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Weird Treasures in the KLAQ Studio [PHOTOS]

Intern Emily — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 01:16:54 +0000

As I searched for a computer cord I left in the studio yesterday, I stumbled upon two desks drawers full of what some of you might think is just as good as gold. Can you guess what it is? If you are a Taco Bell fanatic, you probably guessed right. The first picture is [...]

I Am Proud To Be A T-Bird And Respect The Rival Cougars [VIDEO]

Veronica Gonzalez — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 03:09:17 +0000

When I saw El Paso made national news once again, I was thrilled to know it was for a good deed. This may be a sappy blog, but felt this story had to be put on the website. It makes me feel extremely happy that people take a chance in others. I am enthusiastic for Mitchell [...]

Be Sure To Check Out The Scorpions At Their All Saints Day Tournament

Veronica Gonzalez — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 07:38:55 +0000

I hope some of you go and support our local Rugby team The Scorpions at their All Saints Day Tournament.My friend Bobby who is part of the team went into the playoffs last season and are number one in their union. The Scorpions are entering their second half of their season and are preparing for [...]

Spring Break Is Coming Up And Be Sure To Get Your Tan On

Veronica Gonzalez — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 07:01:15 +0000

I am guilty of this pleasure for getting my tan and sauna on to look and feel good! Be sure to try it out this weekend for free and decide if you enjoy it as much as I do. Not only that, they will be having great specials on tanning packages and sauna packages. The [...]

Benefit Comedy and Music Festival at the Hidrant in El Paso!

Patty Campos — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 00:06:16 +0000

Texas Roadkill, along with Black Velvet Promotions and The Hidrant would like to invite you and everyone you know to their HUGE benefit Comedy/Music Fest! Starts tomorrow! Live at The Hidrant! You can expect entertainment from 15 bands and comedians! Plus raffles, food and DJ’s all to help raise money! Tanya Sanchez Gier was diagnosed [...]

Local Band Sign-Up – Perform at KLAQ Balloonfest and Streetfest

Lauren — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 21:48:06 +0000

It’s time to start booking bands for KLAQ’s Balloonfest and Streetfest. If you have a local band and want a chance to perform at one of our events, fill out the form below.

POLL: Should The City of Socorro Name Street Signs After Military Veterans or Local Politicians?

Fernie — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 16:26:10 +0000

This morning David Nevarrez came in to talk with the KLAQ Morning Show about the street sign controversy in Socorro, TX. According to David, the Socorro City Council approved for the street signs to be named after veterans. Well,the City of Socorro never went through with the approved plan and instead they named the streets after local politicians. Some of which have been in a little trouble lately.

Championship Bull Riding Returns to El Paso [VIDEO]

Intern Emily — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 02:06:32 +0000

El Paso native, Tuff Hedeman, and Championship Bull Riding(CBR) will return February 9th, 2013 to El Paso for another heart-stopping night of bull riding. The CASA Ford Tuff Hedeman West Texas Showdown Presented by Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino, will be held at the El Paso County Coliseum. This event will take place on February [...]

Free Haircuts for Veteran and Active Duty Service Members

Intern Emily — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 02:36:46 +0000

On Veterans Day, Sunday, November 11th, Sports Clips will be hosting their 6th annual Veterans Day Cut-a-Thon! Sport Clips will be donating $1 per haircut to “Help a Hero”, which supports the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ Operation Uplink.The Veterans of Foreign Wars’ Operation Uplink is a program that makes free phone calls home available to [...]

20th Annual Aids Walk This Saturday!

Intern Emily — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:14:52 +0000

This Saturday, October 27, 2012 the International AIDS Empowerment organization will have their 20th Annual Aids Walk at Cohen Stadium from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to combat HIV in El Paso.

I know money is tight but lucky for you, registration is free! Participants are encourage to inform family and friends to make pledges on their behalf.

El Pasoan Skateboards His Way To Fame [VIDEO]

Veronica Gonzalez — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 05:28:31 +0000

I have had a certain goal I have been wanting to reach but never kept it up like Jacob Whitt has. This young man who goes by the name of Jacob Whitt has goals and has been reaching every single one that he puts for himself. He does have a future that will take part in helping others, the less fortunate and becoming a well known freestyle skateboarder.

