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April 30, 2020 • Industry-related News
Utility shutoff bans are in effect for many families, but what happens when they end?
If there was ever a time to appreciate that electricity service is not a "luxury item," this is it. Large utilities across the nation and half of all states have taken steps to prevent power shutoffs for customers who fall behind on their bills during the coronavirus crisis. It's a recognition that energy is essential to...
April 30, 2020 • Local News
Mayor says El Paso hasn’t reached virus peak, disagrees with governor lifting stay home order
EL PASO, Texas -- Amid the deadliest day to date for El Paso during the coronavirus pandemic, with four new deaths in 24 hours, Mayor Dee Margo said the Borderland has not reached its' peak.
April 28, 2020 • Local News
El Paso City Council keeping Downtown arena and Mexican American Cultural Center on the table
The El Paso City Council has decided not to suspend the Multipurpose Performing Arts and Entertainment Center and Mexican American Cultural Center.
April 28, 2020 • Regional News
Doña Ana County Commission calls on state to reopen businesses
LAS CRUCES - The Doña Ana County Commission approved a symbolic resolution calling on the state to reopen businesses deemed nonessential under public health guidelines meant to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic.
April 28, 2020 • EPE Related News
In Era Of Social Distancing, Most Utilities Unlikely To Embrace Mergers In 2020
The impact of COVID-19 is expected to be felt on the utility sector for quite some time. The uncertainty associated with the pandemic has roiled the financial markets in recent weeks and has altered the focus of many utilities. The likelihood of new large electric and natural gas utility mergers and acquisitions being announced in the near...
April 28, 2020 • EPE Related News
Face masks in Texas no longer mandated, but strongly recommended
EL PASO, Texas (CBS4) — City of El Paso officials says while it is encouraged to wear a face mask or a face covering, there will no longer be penalties if you don’t.
April 29, 2020 • EPE Related News
Renters protected from eviction, utility shut-off for next billing cycle
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14) — As we enter another billing cycle, KFOX14 asked how you’re protected. They’re essential too: A roof over your head and utilities.
April 28, 2020 • Regional News
Gov. Abbott unveils plan to allow many businesses to open Friday in limited fashion
AUSTIN — The stay-at-home guidelines handed down by Gov. Greg Abbott nearly four weeks ago will be allowed to expire Thursday and many retail outlets that had been shuttered will be allowed to reopen with some limits, the governor announced Monday.
April 28, 2020 • Local News
City of El Paso staff face pay cuts, furloughs; city faces $60 million spending deficit
El Paso City Council voted to cut pay and put over 400 employees on furloughs as the city expects a $60 million spending deficit in fiscal year 2021.
April 28, 2020 • Local News
Guillermo 'Memo' Garcia, final patient from El Paso Walmart shooting dies in hospital
The last remaining patient hospitalized since the El Paso Walmart shooting has died, a hospital official said Sunday.
April 28, 2020 • Industry-related News
Why the coronavirus oil bust called 'worst energy crisis in history' and what's next
AUSTIN — Even before the price of oil spiraled below zero on Monday, Cye Wagner was struggling to keep afloat the small energy exploration and production business her parents built from scratch 40 years ago.
April 28, 2020 • Local News
KTSM apologizing for 'unprofessional and unacceptable' Facebook comments made by staff member
El Paso NBC affiliate KTSM posted an apology Saturday for comments made by news anchor, Patricia Maese.
April 23, 2020 • Local News
City announces new Public-Private Partnership for Regional Public Health Response to COVID19 Pandemic
Thursday morning, officials with the City of El Paso, in partnership with the Medical Center of the Americas Foundation (MCA) and the Paso del Norte Health Foundation (PDNHF) announced the creation of the COVID-19 Enhanced Regional Public Health Partnership.
April 22, 2020 • Regional News
New Mexico governor likely to expand stay-at-home order until May 15
SANTA FE, New Mexico -- Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham warned Wednesday that her public health orders will likely be expanded to May 15.
April 23, 2020 • EPE Related News
Mayor Dee Margo launches Economic Task Force, releases names of participants
Members of the task force include representatives from all sectors of the business community, including builders, contractors, Hotel/Motel Association, finance, insurance, Restaurant Association, manufacturing and healthcare.
April 22, 2020 • EPE Related News
Coronavirus In Texas: Public Utility Commission Moves Up Deadline On Certain Shutoffs
AUSTIN, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – Darkness could come sooner than expected for some Texans. In a public meeting Tuesday, the Public Utility Commission of Texas shortened the moratorium on certain utility shutoffs.
April 20, 2020 • Local News
New Mexico health officials test 347 essential workers in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES - Home health care workers, a local pastor, and two pizza delivery workers were among the 347 essential employees tested for the COVID-19 coronavirus Sunday, at the New Mexico Department of Health office in Las Cruces.
April 17, 2020 • Local News
El Paso leaders say El Paso hasn't reached peak; reopening unknown
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14) — President Donald Trump announced Thursday a gradual plan to reopen the U.S. and ease social distancing rules.
April 22, 2020 • Regional News
Governor Abbott Issues Executive Order Establishing Strike Force To Open Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference where he issued three new Executive Orders to begin the process of reopening the state of Texas while revising hospital capacity and certain social distancing guidelines. Within the orders, select activities and services that pose minimal to no threat of spreading COVID-19 are allowed to...
April 17, 2020 • EPE Related News
EPE Crews Respond to Power Outage in West El Paso Caused by MVA
El Paso Electric crews respond to a motor vehicle accident where a Ford Explorer rolled over and crashed into an electric pole in West El Paso causing it to collapse. The accident happened around 2AM the morning of April 15, 2020, causing a power outage impacting about 2,100 customers initially. EPE was able to...
April 9, 2020 • EPE Related News
El Paso Utilities Work With Customers Amid Financial Crisis Due To COVID-19
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to impact our globally community in every aspect of livelihood, people are quickly seeing the evolution from a health crisis to a financial fallout. Utilities across the nation have banded together to help their customers by suspending disconnections due to nonpayment.
April 6, 2020 • EPE Related News
El Paso Electric says that usage rates are currently lower during stay-at-home order
EL PASO, Texas — As the utility is considered essential, El Paso Electric said that it's continuing to monitor usage.
April 2, 2020 • EPE Related News
El Paso Electric acquisition nears final approval as FERC dismisses concerns about JPMorgan link
FERC's go-ahead is the final regulatory approval the acquisition needs to close in the first half of 2020, according to a statement from the utility. The deal has already received approvals from Texas and New Mexico state regulatory commissions, the city of El Paso and others.
April 2, 2020 • EPE Related News
Federal regulators OK El Paso Electric sale; reject JPMorgan affiliation questions
El Paso Electric’s pending $4.3 billion sale is expected to be completed sometime in the next three months as the sale’s last regulatory hurdle has mostly been cleared.
April 1, 2020 • Construction
ROAD CLOSURE: EPE to Conduct Work for TXDOT Montana Freeway Project
EL PASO, Texas – As part of Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) continuation of the Montana Freeway Project in east El Paso, El Paso Electric (EPE) will need to complete electrical infrastructure work south of Montana Avenue at George Dieter Drive. In order for EPE to safely conduct the necessary...
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