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Greetings El Paso! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Mesa Street is still shut down after a severe motorcycle crash
  • Will your El Paso Electric bill jump as much as expected?
  • How Operation Noel is wrapping El Paso kids in warmth this winter

Also on today's calendar: Christmas Eve Services at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John and 3 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did the stop sign say to the yield sign? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Monday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 61 and low of 37 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 69, low: 37.
  • Wednesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 70 and low of 43 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Motorcycle crash leaves one critically injured, section of Mesa Street remain closed (kfoxtv.com) — A serious overnight motorcycle crash in west El Paso left one rider with life-threatening injuries and has both directions of North Mesa Street near the 4400 block still closed as investigators work the scene. El Paso fire crews responded around 2:20 a.m., and police have released few details so far. Drivers in the area should expect delays until the investigation wraps up.
   

2. Judges in El Paso Electric rate case recommend smaller rate increase, less profit for utility (kvia.com) — El Paso Electric customers could see a smaller rate hike than first proposed after judges recommended limiting the utility’s profit margin and keeping basic customer charges flat. The proposal also preserves the current minimum bill for rooftop solar users while calling for more study, and a final decision from Texas regulators is expected early next year.
   

3. Kids from the Borderland receive jackets from Operation Noel (kvia.com) — Operation Noel donations are helping El Paso and Juárez kids stay warm this winter, providing free jackets through a local giveaway at Fox Acura. Children from the Boys and Girls Club of El Paso met Santa, received gifts, and took home much-needed coats during the long-running community program.
   

4. El Paso snubbed in Yelp Elite Squad's top 25 tamale spots in the U.S. (elpasotimes.com) — El Paso didn’t land a single spot on Yelp’s new list of the top 25 tamale destinations in the U.S., but local favorites are still drawing rave reviews. This piece highlights Pepe’s and several other El Paso-area tamale shops, sharing their history, locations, and why locals swear by them during the holiday season.
   

5. CRRUA finishes year with all treatment plants compliant with New Mexico regulations (ktsm.com) — Reporting from El Paso, officials say the Camino Real Regional Utility Authority has kept all four of its New Mexico treatment facilities in full compliance with arsenic standards for an entire year. Residents of Sunland Park and Santa Teresa now have a full year of test data showing arsenic levels below federal limits, with detailed results posted online for public review.
   

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Other local events
    Saturday December 20
  • Old Tin Mine Hike
    Chuck Heinrich Memorial Park , End of Jon Cunningham Blvd , El Paso
    8:00 am
  • Chihuahuan Desert Ornament Making
    Chamizal National Park , 800 South San Marcial Street , El Paso
    1:00 pm
    • Wednesday December 24
  • Christmas Eve Services at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John
    Cathedral of St John , 318 Silver Ave SW , Albuquerque
    8:00 pm
    • Sunday December 28
  • Last Sunday Hike - Schaeffer Shuffle
    West Cottonwood Spring Trailhead , 2900 Tom Mays Access Road , El Paso
    8:30 am

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  • I dropped food off at the Osborne Police station yesterday and they let me know there would be a big toy giveaway there in the parking lot on December 20.
    I don't have any more details than that, but I would get there early. And PLEASE - if you can afford gifts for your children don't take these. … (Nextdoor Bandolero - Tarascas)
  • Good morning neighbors!
    I wanted to take a quick moment to thank everyone who contributed to today's event with the homeless. It was a success because of you. There were… (Nextdoor Emerald Estates)
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  • Akima, LLC posted a job opening for Unarmed Male Detention Officer ($30.00/hour plus $5.09 H&W rate) in El Paso. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near El Paso here.

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