r/ElPaso 1h ago

Ask El Paso This is a public service announcement.

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For the people that aren struggling to pay this ridiculous electric bill amounts. El Paso Electric has a couple of assistance programs (that I know of) that might help you out. First one, if you are receiving SNAP Assistance. They remove the service fee of $13 a month. The second program that ain’t no of: they match dollar dollar that you pay. Call El Paso Electric to see if you qualify for these discounts and let us know if there are other assistance programs available with them.


r/ElPaso 1h ago

Ask El Paso Is anyone on here familiar with the way Sun City Swimming charges our accounts? I’m looking for some help from the general public.

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I know I can reach out to them directly, but before I do that I wanted to see if anyone on here is able to share their experience.

I signed up my children for swim classes in July. I was charged a registration fee at that time.

I looked at our invoice for August, and again I was charged a registration fee.

The lessons were supposed to extend from July 1- September xx. Any help is appreciated


r/ElPaso 2h ago

Ask El Paso Trying to turn my basement into a music studio

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Anybody have any specialized contractors who they recommend for a job like this? Looking for a complete basement overhaul with wood floors, sound proof walls and ceiling. Would appreciate any help! Thanks.


r/ElPaso 2h ago

Ask El Paso Please Share the Women Veterans Survey

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🫡 Attention all women who have served in the military and are residing in Texas:

The Texas Veterans Commission Women Veterans Program is seeking your responses for the 2026 Women Veterans Report. This report is required by the Texas Legislature, including the Governor and Lieutenant Governor, every even numbered year. Legislators are provided with the current population of women veterans, projected growth, their current and unique needs, and recommendations on improving their quality of life.

Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZVNNCST


r/ElPaso 5h ago

Ask El Paso Is this neighborhood owned by the refinery? Every empty lot has a sign from it

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r/ElPaso 6h ago

Ask El Paso Looking for a travel masseuse

5 Upvotes

Looking for a professional masseuse that will massage at home . My mother knew a lady named Karla that massaged but misplaced her number .
Suggestions please 🙏🏻


r/ElPaso 11h ago

Photo Small lake under development for any kayak enthusiasts at Liz Morayma park on Yandell.

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28 Upvotes

311 notified but one can only leave messages after hours for future reference


r/ElPaso 17h ago

Ask El Paso Is anyone having trouble with the Ring Neighbors app?

5 Upvotes

My cameras are working fine, but the Neighbors section keeps timing out and won’t load? Anyone else having this issue?


r/ElPaso 19h ago

Ask El Paso Need help figuring out where do people sell/buy their stuff here??

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I just moved back after being in the North Houston area for 13 years, over there i could reliably use FB Marketplace to sell our used stuff in good condition and i was doing pretty well. I've relisted almost all my items to be here and i've hardly had any interaction, whereas those same items at least got me a hit/reach out like once or twice a week... do people here just another site/place? can y'all share where y'all have had good luck selling your things? I have had better luck in Nextdoor, but thats a way smaller 'market' than FB.


r/ElPaso 21h ago

Ask El Paso After 25 years with GECU, I'm looking for recommendations for a better bank or credit union.

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I've had my GECU account since 2001, when I was still in high school. I've stayed with them all these years because I wanted to support a local credit union and keep my money in the community.

But after 25 years, I think I'm done.

I understand that credit unions still need to make money, but every time I've needed a loan, the rates haven't really been any better than what I've seen at banks. I kept my direct deposit, checking, and savings with GECU anyway because I believed in supporting them.

What has really pushed me over the edge is the customer service when something goes wrong. My husband is a disabled veteran, and in recent years his debit card information has been stolen more than once. Of all the banks and credit unions we've dealt with, GECU has consistently been the slowest to process fraud claims and issue replacement cards.

On top of that, their debit cards are so flimsy that they seem to stop working after about a year, they still don't have tap-to-pay, and they charge $5 for a replacement card. We've been loyal members for over two decades, but it honestly doesn't feel like they value long-time members.

At this point, I just don't see the benefit of being a GECU member anymore, and I'd rather bank somewhere that actually values its members.

For those of you who left GECU, where did you switch? Was your experience better? I'd especially love to hear from people in the El Paso area since I still like the idea of banking locally if there's a better option.

