Today's Feature

Relay For Life Raises $63,400.

News release

Residents of Carthage made a giant step toward a cure for cancer on June 2-3, 2006 when they walked throughout the night during the American Cancer Society Relay For Life.

Twenty-three teams and more than 270 people came together during this year’s Relay to raise in excess of $63,400, with more than 2,000 attending the event on June 1. Money raised during Relay for Life helps fund the American Cancer Society is the largest nonprofit supporter of new cancer research and the largest voluntary health organization fighting cancer in our country.

"We appreciate all the support we received from each of the teams, as well as from our sponsors," said Nora Tebbets, event co-chair. "We are especially grateful to many volunteers and their families for all of their hard work to make this event happen."

Southwest Missouri Bank (SMB) Tinder Hearts was the top fundraising team at the event, raising over $8,700. The top individual was Donna Tinder from the SMB Tinder Hearts who raised over $2,500.

Relay for Life is a family oriented event where participants enjoy the camaraderie while also raising funds to support the activities of the American Cancer Society. Participants camp-out and, when they are not taking their turn walking or running, they take part in fun activities and enjoy local entertainment. Relay For Life also raises awareness about cancer by honoring cancer survivors.

The Relay began at 7:00 p.m. in Central Park, when approximately 60 cancer survivors kicked off the event by walking the first lap. A luminaria ceremony at 9:15 p.m. illuminated the entire track as participants lit luminaria candles in memory of those who have lost the battle to cancer and in support of those still fighting the disease.

Corporate sponsors were also recognized during opening ceremonies for their contributions. Sponsors for this year’s event included: Grace Energy Corporation, Express Personnel Services, McCune- Brooks Hospital, Leggett & Platt, Incorporated, Wal-Mart, H.E. Williams/Infinity Lighting, Dr. Wayne and Miriam Putnam, Robert and Shirley Locarni, Hometown Bank, Dr. and Mrs. Keith Hulfeld, Dr. and Mrs. Larry Deffenbaugh, Dr. and Mrs. Greg Unruh, Carthage Specialty Pallet, Vista Pharmacy and Mr. and Mrs. James Hartwell, Mr. Harry Cornell and Mr. Felix Wright.

For more information about Relay for Life and how to become involved, call the American Cancer Society’s 24-hour help line at 1-800-ACS-2345, or visit their website at www.cancer.org

The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy and service.

Stench Report:
Tuesday,
6/13/06

No Stench Detected On Carthage Square

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