By SALINA POST
The American Cancer Society’s annual Relay For Life of Saline County is set to take place on Saturday, June 22, at Kansas Wesleyan University.
The volunteer-led event, themed “United, We Relay!" is a day of celebration, remembrance, and fundraising, aimed at supporting cancer survivors and their families and furthering research and treatment efforts.
From 4:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., participants will have the opportunity to participate in a number of activities, including live music, performances by local dance troupes, and a special survivor celebration led by the soulful sounds of bagpipes.
Guest speakers will share their inspiring stories, while a silent auction and a dessert bar dedicated to cancer survivors will offer residents a way to contribute to the cause.
There will also be a luminaria ceremony and food trucks will be on-site.
This year’s event is supported by generous sponsors such as Schwan’s and Sunflower Bank.
With a goal to raise $50,000, the Saline County Relay For Life aims to contribute significantly to the American Cancer Society’s mission to end cancer as we know it.
In 2024, it is projected that more than 2 million new cancer cases will be diagnosed in the United States, and over 600,000 Americans will succumb to the disease.
Since its inception in 1985, Relay For Life has raised over $6.8 billion for cancer research and patient support.
Everyone in Saline County and the surrounding areas is invited to join in this meaningful event. For more information, visit the Relay For Life of Saline County’s website at relay.org/salinecoks or their Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/salineksrelay.