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Border City Buzz
February 24, 2025
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In today’s Border City Buzz:
Morning Group Hike
El Paso Marathon Sets Records
Healthy Eating Class
Let’s get to it.
Things To Do
Group Hike To Start The Day 🌄
Ready for a refreshing morning in nature? Join the Urban Hike at Gallegos Memorial Park on February 24! From 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M., enjoy beautiful mountain views and a walk through the stunning Canutillo area. Meet at 7:45 A.M. and hit the trail together!
📅 Date & Time: February 24 @ 8:00 A.M. – 9:00 A.M.
📍 Location: 7361 Bosque Rd, Canutillo, TX 79835
💲 Cost: None
Healthy Eating Class 🍏
Join Healthy Eating for Beginners on February 24! From 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. at Mustard Seed, The Amigos Garden, this fun event teaches you how to cook and enjoy healthy meals. Bring a friend and taste delicious dishes while learning simple ways to eat better!
📅 Date & Time: February 24 @ 10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.
📍 Location: Mustard Seed Cafe, The Amigos Garden
💲 Cost: None
Zumba Class For Everyone 💃
Get your groove on with Zumba Fuzion! This fun class mixes dance and cardio to help you burn calories and feel great. It’s perfect for any fitness level and will get your heart pumping!
📅 Date & Time: Feb. 24 - 9:15 A.M. - 10:15 A.M.
📍 Location: The Beast Urban Park
💲 Cost: None
Local News
Power Restored In Horizon City⚡
Power has been restored to about 1,400 customers in Horizon City after an ATV crash knocked out electricity. The crash, which happened on February 23, hit an electric pole, affecting Walmart and nearby homes. El Paso Electric worked quickly to fix the issue, and thankfully, no one was hurt. Be careful out there folks!
El Paso Marathon Sets Records 🏃♂️
The El Paso Marathon set a new record with over 500 participants and a fresh Eastside-to-Downtown course! The marathon, half marathon, and 5K all ended at San Jacinto Plaza, passing through iconic city streets along the way. This race is now a key qualifier for major marathons like Boston and New York for anyone wanting to run competitively.
Shape Our Community’s Future 🌍
Want to help make our community better? Take part in the 2025 Community Needs Assessment by filling out the survey below! Your opinions on housing, homelessness, and social services will guide plans for the next five years and help secure important funding. Available in English and Spanish!
👉 Take the survey: Click here
El Paso Spelling Bee Champ Announced 🐝
Anaya Tonde, a 4th grader from Mesita Elementary, won the 2025 Regional Spelling Bee by correctly spelling “jicama”! She will represent El Paso at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C., competing for the title of top speller in the country. Good luck, Anaya!
Live Music & Entertainment
Monday 2/24
Tuesday 2/25
Weather
Monday
⬆️ 80 ⬇️ 46 | 🌤️ | 0% chance of rain
Tuesday
⬆️ 82 ⬇️ 47 | ☀️ | 0% chance of rain
Wednesday
⬆️ 79 ⬇️ 48 | 🌤️ | 0% chance of rain
Sports
Stephanie Han Lands 1st Round KO 🥊🥊
Stephanie Han made history in El Paso by winning the WBA lightweight title with a first-round knockout! In Ring Wars 15, she took down Hannah Terlep with four powerful right hooks, ending the fight just before the first round ended. With this win, Han remains undefeated and becomes a world champion!
UTEP Basketball Falls Short 🏀
UTEP Men’s Basketball fell short against Jax State, losing 73-65 despite Otis Frazier III’s career-high 25 points and 10 rebounds. Frazier also moved to fourth place on UTEP’s all-time steals list. The Miners struggled with free throws, finishing 51.7% while JSU shot 72.7%. Next up: WKU on Thursday!
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