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Hillary Floren

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Love it or hate it, Daylight Saving Time is here! Judging by the responses of El Pasoans we spoke with, the jury’s still out on whether it’s a good idea to set the clocks back an hour. Regardless of your stance on the subject, chances are you’re feeling the effects.

“People seem to feel the drastic changes of “spring forward” a lot more than when we fall back in autumn,” says counselor Miriam Ross. “It really can affect your circadian rhythm, and leave you feeling groggy in the morning, restless at night and less focused during the day.”

Our circadian rhythm is closely regulated by exposure to light and darkness, and the brain doesn’t quickly adjust. That can cause melatonin to be released on the old schedule. Children and those who are already sleep deprived could feel it even more.

Experts advise to be patient and take care of yourself. After all, adjustment can take up to a week. The key is consistency with bedtimes and waking up. Prioritize light exposure in the morning, and eat meals at a consistent time. Exercising early in the day can strengthen circadian signals.

Ross says while you may be tempted to reach for extra caffeine or sugary snacks, know that they could negatively interfere with your sleep schedule.

Persistent sleep issues that drag on for weeks could be more serious. Chronic sleep deprivation can affect your entire body, including cardiovascular health, immune function, and mental wellness. Yes, it’s only an hour, but it can make a big difference!

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Heriberto Perez Lara

FORT BLISS, Texas (KVIA) — The Department of Homeland Security, through Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), just confirmed as of March 6, there are no active measles infections at Camp East Montana.

“As of March 6, 2026, there are no active measles infections at Camp East Montana in Texas. Upon the confirmation of measles at the facility, ICE Health Services Corps immediately took steps to quarantine and control further spread and infection, ceasing all movement within the facility and quarantining all individuals suspected of making contact with the infected,” said an ICE spokesperson.

Even though there are no active measles cases anymore, in-person visitations continue to be suspended, ICE says it is to protect the health and safety of all detainees, staff and the community. However, all detainees will still have access to attorneys and visitation through Visual Attorney Visitation booths, tablets, or telephones. 

“Medical staff is continuing to monitor the detainees’ conditions and will take appropriate and active steps to prevent further infection.  All detainees are being provided with proper medical care, an ICE spokesperson added. “It is a longstanding practice to provide comprehensive medical care—including access to vaccines. This includes medical, dental, and mental health services as available, and access to medical appointments and 24-hour emergency care. This is the best healthcare than many aliens have received in their entire lives.”  

In recent weeks, 14 cases were confirmed, prompting the ICE detention center to implement quarantine protocols and suspend all visits since last week.

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Nichole Gomez

KVIA-TV (El Pas, TX) – Minerva Torres Shelton, the former law enforcement officer, secured the Republican nomination against consultant Guadalupe Giner. Incumbent Ricardo Samaniego is running unopposed in the Democratic primary. He is seeking his third term.

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Nichole Gomez

Tuesday, Mar. 10

Nightly, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.

South Desert between Artcraft and Redd

All side streets closed on the frontage road including Redd entrance/exit rampsAll traffic must detour to Doniphan

Crews will be working on final striping of South Desert.

Wednesday, Mar. 11

Nightly, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.

South Desert between Los Mochis and Transmountain

All side streets closed on the frontage road including Transmountain entrance/exit rampsAll traffic must detour to Doniphan

Crews will be working on final striping of South Desert.

Artcraft Project

Continuous ClosureBeginning Monday, Mar. 9 for approximately 5 months

I-10 westbound Canutillo exit ramp closed

Left lane closed at N Desert and Trade Center

Drivers will use new, westbound temporary Canutillo exit ramp located about a half mile ahead of current exit. Watch for traffic configuration change.

Monday, Mar. 9 (Weather Permitting)

4 a.m. to 12 p.m.

I-10 westbound entrance ramp between Redd and Artcraft

Crews will be working on concrete column placement.

Road Repair

Sunday, Mar. 8

5 a.m. to 4 p.m.

I-10 eastbound at Cotton three left lanes closed

Monday, Mar. 9 – Thursday, Mar. 12

Nightly, 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.

I-10 eastbound between Schuster and Geronimo alternate lane closures

Guardrail / Chain-link Repair

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday, Mar. 9

US-54 (CD lanes) southbound between Cassidy and Montana left lane and entrance ramp to US-54 closed

Tuesday, Mar. 10

I-10 eastbound connecting ramp to US-54 northbound right lane closed

Wednesday, Mar. 11

Gateway South Trowbridge entrance ramp closed

Thursday, Mar. 12

Gateway West between McRae and Viscount left lane closed

Friday, Mar. 13

Zapal and Buena Vista, no closure needed

Crews will be working on chain link fence.

Maintenance

Monday, Mar. 9 – Friday, Mar. 13

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ramp N connecting Loop 375 East to US-54 North ramp closed

Loop 375 (Border Highway) east and westbound between Cordova Bridge and US-54 right lane closed

Delta eastbound between Cordova Bridge and Boone right lane closed

Paisano entrance ramp to Loop 375 East closed

Crews will be working on bridge joints.

