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Hey El Paso, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: La Nube’s spring break camps, Humbe’s Dueño del Cielo tour, and a free Creed tribute + lots of fun things to do for free.

Quick money tip: 2025 was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%. Analysts expect the momentum to continue, making precious metals a smart way to protect your savings. Curious how it works? Check out AHG’s free investor guide.*

📰 In the news

Pop culture meets engineering: La Nube’s spring break camps are underway this week, with Fab Lab Cosplay Creations for grades 6 to 12 and Innovation League for grades 3 to 5 through March 20 — get all the details.

Grant bolsters family safeguards: El Paso County was awarded $138,800 to expand supervised visitation and exchange services, boosting child safety and funding Supportive Parenting Time and Guardian ad Litem services in family violence cases — learn what the grant funds.

Plan ahead for holiday fun: Ascarate Park is taking picnic shelter reservations for Easter weekend, with Easter on April 5, free first come shelters remain and reservations close March 27 — see how to reserve a shelter.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*

Paying hundreds of dollars a month for car insurance? Switching providers could save you up to $600 a year, and shopping around is way faster than it used to be – free comparison tools like this one make it easy.*

Highlights this week:

• Hunt leprechauns at HSI open house
• The El Paso Band rocks Fanatics
• Hike Tonuco fluorite mine and petroglyphs
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home*

💎 Local business spotlight

Neon, nachos, nostalgia: Whether you’re sliding in after work or plotting a low-key night with friends, The Tap Bar & Restaurant serves classic dive-bar energy—cold drinks, jukebox hum, and those famously piled-high nachos. It’s the kind of cozy chaos that turns a random weeknight into a story you’ll retell.

Where pups run wild: Tierra Buena Dog Park delivers roomy off-leash space, separate small/large zones, an agility course, benches, and a pup-friendly drinking fountain—aka everything for a solid after‑work romp. Swing by with a tennis ball and that one squeaker toy they pretend not to be obsessed with.

Your midweek reset: Whether you’re overdue for deep‑tissue relief, a glow‑up facial, or a low‑key couples session, Massage Bliss Wellness Spa keeps it easy to book and even easier to feel like a human again—no fuss, solid therapists, and options to match whatever your week threw at you.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

🫶 We got your back

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The $1,300 mistake most Americans make every year: According to the National Financial Education Council, poor financial literacy costs the average American over a thousand dollars annually. That’s not investment losses. That’s money lost to bad decisions, missed strategies, and advice from people who may not always put your interests first. There’s a free way to fix that, and it starts with one question. Find out what it is →

$22k in interest (on a $30k balance): That’s what minimum payments cost you over 20 years. You’ll pay back nearly double what you borrowed, and your credit card company is counting on you not doing that math. Debt settlement programs negotiate balances down and get people out of debt in 2-4 years instead of 20. Learn more about how they work →

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared five programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as “normal wear and tear,” and they’re 100% on you. We looked into solutions that fill that gap. Here’s what we found →

📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

💬 Talking Youth @ Bright Futures Family Resource Center | Tuesday (3/17) at 1:30 PM – Got a tween or teen who could use real talk that isn’t from TikTok? El Paso Center for Children hosts a free afternoon for ages 10 to 17 on friendships, relationships, and health at Bright Futures Family Resource Center, snacks, drinks included, call (915) 565-5021.

🖼 America 250 Lecture: A Woman at Her Easel: Leola Freeman @ Magoffin Home Visitor Center | Thursday (3/19) at 6:00 PM – Swing by Magoffin Home for a free, image-rich dive into Leola Freeman, the El Paso impressionist you’ve probably admired without realizing. Her descendant, Jennifer Moxley, digs into the art, the archives, and the scene she helped build, with light refreshments supporting Casa Magoffin Compañeros.

🏛 Fort Bliss Restoration Advisory Board @ Veteran’s Recreational Center, Veterans Park, 5301 Salem Drive, El Paso | Wednesday (3/25) at 6:00 PM – Trade bar talk for real input: the Fort Bliss Restoration Advisory Board is meeting on Castner Range, new contracts, munitions safety, and fieldwork north of the range. Show up at the Veteran’s Recreational Center, or hop on MS Teams, free, and open to all.

🐣 Mesquite Hills 5th Annual Egg Hunt/Kite Day @ IDEA Mesquite Hills | Thursday (4/2) at 5:00 PM – Break up your week and head to Mesquite Hills Thursday evening for Egg Hunt and Kite Day. It’s free to wander, with egg hunts, kite flying, food vendors, and grade-level fundraisers, so bring a kite or buy one, because apparently Thursday is the new Saturday.

🎨 Art Exhibition: “Sparky’s World – A STEAM Art Experience” @ Beautiful Minds MALI | Saturday (4/18) at 9:00 AM – Registration is open for a free STEAM art project where kids design Sparky the Robot’s world at Beautiful Minds MALI, with prizes up to $100, bragging rights, and work showcased at El Paso Science Festival. Space is limited, so claim a spot before Sparky does.

🎸 Signs of Sacrifice @ Speaking Rock Entertainment Center | Saturday (4/18) at 6:00 PM – If the words “Can you take me higher” still hit a nerve, this free, 21-and-up Creed tribute is your catharsis. Signs of Sacrifice nails the Tremonti riffs, the Stapp growl, and the earnest arm spreads, delivering unapologetic late-90s nostalgia with actual chops.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 El Paso report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 78°F – Low: 53°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 78. South southeast wind 2 to 6 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 53. West wind 2 to 6 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 88°F – Low: 57°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 88. North northeast wind around 5 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 57. East southeast wind around 3 mph.

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