Greater Escambia Relay Raises Money For A Cure (With Gallery)

May 1, 2016

The annual Relay for Life of Greater Escambia was held Saturday the Pensacola Fairgrounds.

The event began with a special lap around the track for survivors and caregivers, and the evening included a Luminaria Ceremony to to remember people  lost to cancer, to support people who are currently battling the disease, and to honor those who have won their battle.

For a NorthEscambia.com photo gallery from the event, click here.

There were 44 registered teams that had raised just over $64,000 for the American Cancer Society before the event.  The Relay for Life of Greater Escambia, formerly held at Tate High School, has raised well over a half million dollars for cancer research.

Pictured top: Relay teams in a game of musical chair. Pictured inset: Walking the track. Pictured below: The Greater Escambia Relay for Life at the Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds Saturday. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

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2 Responses to “Greater Escambia Relay Raises Money For A Cure (With Gallery)”

  1. pat clements on May 2nd, 2016 7:40 am

    As Event Lead of RFLGE 2016, I thank the communities of Beulah, Cantonment, and Pensacola for supporting the event through teams, sponsorships, door prizes, and attendees.
    Three high schools were represented by the best group of teenagers , who helped, fundraised, and enjoyed. They are: West Florida Tech. SGA, Tate: JROTC, FAB, NTHS, Pine Forest: EMS (Eagles Making Strides).I wish everyone could have been around these kids: polite, full of life, the best of the best!
    The top fundraising team is Ashland’s Army with over $13,000.00.
    Proudly the Spirit of Relay Award was given to the North West Florida Modelers of Fritz Field. Their remote aircraft were sensational.

  2. Puddin on May 1st, 2016 5:38 am

    How wonderful. Great job to all.