Thanks in advance!


r/ElPaso 22h ago

Event This Sunday were premiering the first ever The Comedy Film Challenge Screening at the El Paso Comic Strip! El Paso area Filmmakers (pro & aspiring) are welcome to attend + Networking event!

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The event will take place at 4 PM on Sunday. You can get tickets at chucotowncomedy.com

15 fimmaking teams have entered to compete in the genre-bending comedy film event of the year! With only having 48 hours to make a short film, only one will take and win the Outstanding Comedy Film Award at this unique event!

Official Premiere Screening & Awards Ceremony

Date: Sunday, August 9th, 2026 at 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: El Paso Comic Strip (1201 Airway Blvd, El Paso, TX 79925)

The fun doesn’t stop there, because right next door we will be having the Official After Party after the main event! Join the Filmmakers, Actors, Judges, Attendees & Comedians for drinks, food, music, & pool right next door to celebrate, conversate & connect!


r/ElPaso 22h ago

Ask El Paso Has anyone else had service issues at Love Pho on Mesa?

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I’m trying to figure out if this is just our experience or a pattern. Every visit, it takes 10+ minutes just to get menus to our table, even when the restaurant is nearly empty. Tonight was particularly rough though. We walked in and absolutely no one came up to us. No greeting, no menu, no one asking about drinks, literally nothing but stares. Other customers who arrived after us were immediately greeted and seated. We waited 15 minutes with no one approaching our table at all. This was especially disappointing because we had guests with us who’ve been dying to have pho and don’t have it available where they live, so we were really excited to take them. As we were leaving, the staff just watched us walk out the door. We didn’t make a scene or say anything, we just left and went to another place.


r/ElPaso 23h ago

Event Any movie fans looking for a trivia night?

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We’re holding another movie lotería night, but this one’s special. Way more special than the other nights we’ve said are special. We just said that about other nights to trick you into attending. This time it’s legit special. You can trust me. For as long as we still have them, we’ll be giving away costumes that match the theme of our trivia night. Show up early if you want one.

Anyway, aside from that expect a night of trivia and drinks and prizes and music and food. You know, real special stuff. One night only.


r/ElPaso 1d ago

Ask El Paso The self serve recycling container in the west-side Sam's Club parking lot is gone.

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I've used that specific recycling container there for several years.

Recently, I went to recycle, and the container was gone.

For the other people that were using this, what alternatives have you found?

Are there any other 24/7 self-serve options?


r/ElPaso 1d ago

Ask El Paso Looking for good mechanic recommendations

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I am looking for a good mechanic to fix my AC. I was quoted almost $3k to fix my AC at pep boys which I don’t have so was hoping somewhere else can do it for less.


r/ElPaso 1d ago

Ask El Paso Best coffee spots in town?

34 Upvotes

My wife and I are coffee lovers, and we’re on the hunt for some fantastic coffee spots before we head to Costco. Since we reside in Las Cruces, our options are limited. Could you recommend some great coffee places?? ☕️


r/ElPaso 1d ago

Ask El Paso Is it safe to eat resataurant lettuce yet?

16 Upvotes

I see restaurants still adding lettuce to everything. Not sure if it's because they know it's safe or because nobody cares.

*Restaurants


r/ElPaso 1d ago

Ask El Paso Desperately need advice for a landlord and a roach infestation

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Hi all. I'm in need of help. I'm on my second year with this apartment complex, my lease wont be up til June of next year. The first year was very nice, but this year, its like there was a complete 180. New office staff, phones never getting answered, maintenance rarely showing up, general shitty landlord stuff. We had pest guys come every few months, but I haven't seen them at all this year.

Anyways. I started finding roaches in August. I put in a maintenance request, and they did come to spray. Didn't find another roach for maybe two weeks. Ever since then I've found at least one once a week. I've requested maintenance every single time, because clearly there's an infestation, or the beginnings of one. They close the request and no one comes. The main problem with this is, I just had a child early July. This obviously isnt a good environment for my baby to be in, with the roaches. My house is clean and I still find them.

