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Perfect weather for Relay for Life
The event kicked off Friday evening, April 11, at 6:00 p.m. with the opening ceremonies. Margaret Ann Daniels, president of the Miller County American Cancer Society, welcomed everyone to this year's annual event. Rev. Mike Mounts, pastor of Bellview Free Will Baptist Church, gave the opening invocation. As of Friday night, the total amount raised was $40,340.35, but monies continue to come in. Because of your generous donations, the American Cancer Society will be one step closer to finding a cure for this dreaded disease of cancer. Jay Funderburke, chairman of Relay, recognized each of the committee members and thanked them for their hard work and dedication. As the survivors' names were read by Margaret Ann Daniels, survivor chairman, they took their place on the track. Family members were invited to walk the survivors' lap with their loved ones. As they walked the track, Kimber Henley provided a vocal backdrop. After the survivors' walk, the teams then began their non-stop laps around the track. While they were walking, they were entertained by Tess McFay, Vicki Phillips, Natalie Dunaway and daughter, Reagan, Rev. Mike and Sandy Mounts, Nicholas and Caleb Henley, and Nolan Freeman. Luther Clearman, Kent Rich- ardson, Joe Sloan, Rev. Mike Mounts, and Rev. Benjamin Miller read the names of the luminaries given in honor or memory of loved ones. After this, Rev. Miller prayed. Debbie Sloan then sang as the luminaries were lit by family members and Relay for Life board members. Suzette Little, luminary chairman, read a poem entitled "Every Candle has a Name" written by John Storey. After this impressive ceremony, games were played throughout the remainder of the night by the different teams. Colquitt United Methodist Church won the most games along with the Spirit Award. Bellview Free Will Baptist Church was the winner of the best campsite. Best food presentation was awarded to Colquitt United Methodist Church. In the reverse beauty pageant, Larry King was the winner and first runner-up went to Terry Pickle. Bellview Free Will Baptist Church was the winning team for most money raised with $7,000.00. Coming in second was Colquitt United Methodist Church with $6,680.81, and third place went to Colquitt Free Will Baptist Church with $6,013.00. Some great cakes were auctioned off by Master Auctioneer Cory Thomas for additonal funds.The team that raised the most money on site was to Colquitt Free Will Baptist Church which raised $2221.00. Second place went to Miller County Hospital/ Nursing Home with a total of $1675.05 while Bellview Free Will Baptist Church was third with $1411.00. At 1:00 a.m., the night came to an end for Relay for Life 2008. Everyone agreed that this was the best Relay for Life yet, and all are looking forward to next year's event. Jill Brown, cochair, stated, "A good time was had by all." Over 700 Relay for Life photos can be seen on www. millercountyliberal.com |
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