Last Year's Harvest Saves Texas' Meager Pecan Crop Dec 2, 2008
Although varying by size and scattered statewide, most large pecan orchards are along the I-35 corridor and in western Texas and the El Paso valley. "It's the worst I've seen in 20 years," said Kenneth Pape, who grows, buys and sells pecans in Seguin, northeast of San Antonio. (ABC News -- Wire)
Pitt Football: Sun Bowl shows interest in Panthers Dec 2, 2008
According to Sun Bowl chairman John Folmer, if Notre Dame is taken out of the equation and Pitt defeats Connecticut to go 9-3, the Panthers would be the first choice to play in the Dec. 31 game in El Paso, Texas. But if the Panthers lose, they likely would play in the Bowl Dec. 29 in Birmingham, Ala. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Neighborhood Celebrates Drainage Project Completion Dec 2, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- For the last 40 years, flooding has plagued one northeast El Paso neighborhood, but Monday evening residents celebrated the completion of an eight-month long project. The neighborhood on Joyce Circle sits in a low-lying area off Alabama Street. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
EPISD Propose Boundaries For New Schools Dec 2, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- El Paso Independent School District official havent finalized attendance zones for two new elementary schools currently under construction ... The neighborhood rezoning could affect students in 11 northeast El Paso schools ... A lot of them are military parents, so their kids just got used to having another little friend for that year, and there they going to have to move to another school again while they're still stationed in El Paso, said Garcia. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Tips To Stay Out Of Debt This Holiday Season Dec 2, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- The spiraling economy has got many El Pasoans struggling to pay off bills, which is why budgeting this holiday season is more important than ever. A financial adviser KFOX spoke with has some tips to help you stay out of debt. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
County Awards Bid To Begin Health Clinic Dec 2, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- On Monday County Commissioners voted to create a health clinic for county employees ... By making a health clinic available within walking distance from work for thousands of El Pasoans, Escobar said it can reduce cost and absenteeism. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
North Loop Drive In Socorro To Be Widened Dec 2, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- Traveling on North Loop Drive in Socorro can take a while because traffic can get heavy on the two-lane road. A solution in the works is to widen North Loop. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Ad firm scores Carls Jr. account Dec 1, 2008
Carl s Jr. has nine freestanding eateries in Texas: seven in El Paso, one in Laredo and one in San Antonio. Also, there are six Carl s Jr. restaurants inside Love s truck stops. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
New Gas Pipelines Clash With Some Landowners Dec 1, 2008
Owners of summer homes in the Scare Canyon Ranch area are worried by El Paso Corp.'s proposed Ruby Pipeline in northeastern Utah, which would require a 150-foot wide swath of trees be cut down during construction. Ray Gibbons, head of the canyon ranch homeowners association also said there are 22 underground springs that the association owns, which he said may be threatened by the 42-inch pipe. (Fox News)
Polls And Bowls Dec 1, 2008
By Senior WriterDate: Nov 30, 2008 It's not Florida, but don't worry Pitt football fans: It's probably still nice in El Paso, Texas in late December. to read the rest of this story. (PittInsiders.com)
Harden scores 40 as No. 14 ASU rolls Dec 1, 2008
Harden scored a tournament-record and career-high 40 points to lead Arizona States 88-58 rout of Texas El Paso in the third-place game of the 76 Classic on Sunday night ... Culpepper scored 14 points in the first 5:16 to lead Texas El Paso to an 18-11 lead ... In the second half, Texas El Paso scored only six points on free throws in a span of 10:55. (MSNBC -- Sports)
James Rodgers suffered broken collarbone in loss Dec 1, 2008
OSU -- which dropped to No. 25 in The Associated Press poll -- is likely to play in the Sun Bowl on Dec. 31 in El Paso, Texas ... There is a glimmer of hope that OSU's destination is a little sexier than El Paso. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Latinos unhappy with Obama picks Dec 1, 2008
Several of us have not forgotten that she was the first to call for the National Guard along the border and called it an emergency, and was sending the message that she might be appealing to the more conservative element who wanted to shut down the border, said Jose Rodriguez, the county attorney in El Paso, Texas. At the same time, Napolitano is lauded for opposing construction of a border fence and blocking bills that would require local police to arrest illegal immigrants. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Harden scores career-high 40 points in win Dec 1, 2008
