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Relay At Tate Raises Money For A Cure (With Gallery)
May 4, 2013
The annual Relay for Life of Greater Escambia got underway Friday evening at Tate High School.
Tate High senior Halee Boyd, who is battling a rare form of cancer, spoke to the crowd of hundreds as the event got underway. “It’s about the fight; it’s about never giving up,” she said. Boyd led the survivor’s lap in a “pace car”.
For a photo gallery, click here.
A break was called in the relay by early Saturday morning due to weather. Teams were back by 7 a.m. for more activities and fundraising. The closing ceremony was held at 11:30 a.m. with recognition, awards and a final lap.
The event at Tate High, formerly called the North Pensacola Relay for Life, has raised well over a half million dollars for cancer research.
Pictured top and below: The survivor and caregiver laps kick of the Greater Escambia Relay for Life Friday evening at Tate High School. Pictured inset: Tate senior Halee Boyd, who is battling cancer, addresses the Relay crowd. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
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As Event Chair, of Greater Escambia Relay For Life, I express my sincerest thanks to everyone who participated in our Event. Our community and sponsors made tremendous sacrifices in order to support Relay. Most importantly, many people came to Tate, braved the weather, and were able to honor , remember, and celebrate the people we cherish most in our lives. Get ready to RELAY in 2014.