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Despite bad weather and a change in location this year’s American Cancer Society Relay for Life raised more than $67,500 in Tazewell County.
There were 14 teams registered for the relay and 11 of them set up camp despite the rain and wind. The weather did bring the event to an early closing as what started out to be an all night affair wrapped up around 11:30 p.m. June 14.
Livestrong bracelets will go down as a fundraising phenomenon, generating millions of dollars for the Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF), but also for nonprofits around the nation.
Four years ago last month, the bright yellow silicone bracelets debuted with a goal of selling 5 million units. By summer’s end, LAF surpassed the goal and bracelets could be found around the wrists of millions of people. Assorted nonprofits capitalized on their popularity, selling different colors to represent their specific causes.
GROVELAND — After all he has been through, no one could question Ryan Reardon’s courage.
When the 8-year-old cancer patient from Groveland visited New York City, the heart of Yankees territory, he didn’t hesitate to wear both his Red Sox cap and T-shirt.
UNITED NATIONS — Reese Witherspoon was at the U.N. Tuesday as part of an effort to raise money for a fund to end violence against women worldwide.
The Academy Award-winning actress was promoting a $3 bracelet with an infinity symbol signifying opportunities for women. She is the paid “global ambassador” and global face for Avon Products, Inc.
WESTVILLE – The Pictou County Prostate Support Association will be the beneficiary of this year’s Don Keddy Memorial Hockey Tournament, which will be held in March at the Westville rink.