Regional West hosts 'Boxer Rebellion' to raise colon cancer awareness

Runners and walkers of all ages are encouraged to participate in Regional West’s Fourth Annual Boxer Rebellion 5k fun run/walk on Saturday, March 19.

Registration will be from 7:30-8:30 a.m. the day of the race. The race will begin at 9 a.m. at the Scottsbluff Surgery Center, located at 4022 Avenue B in Scottsbluff, or just west of the Regional West Emergency Department. Registration is $12 per person with the proceeds benefiting the Festival of Hope.

The family-friendly event, organized to support colon cancer awareness, is sponsored by the Regional West Endoscopy Department, Regional West Community Health and the Scotts Bluff County Health Department.

Runners are encouraged to wear family-friendly, outrageous, fun, or just plain goofy outfits that support colon cancer awareness.

In case of inclement weather, the local media will be contacted. The re-schedule date will be April 2 at the same place and time.

For more information, call Lucrecia Spady at (308) 630-2842.