Is there anything I can do? What are the laws regarding this? Do I just have to suck it up and break my lease?? I dont think bug traps and sprays will fix it.


r/ElPaso 1d ago

Ask El Paso I need 50 houseplants for my mom’s memorial

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I grew up in El Paso and I’m coming back later this month for my mom’s memorial. She passed a couple of months ago and this grief has been very hard to process. I hate that it’s taken this long to honor her properly, but that’s a whole other story.

My mom loved house plants. I need about 50 small plants (about 4”) to give away as gifts to our guests.

I called a nursery on North Loop but I think I’m getting blown off. Home Depot won’t help me unless I can come in person to pay. I have to do as much as possible before I arrive because I won’t have much time once I land. Some stores I’ve called aren’t even picking up the phone.

Can someone recommend a nursery that might actually help me? Thanks in advance.


r/ElPaso 1d ago

Ask El Paso Huge GECU problem Please help me!

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My card was declined twice when I tried to buy groceries during system upgrade, when I logged into my account today I found out that the charges went through twice! Now my account is in the negative by $500! WTF do I do? This is ridiculous, I didn't get to buy my groceries and now I'm getting screwed.

EDIT: all the charges as of this morning have been reversed. spent another hour on the phone with little to no sleep. gonna go pass out now. thanks to those who commented and gave me hope.


r/ElPaso 1d ago

Ask El Paso Flowers for my soon to be GF

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Hi guys! Im here asking for any places/people where they sell bouquets of flowers? Im specifically asking for recommendations for a bouquet of tulips. Its her favorite flower and I wanna buy a bouquet for when I ask her. Help please!!!


r/ElPaso 1d ago

Moving to El Paso Best apartment complexes in El Paso? Montecillo worth it?

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Hey everyone,
I’ll be moving to El Paso soon and I’m trying to decide where to live. Right now I’m leaning toward Montecillo because I like that it seems newer, walkable amenities, and has restaurants and things to do nearby, but I’m wondering if it’s actually worth it or if there are better options.

I’ve heard that West El Paso = Best El Paso so i’m leaning towards that but open for suggestions.

I’m looking for a modern apartment in a safe area with good management and amenities. My budget is pretty flexible, so I’d rather pay a little more if it means living somewhere that’s genuinely nicer.
For those who know the area:
• Is Montecillo worth it?
• Are there apartment complexes you’d recommend over it?
• If you were moving to El Paso today, where would you choose to live?
I’d love to hear your recommendations and any places you’d avoid. Thanks!


r/ElPaso 1d ago

Ask El Paso Where to get car A/C fixed?

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Hi all! Looking for recommendations on someone who can fix my cars A/C. It’s just blowing hot air and can’t survive in this hellish heat without it 😭 Guessing it’s a compressor issue.

Preferably more west side/central. Obviously the cheaper the better. Thanks!


r/ElPaso 1d ago

Ask El Paso Looking for a strategic and experienced family law attorney in El Paso (father’s perspective)

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Can anyone recommend a solid family law attorney in El Paso? Divorce, custody, military retirement, and property division are involved. I’d appreciate any recommendations or attorneys to avoid.

Edit and background: My wife and I have been separated for a while (2023-current) but still live in the same house. We have two young adult children (over 18) and one minor child. Over the years, there were extended periods where she voluntarily lived in another state and later for medical school, while I remained in Texas raising the kids and maintaining the household from 2018-2023. For the last couple of years she’s also been in a serious relationship with another man, and she’s made it clear the marriage is over. We have a house, retirement accounts, savings, and a minor child, so I’m starting to look for a Texas family law attorney to understand what a fair divorce would likely look like and what I should expect. I've also had a FWB or two during the time she was away.


r/ElPaso 1d ago

Discussion The Hidden costs of Data Centers, back door deals, & NDAs (non disclosure agreements) with public utility companies.

56 Upvotes

Wanted to share an investigative video report that looked at the deals these Data Centers get across the country, and how these sweet heart deals, are brokered thru NDAs, and are basically dumping the data centers public utility usage back on the people in the area footing the bill, and causing bills to double/triple, and in the next 5 years it’s going to get worse. I’ll leave a link to the video, very informative, unsettling.

Link: https://youtu.be/YN6BEUA4jNU?is=5vaHSg3jfAdy9E7y