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Cancer warriors shared their inspirational stories at Texas Tech Health El Paso\u2019s Lighting Campus for Hope, presented by Hunt Companies, on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025.<\/p>\nStarla Warren\u2019s cancer journey started in 2015, when an unexpected injury during a martial arts sparring match revealed a lump in her breast. After her diagnosis, her doctors feared that she only had six months to live.<\/p>\n
Ten years later, Warren continues to beat all odds. With the support of her family and health care team at Texas Tech Health El Paso\u2019s Breast Care Center, Warren lives to tell her story and encourages others to remember that tomorrow is worth fighting for.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s awesome that I can go to people who are just getting diagnosed and tell them to use me as an example. Don\u2019t just write it off and say, \u2018I\u2019m done,\u2019\u201d Warren said. \u201cUnderstand that there\u2019s a tomorrow, and as long as you have tomorrow, then you have tomorrow to live for.\u201d<\/p>\n
Warren and other cancer warriors shared their powerful stories at Texas Tech Health El Paso\u2019s third annual Lighting Campus for Hope, presented by Hunt Companies, on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. The holiday celebration, designed to raise awareness and funds for cancer screenings, brought in 1,000 attendees for an evening of reflection and unity.<\/p>\n
Visitors enjoyed cheerful visits with Santa and his friends and a spectacular firework show that lit up the night sky. Food trucks lined the walkways, offering seasonal treats and local favorites. As \u201csnow\u201d gently fell across campus, it served as a beautiful reminder of the hope that brings us together each year.<\/p>\n
Cancer warriors shared their inspirational stories at Texas Tech Health El Paso\u2019s Lighting Campus for Hope, presented by Hunt Companies, on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025.<\/p>\n
A transformative investment in cancer care<\/p>\n
During the celebration, El Paso Electric and the Electric Company Charitable Foundation announced a combined $500,000 gift to the Building Hope Campaign, supporting the construction of the Fox Cancer Center. In recognition of the gift, Texas Tech Health El Paso is naming the imaging reception area after the company and its charitable foundation.<\/p>\n
\u201cLighting Campus for Hope reflects the strength and compassion of our community,\u201d said El Paso Electric President and CEO Kelly A. Tomblin. \u201cEl Paso Electric and the Electric Company Charitable Foundation are honored to contribute to the Fox Cancer Center\u2019s imaging center, helping ensure that life-saving care is available to the families we serve throughout our Borderplex.\u201d<\/p>\n
Through this investment, El Paso Electric and the Electric Company Charitable Foundation hope to help reduce the burden on families who currently must travel far for cancer services, strengthening the region\u2019s capacity to fight cancer and improving outcomes for generations to come. The gift is part of the $50 million Building Hope Campaign supporting the cancer center\u2019s construction.<\/p>\n
To date, $45 million has been committed by community business leaders, including Steve and Nancy Fox and their family, the Paso del Norte Health Foundation, the Hunt Family Foundation, GECU and other community champions.<\/p>\n
The Building Hope Campaign offers an opportunity to transform cancer care for families across West Texas. Pledges may be fulfilled over multiple years, allowing donors to make a long-term impact. Every gift of any size has the power to save a life, offer hope and become part of our community\u2019s cancer center forever.<\/p>\n
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Starla Warren shares her cancer journey story at Texas Tech Health El Paso\u2019s Lighting Campus for Hope. After her diagnosis, her doctors feared that she only had six months to live. Ten years later, Warren continues to beat all odds. <\/p>\n![\"The](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/20250305_070330_1cebc90cfeab0802b145899ee51d8934.png\")
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