Culpepper scored 14 points in the first 5:16 to lead Texas El Paso to an 18-11 lead ... In the second half, Texas El Paso scored only six points on free throws in a span of 10:55. (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Irish remain eager for bowl bid Dec 1, 2008
31) in El Paso, Texas where the Irish would draw the Pac 10's third place team, likely Oregon, Oregon State or California. But if Rutgers holds serve at home it would bounce the Irish into the uncertain world of at-large bids. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Men's college hoops roundup Dec 1, 2008
No. 14 Arizona State 88, Texas El Paso 58. ANAHEIM, Calif. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Man Arrested For Kidnapping Dec 1, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- The FBI nabs a man who was recently featured as a one of El Paso's most wanted suspects ... He is currently being held at the El Paso County Detention facility without bond. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Holiday Decorations Are Potential Fire Hazard Dec 1, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- Many El Pasoans will be putting up holiday decorations in the coming days, if they haven't already ... During this time of year, the El Paso Fire Department sees an increase in house fires, and in some cases, officials said it's cause by holiday decorations or candles ... "First of all Ceci, this is the kind of extension cord we recommend people use. This is a thicker, great extension cord," said Lt. Mario Hernandez, with the El Paso Fire Department. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Indian Terror Attacks Hit Home In El Paso Dec 1, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- On a Sunday morning, a fire burned at the Southwest Hindu Temple Society. As the flames flickered, Indian Americans in El Paso hoped they would burn away the violence in India ... "Whenever you have these kinds of attacks, we have people they want to attack, said Vivek Tandon, a University of Texas El Paso associate professor who attended the prayer. So we're just kind of cooling ourselves.". (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Migrants Expected To Head To Mexico For Holidays Dec 1, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- Nearly 1 million Mexican migrants living in the U.S. are expected to head home for the holidays. The trip is usually a lavish return for the migrants bringing cars filled with toys and extra cash for their families. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Emergency Crews Respond To Early-Morning Rollover Dec 1, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- Just before 6 a.m. Sunday El Paso Police responded to a rollover in Canutillo. It happened at Interstate 10 near Canutillo within the city limits. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
USU Takes Second Place in UTEP Thanksgiving Classic After a, 48-44, Loss to Monmouth Nov 30, 2008
EL PASO, Texas - Despite allowing under 50 points for the third-straight game, the Utah State women's basketball fell to Monmouth in the championship game of the UTEP Thanksgiving Classic, 48-44, on Saturday at the Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas. With the loss, the Aggies fall to 3-3, while Monmouth moves to 4-1 with the win. (Utahstateaggies.com)
Next best date: Sun in El Paso Nov 30, 2008
That snapped a six-game winning streak and most likely sent them to the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. We re disappointed with losing we hate it, coach Mike Riley said. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Beavers tumble in 112th Civil War Nov 30, 2008
Oregon and Oregon State could also be under consideration for the Sun Bowl, Dec. 31 in El Paso, Texas. The Dec. 20 Las Vegas Bowl is also a possibility, though more likely for Oregon State or California. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Mexicans go home with lessAt least one out-of-work migrant says he will not return to U.S. after holidays Nov 30, 2008
"There are no gifts, thanks to the recession," said the Phoenix hotel employee as he waited for a permit for his truck and trailer at a Mexican Customs office in Ciudad Juarez, across the Rio Grande from El Paso, Texas. Rosemary Guerrero said she and her husband could barely afford the trip to their native Durango state, despite falling gasoline prices. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Gunmen kill 8 in Mexican border restaurant Nov 30, 2008
