Several of the cancer survivors who took part in Myakka City’s first Relay for Life last year won’t be back this year. They have passed away as a result of the disease.
“It’s an excellent statement on why we need to support this event and to have this community come out. We are a small, close-knit community and it hits home anytime one of these people passes away,” said Danny Cacchiotti, chairman of the survivors committee.
Myakka City will rally for 18 hours starting at 6 p.m. Friday for the Relay for Life as a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. The event, which continues until noon Saturday, will be held at Myakka City Community Park on Wauchula Road.
Take a look at the faces of some of the survivors who plan to take part in this year's Relay.
For more, see Friday's Herald.
Jim
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