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Hello El Paso! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Monster Jam’s jaw-dropping stunts, Costco beating Walmart for groceries, and Haunted History Downtown Ghost Tour + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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📰 In the news
Jaw-dropping truck stunts: Monster Jam roars back to Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso this weekend, March 14 and 15, featuring Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, Megalodon, and more for high-flying, family-friendly fun — see dates, lineup, and tickets.
Classroom learning meets community service: UTEP accounting students are offering free VITA tax prep for the Paso del Norte community. The final session is today, giving residents a last chance for free help — see remaining service dates.
Unexpected grocery price rankings: Consumer Reports finds El Paso has the nation’s cheapest groceries, with Costco beating Walmart by 21.4 percent. BJ’s and Lidl also undercut Walmart, though not every chain operates locally — see how stores stack up.
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.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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💎 Local business spotlight
It’s pie o’clock: When your week calls for comfort, Butter Smith serves pecan packed with Texas pecans, bright key lime, banana cream, and cherry, plus whole pies to go. A slice for today and a full one for later… consider it responsible meal planning.
Fresh flowers, zero fuss: El Paso’s Debbie’s Bloomers has crafted hand-designed bouquets for over 40 years, pairing long-lasting stems with personal touches that feel just right. Ideal for birthdays, thinking-of-you moments, or giving the kitchen table a lift this week.
Chalk up this week: At Sessions Climbing + Fitness, friendly vibes meet routes for every level. Try your first moves or push for a new send, soak up the community energy, and leave with a satisfyingly modest forearm pump that proves showing up was the win.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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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 three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🌺 Poppies Fest 2026 @ El Paso Museum of Archaeology | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 PM – Poppies Fest is taking over the El Paso Museum of Archaeology with a festival weekend celebrating Castner Range, featuring free family fun, local artisans, Native traditions, performances, and hands-on activities. Come for the poppies, stay for the food trucks, the culture, and zero admission.
🥾 Friday the 13th Urban Hike @ Chuck Heinrich Memorial Park | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Feeling brave on Friday the 13th? Take a mellow urban hike with Franklin Mountains views and city vibes, wheelchair and stroller friendly, then settle in for spooky stories, eerie music, and laughs. Bring a chair, a tale to tell, and enjoy a free, low-fuss night.
🎣 Fishing/Cookout for Kids @ Ascarate Park | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Free kids’ fishing and cookout post up at the south end of the lake by playground and restrooms. Tackle and bait provided, returning members bring rods. Sign in at banners for bracelets to access food and gear, parents required, Starbucks for you, first come basis.
💎 RockHound RoundUp @ Dairy Queen | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Trade the trail dust for sparkle, meet at the DQ and Speedway off Transmountain and I-10, then carpool to Deming’s long-running gem show. Easy browsing on paved paths, fossils and minerals galore, friendly experts, no field collecting, just bring comfy shoes, water, sunscreen, and cash.
🏁 Monster Jam @ UTEP Sun Bowl Stadium | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – Grab your earplugs and let your inner 10-year-old drive, because Monster Jam is rolling in with giant trucks, wild stunts, and serious noise. Think Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, doing yoga on two wheels, then flying. Kids cheer, parents grin, everyone crashes early.
👻 Haunted History Downtown Ghost Tour @ Wigwam Museum | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 PM – Ghosts915 is leading a two-hour stroll through downtown El Paso’s haunted history, starting at the Wigwam where John Wesley Hardin once held court. Hear tales of Ponce’s Rancho, railroads, and six-shooter days, with the occasional stray cemetery. Complimentary coffee, tea, and hot chocolate included.
🐾 Paws in Action – Spring Intercession @ Humane Society of El Paso | Monday (3/16) at 8:00 AM – Need a Spring Break plan that beats another week of cartoons and crumbs on the couch? HSEP’s Paws in Action lets your kids meet friendly, furry teachers, dive into crafts, and learn from animal pros, for $50 per week. Spots go fast, call (915) 532-6971.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 El Paso report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 77°F – Low: 49°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 77. North wind 7 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 49. East wind around 8 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 77°F – Low: 51°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 77. Southeast wind 3 to 8 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 51. West southwest wind around 3 mph.
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