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Pharr PD Mental Health Unit to Host 5th Annual “Stick by Me” Suicide Prevention Awareness Fair on Fri., 9/12 @ 7 PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2025

Pharr, Texas – The Pharr Police Department’s Mental Health Unit invites the community and media to the 5th Annual “Stick by Me” Suicide Prevention Awareness Fair on Friday, September 12, 2025, from 7:00 – 9:00 PM at the Pharr Vanguard Academy Nature & Birding Center (1025 S. Richmond Drive) in Pharr.

This event supports suicide prevention and awareness, aiming to break the stigma surrounding mental health, and offers community members education, resources, and connection in a compassionate environment.

According to the CDC, the age-adjusted suicide rate in Texas was approximately 14.4 per 100,000 people in 2022.

“The Stick by Me Fair is about more than awareness; it’s about letting people know they are not alone,” said Pharr Police Chief Juan Gonzalez. “Mental health is just as important as physical health, and by coming together as a community, we can break the silence, provide hope, and support those who may be going through a difficult time.”

“Stick by Me” will feature mental health resource booths, guest speakers, a glowstick vigil, and a guided trail walk offering supportive activities to engage the community.

For more information, please contact Officer Nick Perez at [email protected].

Admission is free and open to the public.

DETAILS
WHAT: 5th Annual “Stick by Me” Suicide Prevention Awareness Fair
WHEN: Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
WHERE: Pharr Vanguard Academy Nature & Birding Center
1025 S. Richmond Drive, Pharr, TX 78577

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