The attack comes days after police found the bodies of seven men who were killed in a school soccer field in an upscale neighborhood of Ciudad Juarez, across the border from El Paso, Texas. The homicides were the latest of hundreds of killings in the city, where drug violence has taken a heavy toll during Mexico's nationwide crackdown on drug cartels that supply U.S. consumers. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Two Teens Arrested For Drug Possession Nov 30, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- A teen is arrested after police said they found her in possession of marijuana. Police said on Thanksgiving Day they responded to a drug use call in Northeast El Paso ... A 16-year-old boy who was with her at the time was referred to juvenile court while Briones was booked into the El Paso County Jail on a possession of marijuana charge. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Retailers Get A Boost On Black Friday Nov 30, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- For some people, shopping on Black Friday is just out of the question. Its just too crowded, said Sherryl McCaffery, who decided to shop on Saturday instead. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Aggies Advance to Championship Game of UTEP Thanksgiving Classic Nov 29, 2008
EL PASO, Texas - Behind 17-point performances from senior guards and , the Utah State women's basketball team captured a, 50-47, win over Texas State to advance to the championship game of the UTEP Thanksgiving Classic in El Paso, Texas. This was the first meeting between the Aggies and the Bobcats. (Utahstateaggies.com)
Kirby leaves Mansion for Austin post Nov 29, 2008
The sites which Kirby will oversee, including the Fulton Mansion, are Casa Navarro in San Antonio, Eisenhower Birthplace in Dennison, Landmark Inn in Castroville, Magoffin Home in El Paso, National Museum of the Pacific War in Fredricksburg, Sam Bell Maxey in Paris, Sam Rayburn House Museum in Bonham, Starr Family Home in Marshall, and Varner-Hogg Plantation in West Columbia. Kirby has acquired an apartment but will be coming home to Rockport on the weekends. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Baylor shoots down Sun Devils 87-78 Nov 29, 2008
The Sun Devils will face Texas El Paso for third place on Sunday. Arizona State NEWS. (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Wake Forest Pulls Ahead Of UTEP, 82-79 Nov 29, 2008
24 ESPN/USA Today, No. 19 AP) to an 82-79 victory over Texas El Paso in the 76 Classic. "Coach [Dino] Gaudio says that every time we're shooting free throws back in Winston-Salem, he tells us to shoot them like it's the last minute of the game," said Teague, who also tied a career-best with six assists. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Bowl Predictions Nov 29, 2008
SUN BOWL, El Paso, Texas - Dec. 31, 2 p.m., CBS. Matchup: Big 12 6/Big East 2 vs. Pac-10 3 This week's projection: West Virginia vs. Arizona. (Arizona Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vernon K. Maxey Nov 29, 2008
Inurnment will be held at a later date at Fort Bliss National Cemetery in El Paso, Texas. No comments posted. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Black Friday Traffic Not As Hectic Nov 29, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- Employees from the Texas Department of Transportation have spent all of Friday monitoring the road as thousands head to the stores for the holiday sales. Black Friday got an early start with the El Paso Outlet Center opening at midnight ... Traffic was bumper to bumper most of the day as El Pasoans head to Cielo Vista Mall for the holiday sales. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Warrant Round Up Brings In 30 Felons Nov 29, 2008
Officials from U.S Marshals, Texas department of public safety and El Paso sheriff's deputies tried to execute more than 200 warrants. The warrants came from high risk felons wanted for assault, sex crimes and other serious felonies. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Using Plastic To Shop? Unexpected Fees May Arise Nov 29, 2008
Unexpected Fees May Arise - News Story - KFOX El Paso ... EL PASO, Texas -- With all of the sales going on all around town, many of you are spending a lot of money, but it's the way you pay for those gifts that may affect you in the long run ... "Most companies have a clause in their contract that says that they can raise interest rates, fees at anytime for any purpose, said Pamela Banks from the Consumers Union.In this uncertain economy, Bank says even customers who pay on time could get hit... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Local Woman Donates Bone Marrow To Newborn Nov 29, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- When Lillian Valles signed up to be a bone marrow donor four years ago, she never thought she'd ever get called to donate ... Doctors at Cook Children's Medical Center will conduct the procedure, and Valles said she expects to fly back to El Paso the next day. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Pebble Hills Dead-End To Be Connected To Joe Battle Nov 29, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- The dead-end at Pebble Hills and Joe Battle has had far east El Paso residents frustrated for a long time ... And when it is completed, traveling will become that much easier in far east El Paso. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Injured Soldier Has Plans For After Army, Rehab Nov 29, 2008
