juarez papal visit

With the Pope in the Borderland today, it's an exciting historical time for everyone in the surrounding area. Even if you aren't Catholic you can appreciate what this man is doing for his religion and the people that follow him. Here are 5 things I bet you didn't know about Pope Francis.

Ten EPISD schools near the Border Highway will have early release on the day before Pope Francis visits Juarez and a late start the day after.

Here is a list of the city and county closures you need to be aware of concerning the pope's historic visit to Juarez.

When City Council meets today (Tuesday 1/26), among the actions on the city reps agenda will be a vote on the closure of City Hall offices on the day of the pope’s visit, and funding services police, fire, and other city departments are expected to provide that day.

You can add El Paso Community College to the list of schools that will close during the pope’s February 17 visit to Juárez.

El Paso County Judge Veronica Escobar contemplates closing all courts, annexes and services on Feb. 17

Citing safety, security, and absences, El Paso's three largest school districts have decided to cancel classes the day Pope Francis visits Juarez next month.

Not granted an audience with Pope Francis? No problem. Take a pic with a cardboard cutout of him instead.