El Paso cyclists advocate for better maintenance of the city’s bike lanes

by Lizabeth Dueweke | www.kfoxtv.com

EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14) — Cyclists in El Paso have a lot to love: year-round sunshine, mountainous terrain, and of course, lifelong friendships. As enthusiasm for the sport grows, the city says it’s investing in its bike infrastructure.

KFOX14 spoke with Anna Mesa-Zendt, El Paso’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Program Manager, who said when the city first adopted its bike plan almost a decade ago, El Paso had just 140 miles of bike lanes. Today, that number stands at 450 miles and continues growing.

"We set the goal in 2016 to become one of the …

Fun things to do in Midland this Saturday

By B. Kay Richter | www.mrt.com

From participating in an annual bike event for multiple sclerosis to enjoying a classic car auction to dancing in the park; here are three fun things to do in Midland this weekend.

Bike MS: Cactus & Crude Ride 2024

Participants can expect to enjoy a full two-day experience across the desert terrain of West Texas and pedal to the finish line to English Newsome Cellars in Lubbock. Along the way, riders can take photos of cacti, a sunrise as far as you can see, and enjoy ice cream when stopping to rest in Klondike.

According to organizers, the hardest part of this ride isn’t the desert heat or miles — it’s leaving the incredible memories you’ll make with friends as participants come …

TxDOT will host “Bike Roadeo” to raise biking safety awareness

By Madison Haxton | www.newschannel6now.com

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) – TxDOT Wichita Falls is partnering with the Wichita Falls/Wichita County Public Health District to create a “Bike Roadeo” experience at WFISD’s Summer Camp.

Designed for children ages 6-12, the event will provide bicycle and safety education as well as free helmets for those located in the Wichita Falls area. Eligible students located near Scotland Park and the surrounding neighborhoods are strongly encouraged to join, as the area is considered high-risk for cyclists.

Karel Davis, Health District representative, will teach an …

iCan Shine: week-long bike camp in Harker Heights

By Jana Lynn Kilcrease | kdhnews.com

HARKER HEIGHTS — Thanks to a partnership with Variety Texas Children’s Charity and the city of Harker Heights, the city’s recreation center is the site of the week-long iCan Shine Bike Camp, which ends Friday.

Grant money makes this program possible and the participants said it’s “the best.” The program addresses the significant gap in opportunities for individuals with disabilities to independently ride a …