Lois Sutphin and Jennifer Krick agree they look forward to the annual event that honors cancer survivors and those who died of the disease. They chair the Fauquier Unit of the American Cancer Society's eighth annual Relay for Life. The 24-hour community event raises money for cancer research, education and service. Usually held at Airlie Conference Center, this year's Relay for Life will take place on June 1 and 2 at Fauquier High School's Falcon Field. Relay teams of eight to 15 members from corporations, hospitals, civic groups and families will take turns walking in shifts around the track.
Teams can camp out in tents and enjoy the festive atmosphere created by music, food and games.
Part of my nursing career has involved seeing cancer victims many times. They all survived it, so this fundraiser is my driven thing. You never know when it's going to hit someone close to you. Our goal for this year is to have 40 teams registered and raise mega bucks. The women say the enthusiasm from the team captains makes their job easier.