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Hey El Paso, hope your week’s off to a good start! In case you missed yesterday’s email, BaseLocal Business went live last week… and it’s going way better than I ever could have imagined!
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The more businesses we have on the platform, the more events, announcements, news, cool spots to check out, and deals we’ll have to share with you all every week. So if you know of a local business that belongs in the newsletter, forward this email to them or send ‘em here so they sign up too! The more the merrier 🙂
That’s all for today – let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Making dental visits easier: The Dental Trade Alliance Foundation launched workshops at Texas Tech Health El Paso last week to support families with disabilities, offering desensitization kits and training with local partners — read the full story.
Lead local public safety: El Paso County is seeking volunteer board members for two Emergency Service Districts. Applicants must be qualified voters in the district or have taxable land, helping guide local emergency response — check eligibility and apply online.
Automotive manufacturing hub expands: GreenPower Motor Company will build an electric school bus factory in Santa Teresa and move its U.S. headquarters there, creating more than 340 jobs for the Borderplex near El Paso — get all the details.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per 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.
Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had its best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
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🫶 We got your back
Your options and next steps: El Paso Community College extended the Spring 2026 payment deadline to January 30 at 5 p.m. Registration remains open with immediate payment. Financial help is available through an Emergency Loan or an Installment Payment Plan for students needing support. Learn about deadline and aid.
Tuscan vibes, West Texas: When you want a mellow escape that still feels local, Zin Valle Vineyards offers a laid-back tasting room, picnic-friendly patios, and weekend music in the valley. Easygoing pours with a subtle Italian accent, minus the jet lag.
Dial in your stride: Whether you’re easing back into workouts or just want kicks that spare your arches, Up & Running offers quick gait analysis and a treadmill try-on to find your fit. Skip the guess-and-pray routine; enjoy miles that feel easy around the neighborhood, not like a chore.
A new haircare solution: My hair’s been thinning and I’ve been quietly ignoring it, hoping it’ll fix itself. Plot twist… it hasn’t. When I finally started looking into what I should do, there were so many options I didn’t know where to start. I stumbled on Keranique, and its simplicity really sold me. One kit, no pills, no choosing products, and no confusion whatsoever. It’s also on sale with a money-back guarantee (although I doubt you’ll need it).
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
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📆 Around town this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
This week
✏ Live Draw @ El Paso Art Association Crossland Gallery | Thursday (1/22) at 5:30 PM – Live Draw at El Paso Art Association’s Art Junction is an open, professional session where anyone can pull up an easel and make art. Bring a sketchbook, sip your coffee, and trade desert wind for charcoal dust. No pretension, just practice, and good company.
🕯 Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles @ St. Rogers Depot | Thursday (1/22) at 8:30 PM – Think you know all the throwback tunes? Candlelight sets Queen and The Beatles in a glowing El Paso venue, turning familiar anthems into goosebumps. Equal parts date night, nostalgia, and humblebrag, no lighters needed, just let the strings do the flexing.
👶 Diaper Dash 2026 @ Westside Pregnancy Center | Friday (1/23) at 4:00 PM – Think you’ve retired from diaper duty? Think again, we’re squaring off with other California cities to stock local families. Bring sizes 4, 5, and 6, baby essentials, or cash that counts, then tune to KYCC 89.1 for live tallies and local bragging rights.
This weekend
🛍 Rummage Sale! @ Woman’s Club | Saturday (1/24) at 9:00 AM – Take a spin through a good old-fashioned rummage sale, with household goods, home decor, children’s gear, antiques, and more. Shop guilt-free, every dollar fuels our historical clubhouse. Got treasures to offload? Donations are welcomed before the sale, and your closets will applaud.
🍰 Youth’s silent art and cake auction @ Bethel F.O.R.C.E. Church Cogic | Saturday (1/24) at 10:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for an excuse to eat cake for a cause, the youth have you covered. Silent auction with local art, student pieces, and bake-off beauties, all in person, no keyboard warriors. Bring your bidding face, your sweet tooth, and your checkbook.
🌱 Tips For Winter Gardening @ Ascarate Teaching & Demonstration Garden | Saturday (1/24) at 11:00 AM – Bundle up and head to Ascarate Teaching and Demonstration Garden for proof your yard does not have to nap till spring. Expect tours on winter crops, perennials, backyard gardening, and tree pruning, plus kid-friendly activities, and enough tips to outlast a cold snap.
🚲 Kidicalmass Dr. Seuss Ride @ J P Shawer Park | Sunday (1/25) at 9:30 AM – Got kids who think bikes are just for getting to school? Dress them like the Cat, hop on an 8-mile cruise from Shawver Park along the Playa Trail, and bribe them with pan dulce and hot chocolate. Low gears, high spirits, zero Grinches.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 El Paso report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 57°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 57. East wind 2 to 6 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 35. Northwest wind around 2 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 62°F – Low: 39°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 62. North northwest wind around 2 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 39. East southeast wind around 2 mph.
This house is wild
On 1.74 acres in unincorporated El Paso County, this five-structure, 6,250 square foot compound balances income now with clear upside. Four units are livable, three single-family homes plus a studio. Three more, a duplex and a detached studio, are framed and plumbed. The 2,900 square foot main home includes an attached studio, and a 1,943 square foot rear residence is tenant occupied.
Recent roof replacements cover the main home and a studio unit. The rear home has a partial replacement and refrigerated air. Two adjoining parcels create multiple access points and a flexible layout near the Montana Avenue growth corridor. Conveys as one offering. Seller will consider all offers, and owner financing is available.
Take a peek inside →
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