US-54 Northbound at Martin Luther King/ Kenworthy closed

Detour: Traffic will exit through Martin Luther King Jr (Exit 31)

Gateway North between Kenworthy and Sean Haggerty left lane closed

Crews will be working on delineators.

I-10 westbound between Buena Vista and Sunland Park left lane closed

Crews will be working on guardrail.

Safety Lighting Project

Monday, March 9 – Friday, March 13

Daily, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Titanic Avenue east and westbound right shoulder closures between Howard Street and Pandora Street

North and southbound alternating lane closure:

Copia Street between Wyoming Avenue and Hueco Avenue

Dyer Street between Kemp Avenue and Van Buren Avenue

Crews will be doing shoulder work.

Mill/Fill

Tuesday, Marh. 10 – Wednesday, Mar. 11

9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

I-10 east and westbound Tornillo exits closed

FM 3380 (M.F. Aguilera Rd) northbound closed before I-10 intersection

Borderland Expressway Phase 2 Project

Upcoming Weekend Closure

Saturday, Mar. 21 – Monday, Mar. 23, 24/7

Beginning 4 a.m., Saturday, Mar. 14 – 6 a.m. Monday, Mar. 16 (50 Hour Closure)

Martin Luther King (FM-3255) north and southbound between Stan Roberts (FM-2529) and O’Hara Road (NM-404)

Local traffic will be allowed to access businesses and residences between O-Hara Road and the Texas/New Mexico State LineDetour: Traffic will use NM-404, I-10, Loop 375 (Woodrow Bean/Transmountain), and US-54.

Crews will be working on a traffic switch to allow for construction of Martin Luther King new road configuration.

Purple Heart 375 Widening Project

Continuous closure beginning at 3 a.m. Saturday, March 14 – 5 a.m. Monday, March 16

Purple Heart Highway (Loop 375) southbound full closure from Montana Avenue to Spur 601

Crews will be installing culverts.

Closure Links:

West Area Project Closures

I-10 Widening West Closures

East Area Project Closures 

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Rosemary Garcia

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—The last week of February marks Montessori Education Week.

The El Paso Independent School District provides Montessori education at various campuses. EPISD Montessori schools are part of existing elementary campuses.

Montessori education is described as a hands-on educational approach that continues to gain interest.

It was developed in 1907 by Maria Montessori. It’s characterized by its independent approach.

Students navigate their education, ultimately deciding what challenge they want to take on each school day while still learning basic concepts.

Selyna Wallace is a guide, also referred to as a teacher, at Dr. Green Montessori. She explained that Montessori focuses on the mind, body and spirit.

“Very few lessons are taught in a group, like in a normal or traditional setting. Maybe for the day you’re learning the letter A, and everyone is learning it. In a Montessori material, every child is at a different pace because every child is different,” she said.

Montessori also emphasizes social, emotional and practical life skills in addition to academics.

Wallace said, unlike traditional learning methods, Montessori students are able to learn manners, conflict resolution, how to communicate properly, and improve body movement, like learning how to pour, sweep and clean.

Students are given uninterrupted work time. They take control of their learning!

“Children are able to choose their own work that gives them a sense of responsibility,” she said.

Students are also able to collaborate with each other to imitate scenarios they’ll face one day in the real world.

“It covers a very complete understanding of what the human being needs to be able to develop them to their full potential.”

The ultimate Montessori education lessons are building confidence, becoming leaders and developing a lifelong love of learning.

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Rosemary Garcia

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—Socorro Early College Senior Ruben Escajeda is enjoying the last few months of his high school senior year.

The student at Socorro Early College (SEC) High School already received his associate degree in multidisciplinary studies from El Paso Community College in December 2025.

But his achievement also marks a big milestone for the Socorro Independent School District. He is the 3,000th SISD student to earn an associate degree through the district’s partnership with EPCC.

Despite being enrolled in college courses, Ruben has also been heavily involved in other school activities. He played left tackle for the Socorro Bulldogs. He’s also a member of the National Honor Society and participates in SEC’s Espirit De Corps leadership program. Through the STEP-UP program, he also mentors freshmen as they adjust to the challenges of early-college coursework.

Additionally, Ruben continues to rank in the top 5 percent of his class and has maintained a 4.0 GPA. He admits, it’s been a juggling act.

“I think there’s a lot of things I had to sacrifice time for. I had spent some time in sports, instead of time where I can just be to myself. I had to spend some time in the classroom instead of having time to myself. So I think it was a lot of time management and a lot of saying, ‘Okay. I need to focus here more instead of here more,’ he told ABC-7.

The college director and assistant principal of Socorro High, Erica O. Monarrez, said Ruben is a standout student.

“We’re very proud that our students here at Socorro High School are recognized for their hard work. Ruben’s a great model student that we have here at Socorro High School,” she said.

Inspired by his mother, an elementary school nurse, Ruben hopes to enter the medical field. Ruben is interested in becoming a certified registered nurse anesthetist.

