5/11/14 - Friday and Saturday, cancer survivors, supporters, family members, and friends walked the Brighton High School track for 24 hours to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society as part of the annual Relay for Life event. The inaugural survivorâs parade on Friday drew more than 500 participants. Once there, cancer survivors joined together for the traditional survivorâs lap to kick off the overnight event. At every relay for life event, the group lights the luminaria bags that the teams have sold for donations in the month leading up to the event. This year a few teams sold over 100 bags a piece, and there were approximately 950 bags lighting the track for walkers as they took part in the event overnight. Each bag represents a person who has faced a cancer diagnosis, a long-term survivor, someone currently fighting a battle, or someone who lost their fight against the disease. For many, these luminaria bags represent why they participate in the event from year to year. A total of 31 teams registered to raise money for the cause, and approximately 600 walkers graced the track. The group set a goal of raising $108,000, and this yearâs event raked in a total of $86,000. Team Superman was this yearâs top team, raising $13,000. Those who did not get a chance to come out and walk can still go online to make a donation. All donations through August of this year will go toward reaching their goal. For more information, visit the link provided below. (LR/TD)
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