Good morning, El Paso. It’s Thursday and we have some very delicious spots for you to check out today.

In today’s Border City Buzz:

• Advanced Manufacturing Coming To El Paso

• Play Featuring Peanuts Characters

• Bakery Has MAJOR Sale

Let’s get to it.

Around Town

Award Winning El Paso Food 😋

El Paso is shining bright in the food world with several nominations for the 2025 James Beard Awards, known as the "Oscars of food."

These awards honor restaurants and chefs for making great food and supporting their community. Winners will be announced on June 16 in Chicago.

El Paso nominees:

• Outstanding Restaurant: ELEMI

• Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker: Mateo Herrera, La Puerta del Sol

• Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program: Taconeta

Advanced Manufacturing Coming To El Paso 🏗️

El Paso is taking big steps to become a leader in advanced manufacturing! The City Council approved a contract to kick off Phase 1 of the Advanced Manufacturing District (AMD) at the El Paso International Airport.

This project promises to bring aerospace and defense industries to the city, creating thousands of jobs and boosting the economy.

Mayor Renard Johnson said this will help provide high-paying jobs and position El Paso as a leader in innovation. The AMD is expected to support 300 new manufacturing companies and create about 4,000 engineering jobs and 13,000 technical jobs by 2030.

Phase 1 includes building three facilities to help small- and medium-sized manufacturers thrive.

Key Highlights:

• Jobs: 4,000 engineering and 13,000 technical jobs by 2030

• Phase 1 Build: One 50,000 sq. ft. building and two 100,000 sq. ft. multi-tenant facilities

• Funding: $40 million grant from U.S. Economic Development Administration

• Goal: Make El Paso a hub for aerospace and defense innovation

Time To Get Your Heart Pumping 💘

Get ready to show your heart some love! Live Active El Paso’s annual “Love Yourself, Love Your Heart” walk is happening Sunday, Feb. 2, at Scenic Drive.

The free, three-mile walk/run kicks off at 9 A.M. from the westside entrance—no registration needed!

The event starts with a warm-up routine and features wellness booths from community organizations. The Hospitals of Providence will offer free blood pressure screenings and heart health tips as part of their “Be Your Own Heart Hero” campaign.

Participants can snag cool Live Active swag like T-shirts and cooling towels as well. For details, visit www.LiveActiveEP.com.

Things To Do

Sit & Stich 🧵

Sit & Stitch at the Clardy Fox Library Branch! Join this fun and relaxing session on crafting and sewing, perfect for beginners.

Tutorials and guidance are available to help you get started. Stop by from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. at 5515 Robert Alva Ave. Bring your creativity!

Peanuts Characters, Teen Issues 🎭

Peanuts like you’ve never seen them before! Teatro Neplanta is putting a bold, modern spin on your favorite cartoon gang with Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead by Bert V. Royal.

Think teen drama meets classic comic strips—it’s hilarious, emotional, and totally unexpected.

The play runs at Studio 1929, 328 Leon St. Showtimes? Thursday to Saturday at 7:30 PM, with extra matinees Saturday and Sunday at 2:30 PM. Tickets are $24 for adults, $12 for students.

Grab your popcorn, bring your feels, and enjoy the show! You can get tickets here if interested.

Local Business

New Bakery Opening 🍰

Azúcar Morena is celebrating its grand opening at 2801 North Piedras this Saturday, Jan. 25, from 12 P.M. to 4 P.M.!

Known for their creative empanadas, jumbo cinnamon rolls, and stuffed conchas, they’re offering 50% off all orders during the event (while supplies last). Hurry if you want some delicious treats!

Weather

Thursday

⬆️ 45 ⬇️ 19 | ☀️ | 0% chance of rain

Friday

⬆️ 51 ⬇️ 28 | 🌤️ | 0% chance of rain

Saturday

⬆️ 64 ⬇️ 37 | 🌤️ | 0% chance of rain

Live Music & Entertainment

Thursday

• Lex Luna - Coco Miel Bar - 1515 Lee Trevino Dr. El Paso - 10:00 P.M. - 1:00 A.M.

• Jez - 1922 - 502 N Oregon St. Suite B, El Paso - 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.

• Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More - St. Rogers Depot - 420 N Campbell St. El Paso - 5:30 P.M. - 6:45 P.M. (tickets)

• Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay - St. Rogers Depot - 420 N Campbell St. El Paso - 7:30 P.M. - 8:45 P.M. (tickets)

• Karaoke Night – Cactus Owl – 204 Palm Street, El Paso, TX – 7:00 P.M.

Friday

• Anna Maria Rosales & The Unfit Mothers - Iron Gnome - 4698 Hueco Tanks Rd. El Paso - 7:00 P.M.

• El Paso Symphony Orchestra - Love in the Age of War - Plaza Theatre - 125 Pioneer Plaza, El Paso - Doors Open 6:30 P.M., Start Time 7:30 P.M. (tickets)

• La Maquinaria Norteña - Tequilas Event Center - San Felipe, El Paso - 9:00 P.M. - 1:00 A.M.

• Austin Jimmy Murphy – Three Missions Brewery – 10179 Socorro Rd., Socorro, TX 79927 – 6:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.

• Jordan Taylor LIVE! – 1922 – 502 N Oregon St. Ste B, El Paso, TX 79901 – 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.

• Prime Band – Rosa's Cantina – 3454 Doniphan Dr, El Paso, TX 79922 – 8:00 P.M. – Midnight.

• Sweet Nadine – Bowl El Paso – 11144 Pellicano Dr, El Paso, TX – 8:00 P.M.

• Aftermath – Cactus Owl – 204 Palm Street, El Paso, TX – 9:00 P.M.

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