronavirus, with some cities and states ordering closures or other limits. But El Paso officials Sunday said it was still ...
El Paso Matters Voters Guide
Your guide for the Nov. 3, 2020, General Election in El Paso. It includes:
- How candidates responded to our questionnaires on key issues
- Where to find sample ballots
- Voting locations and methods
- Important dates
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Messages for Graduates
Graduation Video Special: Notable El Pasoans and Juarenses salute our community graduates
CIUDAD JUAREZ — The sounds in the gym are like those you’d hear anywhere. The instructor of the class shouts directions and encouragement and counts reps out loud. The 15 people arranged in a circle ...