EL PASO, TEXAS -- He's home for the holiday but preparing for the new year already ... He and his mother Lourdes say it might be difficult to live in El Paso, a city without a lot of options for those with disabilities ... Meanwhile mom may start getting people together to make El Paso more American's with disabilities compliant. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
More Apply For Food Stamps Nov 29, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- The number of people going hungry across the country is up. More people are turning to the government for help, including people in El Paso ... "My little girls eat a lot. It's a lot of food. They eat a lot, and they've been growing a lot, especially when they go to school and come back from school, they're hungry," said Margarita Torres, of west El Paso. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Rain forecast for parts of Texas on Friday Nov 28, 2008
Skies were expected to be mostly sunny in the Midland-Odessa area and mostly cloudy around El Paso. Highs in the 60s and lows around 40 were possible throughout West Texas and a 10 percent chance of rain was likely near El Paso. (Houston Chronicle)
Aggies to Take on Texas State on Friday Nov 28, 2008
EL PASO, Texas - For the first time this season, the Utah State women's basketball team will take to the road to play at the second-annual UTEP Thanksgiving Classic in El Paso, Texas Nov. 28-29. In their first game, the Aggies will take on Texas State Friday, Nov. 28 at 4:35 p.m. MT. Host UTEP will face Monmouth in the second game at 7:05 p.m.. (Utahstateaggies.com)
Oilman Oscar Wyatt Jr. Hospitalized After Stroke Nov 28, 2008
Wyatt founded Coastal Corp., which is now owned by El Paso Corp.. Copyright 2008 by. (Click2Houston, TX)
Rain Threatens El Paso Thanksgiving Parade Nov 28, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- Dozens of people stayed up Thanksgiving Eve in order to guarantee a good spot for the First Light Federal Credit Union Sun Bowl Parade. Rain started to fall at 3:00 a.m. in Central El Paso, where the parade takes place ... A few El Pasoans parked their vehicles to save a spot; others just camped out bringing air mattresses, flat screen televisions and food. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Shoppers Get Early Start In El Paso Nov 28, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- The Outlet Shoppes at El Paso opened their doors at midnight Friday, welcoming thousands of shoppers. The mall had snow machines helping to get shoppers in the holiday sprit. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Despite Rain, Spectators Headed To Thanksgiving Parade Nov 28, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- Early morning showers didn't keep thousands from enjoying the 72nd annual First Light Federal Credit Union Sun Bowl parade ... "I brought this thick jacket that I hardly ever wear. A scarf that I never wear and raincoats, umbrellas, said Cynthia Alfaro, of East El Paso, as she showed us her winter gear.Come rain or shine, thousands lined up along Montana Avenue making sure they got front row seats. Though not as cold as expected, some made sure to bundle themselves up, as well... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Travelers Hope To Avoid Crowds By Flying On Thanksgiving Nov 28, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- Traveling on Thanksgiving Day can have its pros and cons ... They said arriving in El Paso made things even easier since foot traffic was less than expected ... Alvarado left a very busy Las Vegas airport this morning and arrived at a very quiet El Paso International Airport, but the party she's waiting for was delayed in Denver. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Families Adopt Soldiers For Thanksgiving Nov 28, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- Every year several hundred soldiers don't get to go home during Thanksgiving, and even though Fort Bliss provides Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings, there's nothing like a home-cooked meal. Many local families open their homes to soldiers every Thanksgiving through the Adopt-a-Soldier program. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Over 35 Pounds Of Marijuana Found Inside Water Heater Nov 28, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- An El Paso man was arrested after police found more than 35 pounds of marijuana hidden inside a water heater Tuesday. El Paso Police told KFOX that Raul Quinonez Jr. was hiding 34 wrapped bundles of marijuana inside a water heater in an outside storage shed at an apartment complex located on the 6700 block of El Paso Drive. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
USU Women's Basketball Hits the Road Nov 27, 2008
Aggies travel to El Paso for UTEP Thanksgiving Classic ... Nov. 28, 4:30 p.m. El Paso, Texas Don Haskins Center (20,000) Broadcast: 1390 AM www ... After four-straight home games to open the season, USU hits the road for the UTEP Thanksgiving Classic Nov. 28-29 in El Paso, Texas. (Utahstateaggies.com)
Gas prices down in time for Thanksgiving Nov 27, 2008