Get Your Band Featured Here at KLAQ.com! Let's Keep Building the El Paso and Las Cruces Music Scene!

Johnnie Walker — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 18:41:48 +0000

It seems like just about everyone you meet is in a band. We have so many great musicians here in El Paso, Las Cruces and the surrounding towns, and I'd like to help get them all some more exposure. Let's build up the local music scene as much as we can. There's a lot of bands out there, some you know of, some you might not.

Hot Girls, Hot Wings, Hot Local Rock – Border Beer & Wing Fling 2012 Rocked!

Johnnie Walker — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 02:40:36 +0000

The second annual Border Beer & Wing Fling hit the parking lot at Cohen Stadium on Saturday, and was filled with great food, fantastic local music, tasty beer, and super hot ladies! It was a hot day in a lot of ways on Saturday, with people heating up their stomachs to match the outside temperature, while heating up their, um, lower areas looking at all the hot people drinking beer!

Bad Girls Clubs Las Vegas Coming Tomorrow to visit Buzz & The KLAQ Morning Show [VIDEO]

Buzz Adams — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:46:17 +0000

Oxygen's networks Bad Girls Club Las Vegas cast will be visiting Buzz & The KLAQ Morning Show on Friday May 18,2012 . Gia, Erica and Elease will be at the Red Parrot this weekend and they will also stop by the studio to talk about their infamous fight against the twins , Erica's rapping, Gia's stripper moves and much more!!

Mother's Day Words of Wisdom- Buzz & the Morning Show Share [AUDIO]

Fernie — Sun, 13 May 2012 14:59:07 +0000

Today is Mother's Day so Fernie asked Buzz Adams & the KLAQ Morning Show to share some of their mother's best words of wisdom...

Buzz Adams

Teresa Provencio

Duke Keith

Mando the Monster Medina

Something Wicked – El Paso's Best Local Rock Profile

Johnnie Walker — Tue, 01 May 2012 16:30:05 +0000

Something Wicked Who are all the members of your band, and what do they play? Dave Ferrell-WICKEDGuitar/Vocals Steve Duncan-WICKEDDrummer/Vocals Jorge Ramos Jr.-WICKEDSinger Seth Bush-WICKEDBass/Vocals Reuben Vejil-WICKEDGuitar When did the band get together, and how? ’91…To Do What ALL Aspiring Musicians Seek but Few Accomplish..TO ROCK THE WORLD!! Dave, Steve and Albert Ronquillo (R.I.P.) got It [...]

Hereafter the Wave – El Paso's Best Local Rock Profile

Johnnie Walker — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:30:45 +0000

Hereafter The Wave Who are all the members of your band, and what do they play? Hector Camarena- Guitar and vocals Andre Acosta – Vocals Dave Oh – Guitars David Moran – Bass Jay Arriaga – Drums, Samples When did the band get together, and how? Hereafter the Wave is the powerful combination of some [...]

Cantina Flys – El Paso's Best Local Rock Profile

Johnnie Walker — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:30:11 +0000

Cantina Flys Who are all the members of your band, and what do they play? Danny Von Curandero – Lead Vox and Shaman Extraordinaire Ernie AK47 – Guitar’s and backup Vox Al Rubio – Bass, backup Vox and expert drinker Marco Rivera – Drums and great drinker When did the band get together, and how? [...]

Scordatura Vita- El Paso's Best Local Rock Profile

Johnnie Walker — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:01:17 +0000

Scordatura Vita
Who are all the members of your band, and what do they play?

Well... we're like a savory multi-layered cake. First, we start off with the heavy but epic-like sweet crust, our resident heavy hitting drummer, Vince Cortez. That creamy, palette enlightening (White) cake breading base is of course none other than... well... the bassist, Chris Schoemann. Alan Hering and I, Louie Foix, round out the virtuoso guitar work like a decadent powerhouse of savory cheesecake spread, and of course Luis Amador, the vocalist who takes the cake... is like a big ol' cherry on the top.

El Paso a War Zone? Stats Say 'F**k THAT Noise!'

Buzz Adams — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:02:35 +0000

( I posted this a couple weeks ago but since the controversy of the University of Texas cancelling the boxing match at the Sun Bowl over “security threats” (still a mystery what those are) I thought the article had new relevance. So, here it is again in case you missed it–Buzz) Kudos to State Senator [...]