From: Tyra Jesko Subject: MEDIA REQUEST: Please Help Get the Word Out About Saturday’s FREE PSA Screening
Hello!
With the FREE PSA Screening happening Saturday, Sept. 19, our priority is getting this information in front of men today and tomorrow so they know about the opportunity and have time to make plans to attend.
We are not requesting media attendance or coverage at the screening itself. Instead, we would greatly appreciate it if you could share this information with your audience through your website, social media, newsletter, broadcast, or other available channels ahead of the event.
The goal is simple: help us reach as many men as possible before Saturday so they can take advantage of this free screening.
Press release is below. Thank you for helping us get the word out!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Tyra Jesko
Marketing Director, Harrington Cancer and Health Foundation
806-679-2192
tyrajesko@hchfamarillo.org
FREE PROSTATE CANCER SCREENING FOR MEN 45+
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 | 8 AM–11 AM
AMARILLO UROLOGY ASSOCIATES
1900 Medi Park Dr. | Amarillo, Texas
NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY • NO FASTING REQUIRED • SIMPLE PSA BLOOD TEST
ABOUT
Amarillo, Texas – The Harrington Cancer and Health Foundation, along with Amarillo Urology Associates and community partners, invite men in the Amarillo area to take part in a free prostate cancer screening tomorrow, Saturday, September 19, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Amarillo Urology Associates, 1900 Medi Park Dr.
The screening is a simple PSA blood test that requires no fasting and could save a life. Men ages 45 and older are especially encouraged to attend. No appointment is necessary.
The event is part of the “Prostate Cancer Is No Joke” awareness campaign, using humor to grab attention while tackling a serious health issue. Every man screened will also be entered to win one of three $100 ANB gift cards.
EVENT DETAILS
What: Free Prostate Cancer Screening
When: Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 8:00–11:00 AM
Where: Amarillo Urology Associates, 1900 Medi Park Dr., Amarillo, TX
Who: Men ages 45 and up
Requirements: No appointment or fasting required
Bonus: Every man screened will be entered to win one of three $100 ANB gift cards
ABOUT HARRINGTON CANCER AND HEALTH FOUNDATION
The Harrington Cancer and Health Foundation is a community health foundation whose mission is to reduce the burden of cancer and to promote and serve the healthcare needs of residents living in Amarillo and surrounding communities.
For further information about the Foundation, please contact Gainor Davis at 806-331-6937 or visit www.hchfamarillo.org.
Tyra Jesko
Marketing Director
Harrington Cancer and Health Foundation
1732 Hagy Blvd.
Amarillo, TX 79106
Office: 806.242.6943
See the Coolest Dinosaur Exhibit in Amarillo
Ice Dinosaurs: The Lost World of the Alaskan Arctic takes visitors on an extraordinary journey through time to explore the majestic ice-age creatures of the Alaskan Arctic – all without leaving the Don Harrington Discovery Center!
Uncover the incredible dinosaurs that roamed the frozen landscapes of Alaska millions of years ago. This exhibit presents a unique look at paleontology, climate science, and the survival of ancient species in one of the harshest environments on Earth.
Families and museum visitors of all ages will enjoy the exhibit’s interactive elements, including hands-on fossil exploration and engaging multimedia displays, all designed to inspire curiosity about the natural world and deepen understanding of prehistoric life.
The perfect one-day science camp for children ages 4–11 who love to explore, experiment, and discover! Join us for a special Saturday Science Camp on September 19 featuring hands-on STEM activities, exciting science experiments, creative engineering challenges, and interactive learning led by our experienced educators. It’s a fun and educational way to spend the weekend while sparking curiosity outside the classroom.
Campers can register for full-day or half-day options to fit your family’s schedule. Half-day mornings are 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., half-day afternoons are 12:30–4:00 p.m., and full-day camp runs 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (Campers must be 5 years old or older to attend a full day.) Need extra flexibility? Pre-care and after-care options are also available for convenient early drop-off and late pick-up.
Take a hike with us the third Saturday of every month to see the Bluff throughout the seasons and to learn something new on each trail!
Every hike, you’ll learn about the plants and animals that call the Bluff home and maybe even encounter some of our local critters along the way. Each of our trails are easy to moderate so hikers of all experience levels can enjoy, and we’ll tailor each guided hike to our group’s needs.
Make sure to check the forecast and wear weather-appropriate clothes and shoes. Water is a must, and trail snacks are encouraged!
AMARILLO – The Amarillo Area LOSS Team, a local outreach and postvention program for family members, friends and loved ones of individuals who have died by suicide, is hosting a special event – Breathe-Heal-Live: A Day for Suicide Loss Survivors.
The event is scheduled for September 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Amarillo Botanical Gardens, 1400 Streit Drive.
The Amarillo Area LOSS Team consists of mental health professionals and trained community volunteers who have experience with suicide loss. The team offers emotional support, resources, and guidance to help individuals navigate the grieving process, in alignment with the postvention model.
Age for attendees is 17 and older. Cost is $10 per person. Tickets are available online at:
www.eventbrite.com/e/breathe-heal-live-tickets-1988839319944?aff=oddtdtcreator
For more information on the Amarillo Area LOSS Team, go to:
www.amarillo.gov/public-health/suicide-survivors-outreach/
For more information, contact City of Amarillo Media Relations Manager Dave Henry at (806) 378-5219 or by email at David.Henry@amarillo.gov.
DFW Card Show is coming to Amarillo, TX!
Join us September 19, 2026 | 10AM–5PM at the Amarillo Civic Center Complex for a full day of collectibles and hobby fun.
Shop and trade:
• Sports Cards
• Pokémon
• Dragon Ball
• One Piece
• And more collectibles from vendors across Texas
Whether you’re chasing grails, building your collection, or just getting into the hobby—this is the show you don’t want to miss.
Vendors: Secure your tables now
Collectors: Grab your tickets today (kids 12 and under Free)
Just a note to let you know about the Iwo Jima Flag Run coming up at Palo Duro Canyon soon! It will be held on Saturday September 19th at 10:00 AM.
Maverick Johnny Cobb is the organizer of this Flag Run. Above is his Iwo Jima Flag Run document. It would be awesome if you could pass this onto your readership! Also, they need donations to help this happen! Please consider giving a donation to this cause! Lots of history here!
If you would like to donate, make a check payable to BOOM,
102 Sunset Terrace Amarillo, Texas 79106.
We thank Johnny Cobb and Blake Siebrecht for continuing to make this happen each year!
Iwo Jima Flag Run Procedure
- The 6-man flag teams will run together as a team and finish as a team!
- Start and finish is at the Palo Duro Canyon’s Amphitheater parking lot.
- The 6-man/women team will be given a flag and will run up the CC trail to the top of the Canyon.
- There will be a flag flying at the top of the Canyon and each team will replace their flag with the one on the top.
- They will return that flag to the parking lot finish line.
- The total distance is a little over 3.1 miles.
- FYI: The trail can be a bit difficult so please use caution!
Lone Star Reptile Expo┃September 19-20┃
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
September 19th–20th, 2026
Saturday: 10 AM–5 PM
Sunday: 10 AM–4 PM
Amarillo Civic Center Complex
401 S Buchanan St.
Amarillo, TX 79101
Adults: $10
Children: $5
Ages 6 and under: FREE
Pre-order tickets: $9
Tri State Fair Parade! The community comes together for the official opening of the annual Tri State Fair. Lots of community leaders, nonprofit groups, schools and beautiful, creative floats. Parade starts at 11th and Polk going north to 3rd Avenue, going east past the Amarillo Civic Center. Can’t attend? It’s broadcast on NBC4 Live!