The state s highest price can be found in El Paso at $1. 93. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Butch v. Tommy - Week 14 Nov 27, 2008
Rose Bowl Bound-38, Enjoy El Paso. AGAIN-31. (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tame Deer Beheaded At Texas Wildlife Sanctuary Nov 27, 2008
Posted by: Estaven Location: El Paso on Nov 26, 2008 at 08:29 PM Can we cut the culprit's head off. Oh cmon, please. (KWTX.com, TX)
Stanley Finishes 13th at Western Refining All-American Golf Classic Nov 27, 2008
The 54-hole event was played in El Paso, TX and it features the top 27 golfers in the nation. He was the high finisher among ACC golfers. (Clemsontigers.com)
Hadley Ties for 16th at Western Refining All-American Golf Nov 27, 2008
Hadley, a junior from Raleigh, N.C., finished with a 54-hole total of 216, three shots over par on the 6,842-yard El Paso Country Club. Hadley finished nine shot out of the lead. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Larry Wayne Parker Nov 27, 2008
Mr. Parker was a native of Hertford County and the son of Gladys B. Conner of Aulander and Franklin D. Parker of El Paso, Texas. He was married to Judy Outland in 2002. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Light Traffic At El Paso Airport On The Busiest Travel Day Of Year Nov 27, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- It's supposed to be the busiest traveling day of the year and usually El Paso International Airport is crawling with people, but this year, it's a different story. Inside the airport you won't find any long lines at the airline counters or at baggage claim. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Threatening Letters Sent To El Paso Bars Nov 27, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- In preparation for one of the busiest party nights of the year, employees at Vanilla nightclub, spent the day setting up the bar, stocking up on booze and gating off the premises for Wednesday's block party ... El Paso police said the same letter, which was post-marked in El Paso, was also sent next door to 1914 Lounge and Aceitunas ... "There was no direct threat, no direct demand for money in the letters. We're at a point in the investigation where we don't believe there's a... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Gas Prices Low But Taxi Drivers Still Struggle Nov 27, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- One business hurt by the increasing gas prices was the taxi cab business, but now that gas prices are plummeting it could be a change of gears for cab drivers ... At the El Paso International Airport, business was expected to pick up on the day before Thanksgiving, the busiest traveling day of the year, but instead. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Thanksgiving Eve A Dangerous Night For Drivers Nov 27, 2008
University of Texas at Austin student Cesar De la Paz is home in El Paso Wednesday night for the holidays. Del la Paz did not spend his Wednesday night with family. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Lower Gas Prices May Mean More Holiday Traffic Nov 27, 2008
EL PASO, Texas -- On the eve of Thanksgiving Raymond Coryle, Jr. waits in line to fill up his gas tank ... "I would not have tried it earlier this year, or in the middle of this year with the way fuel prices were, Coryle said.For El Paso resident Justin Rios, lower gas prices mean he can be with his family in Ruidoso on Thanksgiving.If prices had not dropped, it would have been a different story.I probably wouldn't even make the trip, Rios said. I might have to cancel [the trip] for the... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Nagy's Even-Par Final Round Nets a Fourth-Place Tie at All-America Classic Golf Tournament Nov 26, 2008
- Charlotte 49ers junior shot a second-straight even-par 71 in the third round to finish tied for fourth with a four-under par 209, just two strokes behind the co-leaders after the final round of the 34th Annual Western Refining all-America Classic at the par-71, 6,842-yard El Paso Country Club Tuesday. Red scores were to be had on the course in the final round, with 12 of the 27 competitors carding 70 or better in the final round. (Charlotte49Ers.com)
Sucher Finishes 10th At Western Refining All-America Classic Nov 26, 2008
EL PASO, Texas - UAB senior golfer competed well in one of the most prestigious amateur tournaments in the nation, the Western Refining College All-America Golf Classic ... Sucher finished the 54-hole event with an even par 213 on the par 71 El Paso Country Club. (Uabsports.com)
Jesper Kennegard Four Shots Back Entering Final Round Of All-America Classic Nov 26, 2008
Jesper Kennegard shot par 71 in each of the first two rounds in El Paso on Monday ... EL PASO, Texas (November 24, 2008) -- One day after perfect weather conditions, the West Texas wind blew in and it showed in the scoring at the 34th Annual Western Refining College All-America Golf Classic held at 6,842-yard, par-71 El Paso Country Club ... The third and final round is set to start at 8 a.m. at El Paso Country Club. (Thesundevils.com)
