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🌱 Patch AM: How deputies say a far East El Paso burglary led to five warrants
And check out Christmas Eve Services at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John on the El Paso Patch calendar
What's up El Paso! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How deputies say a far East El Paso burglary led to five warrants
- What’s next for the El Paso Zoo’s stalled fundraising plan?
- Why an El Paso star QB is thrilled about this year’s Sun Bowl
Also on today's calendar: Christmas Eve Services at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John and 4 more events.
Find out what's happening in El Pasofor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Today's riddle: What did the little needle say to the mother needle when it brought home a failing report card? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in El Pasofor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Thursday: Clouds and sun, with a high of 75 and low of 48 degrees.
- Friday: Clouds and sun, temps: high: 76, low: 48.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 73 and low of 49 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Wanted man nabbed for burglary, drug charges in far East El Paso County (ktsm.com) — Deputies arrested a 33-year-old El Paso man after responding to a reported home burglary in far East El Paso County near San Elizario. Investigators say he tried to give false information, was found with fentanyl pills and drug paraphernalia, and was booked into the El Paso County Detention Facility on multiple charges and outstanding warrants. 
2. City leaders question fundraising plan after El Paso Zoo audit (kfoxtv.com) — City officials are scrutinizing how the El Paso Zoo will raise money now that its longtime nonprofit fundraising partner is gone and donations flow through the Paso del Norte Community Foundation. With no clear development plan and only an interim director in place, leaders say a new master plan and City Council approval will be crucial for the zoo’s future projects and funding.
3. El Paso's Jake Fette will get to see future team in the 2025 Sun Bowl (elpasotimes.com) — El Paso quarterback Jake Fette, a Del Valle High School standout, will get to watch his future team, Arizona State, play in this year’s Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl. The four-star recruit discusses his commitment, chance for early playing time, and the strong ties he’s built with ASU’s coaching staff.
4. Traffic stop leads to DWI arrest in Horizon (ktsm.com) — Horizon City police say a Sunday night traffic stop near Eastlake led to the DWI arrest of a 35‑year‑old woman, who was later booked into the El Paso County Detention facility. Officers reported signs of intoxication and a breath test over the legal limit, and they’re urging El Paso‑area residents to take impaired driving seriously and report suspicious behavior.
📸 Around El Paso
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Other local events
- Christmas Eve Services at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John
Cathedral of St John , 318 Silver Ave SW , Albuquerque
8:00 pm - VALENTINO KHAN - 360 Set Experience @ 11:11 in El Paso, TX // Saturday 12.27.25 // 18+
11:11 EP TX , 9740 Dyer St , El Paso
8:00 pm - Last Sunday Hike - Schaeffer Shuffle
West Cottonwood Spring Trailhead , 2900 Tom Mays Access Road , El Paso
8:30 am - First Day Hike - Mundy's Gap
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9:00 am - First Day Hike - Upper Sunset & Tom Mays Trails
Franklin Mountains State Park FranklinMountainsStatePark Map&Directions
10:00 am - Lantern-lit Mine Tour
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8:30 am - Prospect Mine Tour
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Story Time & New Parent Support
Mickelsen Community Library , 2 Sheridan Rd , Fort Bliss
9:00 am - (BID) Businesses in Development Academy – Get Government Contracts 101
Chayo Apodaca Community Center , 341 N Moon Rd , Socorro
10:00 am - Bird Tour: Christmas Bird Count
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site HuecoTanksStatePark&HistoricSite Map&Directions
8:00 am - High Tea at The Dome Bar
Hotel Paso Del Norte, Autograph Collection , 10 Henry Trost Ct , El Paso
11:00 am - Jesús Trejo Comedy
The Garrison , 420 E San Antonio Ave , El Paso
7:30 pm
Thursday December 25
Friday December 26
Saturday December 27
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- #REUNITED!
Please! Two of my puppies got out this morning! They are both chipped. Very friendly. The little one (cocker spaniel) is called Lady, and her sister … (Nextdoor El Dorado West) - 350 Luminarias will be lighting the 920 block of Agua Caliente (2nd block up from Westwind) on Christmas Eve.
If you are out driving, please detour up our cul de sac to enjoy. (Nextdoor Chaparral Park North)
- TradeJobsWorkforce posted a job opening for American Airlines Baggage Handler in El Paso. Apply here.
- Coleman Worldwide Moving, LLC posted a job opening for Helper / Packer / Mover in El Paso. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near El Paso here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I guess I’m not as sharp as I thought.
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