Ruben is thankful he was able to take part in the early college program, which he said has helped him save time and money.

“I think it’s allowed me to get a head start at the things that I want to pursue in life. And I think it’s just a great way to start my career and start the things that I want to pursue as I grow older.”

Ruben will be graduating from Socorro High this June. He is planning to continue his studies at the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Congratulations to Ruben on all of his achievements!

If you have any Good Vibes Only ideas, email rosemary.garcia@kvia.com.

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Hillary Floren

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – It’s exciting news for programs that support mental health and emotional well-being across the borderland. The Paso del Norte Health Foundation (PdNHR) is accepting letters of intent. Organizations can outline their ideas for evidence-based programs for funding consideration. Applications are open now through April 7th.

The PdNHF is looking for organizations whose programs align with one or more of the following priorities:

Behavioral Health Consortium – Supports programs that address gaps in mental health and substance use systems, with an emphasis on strengthening coordination among regional behavioral health consortium stakeholders as informed by data.

Think.Change Initiative – Advances efforts to reduce stigma and negative bias associated with mental health conditions and substance use.

“By investing in evidence-based programs and strong partnerships, we can help close gaps in mental health care, reduce stigma, and ensure individuals and families receive the support they need to thrive,” said Sandra Day, PdNHF Program Officer.

The Foundation will only consider programs that are not currently supported by other funding sources, including government funding or health coverage reimbursement.

Organizations interested in applying can visit the Paso del Norte Health Foundation website.

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Heriberto Perez Lara

FORT BLISS, Texas (KVIA) — The Department of Homeland Security announced this week that it placed Camp East Montana under quarantine due to a recent measles outbreak at the facility.

Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center says now it will be more difficult for them to access dozens of their clients who are detained under ICE custody, because all legal access and visitations have been switched virtually.

ABC-7 reached out to the Department of Homeland Security for comment. In a statement they said that as of March 3, 2026, the Texas Department of Health confirmed active measles infections of 14 detainees at Camp East Montana in Texas.

“ICE Health Services Corps immediately took steps to quarantine and control further spread and infection, ceasing all movement within the facility and quarantining all individuals suspected of making contact with the infected,” said DHS Deputy Assistant Secretary for Media Relations, Lauren Bis.

“In-person visitation is currently suspended to protect the health and safety of the detainees, the staff, and the community. Detainees still have access to attorneys and visitation through Visual Attorney Visitation booths, tablets, or telephones,” DHS added. “Medical staff is continuing to monitor the detainees’ conditions and will take appropriate and active steps to prevent further infection.  All detainees are being provided with proper medical care.”

“It is a longstanding practice to provide comprehensive medical care—including access to vaccines. This includes medical, dental, and mental health services as available, and access to medical appointments and 24-hour emergency care. This is the best healthcare that many aliens have received in their entire lives,” DHS added.  

Watch the full story tonight on ABC-7 at 6.

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Nichole Gomez

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Rosemary Garcia

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)—Each year, El Paso Inc. recognizes an individual who has helped advance El Paso over the last 12 months and sometimes even a lifetime.

For 2025, the publication announced local philanthropist and art advocate Judy Robison as the El Pasoan of the Year.

“I am incredibly honored,” said Robison when ABC-7 asked about receiving the honor. ABC-7 met one-on-one with Robison to talk about her achievement.

Robison still marvels at the Star Ceiling art installation in Downtown El Paso, calling it “the love of my life.”

She is credited with helping bring the installation to life.

It was created by El Paso artist Leo Villareal. It consists of a 120-foot suspended LED array featuring 13,500 energy-efficient LEDs that create non-repeating patterns. The work also includes zero-gravity benches and planters that feature species native to the Chihuahuan Desert.

The public installation is next to the El Paso Museum of Art and has become a defining piece in Downtown El Paso.

Robison was the driving force behind bringing the installation to life. She is credited with helping raise nearly $6 million in private funding to construct, install and maintain the project.

The project took nearly five years to complete. She said seeing the installation for the first time was overwhelming.

“It’s breathtaking and very, very gratifying,” she said.

Robison and her husband moved to El Paso in the early 1970s. Back then, the art scene looked very different than now.

“In the 70s and 80s, in El Paso was not thriving,” she said.

Robison would quickly become involved in the community. She has served on more than 30 boards, helping improve the quality of life in El Paso.

“I think it’s, the quality of life is so important in any community. But art has a lot of space for economic development. And, it’s just I’ve had a passion for it all my life, and it’s been important to me to share that passion with our community.”

Robison would also become a champion for the arts in El Paso.

“I have given a lot of my life to the arts and to really into health and welfare,” she said.

The outdoor terrace next to the museum was renamed after Robison. She said being named El Pasoan of the Year is the privilege of a lifetime.

“I am incredibly honored. I’m humbled by the people that have been in this position before me. And, it’s it’s just really an honor to be named El Pasoan of the Year.”

El Paso Inc. will celebrate Judy Robison and other awardees during this year’s luncheon. It’s happening on Tuesday, March 3rd at Hotel Paso Del Norte.

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