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Jazmine Ulloa explains her four-year research effort to chronicle immigration history through El Paso and Ciudad Juárez.
The book uses five families, including new discoveries about the Chew family, to show complex identities across borders.
Ulloa argues El Paso reflects the nation’s immigration battles and multiethnic history beyond simplistic labels.
The interview notes Ulloa’s aim to sound “really Mexican” and to include diverse perspectives from both sides of the border.
Ulloa emphasizes that border histories involve both discrimination and resilience, shaping modern migration narratives.
The piece highlights Ulloa’s belief that El Paso helps explain current U.S. immigration debates and policy.
Ulloa’s book connects personal migration stories to larger policies like the Remain in Mexico era.
The interview notes Ulloa’s goal of making the narrative feel like family storytelling rather than daily news.
Ulloa notes El Paso’s cross-border heritage includes Indigenous, Chinese Mexican, and Latino histories.
The piece previews Ulloa’s festival appearance and ongoing conversations about border history.

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Padres minor league pitcher Jason Blanchard retires at 29 after seven years in the organization.
He announced the retirement via Instagram on April 6, describing it as bittersweet.
Blanchard is transitioning to a career in medical device sales.
He spent last season with El Paso and appeared in 32 games for the Padres' top farm team.
The left-hander also pitched for Mexicali in the 2025-26 Winter League.
Blanchard was a ninth-round pick from Lamar University in 2019.
His 2024 season was spent at Double-A with a 3.71 ERA.
Blanchard reported appreciation for playing locally and family support in San Antonio.
Blanchard’s career included a Driveline training stint during the offseason.
He appeared in three Cactus League games with the Padres last year.

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The El Paso Science Festival takes place Saturday and Sunday at the El Paso Convention Center from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
More than 100 interactive exhibits will offer hands-on experiences from launching a spaceship to coding robots.
Retired astronaut Jose Hernandez will visit on Sunday for a meet-and-greet and discussion about his time in space.
Live shows on the main stage will illustrate science in action throughout the festival.
This year’s program includes a focus on artificial intelligence for public discovery.

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EPCC opened the Gallery of Fine Art at the Trans Mountain campus for the 49th annual juried student exhibition.
The exhibition showcases work by EPCC students across visual arts and other disciplines.
Michael Reyes of the El Paso Museum of Art served as the juror for the awards.
EPCC President William Serrata described art as a bridge between education and community.
Prize winners included Best of Show, First Prize, and Second Prize recipients.
The exhibit will remain on display until May 9, 2025, at Trans Mountain Campus Gallery.
Admission to the exhibit is free and hours vary by weekday.
EPCC aims to strengthen campus and community life through student exhibitions.
The event highlighted student experiences and interpretations of art.
The exhibition featured juried pieces and awards announced during the evening.
Transmountain campus address and room details are provided for visitors.

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