Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: THURSDAY, April 21, 1994 TAG: 9404220114
SECTION: NEIGHBORS PAGE: S-11 EDITION: METRO
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The Scouts delivered plastic bags, donated by Kroger, to neighbors and gave them a week to fill the bags with nonperishable food items. Although Scouts picked up most of the bags in late March, Kroger stores continued collecting canned goods into early April.
The canned goods were given to the Southwestern Virginia Food Bank, which will provide the food to agencies that feed people with low incomes.
Thirty-five scout units participated. Those scouts collecting 50 pounds or more received patches and community service hours for their efforts.
Members at the food bank say they are pleased with the amount of food collected. This is the first time in six years that the project has been carried out.
"As we continue the project and people can anticipate it every March, we will hope to get much more food each year in the future," said Michael Hepler, head of the project for the food bank.
- CONNIE FREEMAN
Cancer Society's Relay for Life is May 13, 14
The American Cancer Society's third annual "Relay for Life" will be held May 13 and 14 at Victory Stadium.
The race will raise money for cancer research and education, and patient services in the Roanoke area.
The society's goal for the event is 150 teams whose members will collect pledges for the time they walk, run or jog.
The 24-hour team relay is dedicated to present and former cancer patients and their families and friends. Cancer survivors are invited to attend the opening ceremony at 6 p.m. on May 13, and participate in the first lap of the relay.
During the overnight event, entertainment will be provided by Michael Brown, the Craig County Boys, Wings of Faith, Holy Wind, Bill Fields, the Kazim Klowns, Gary Galbraith and members of the New Virginians.
Awards will be presented during the closing ceremony at 6 p.m. May 14.
For more information, call the cancer society at 344-8699.
by CNB