Lawton, OK: Supporting the fight for a cancer-free world, MacArthur High School’s Key Club will hosts its 15th Annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life event January 14-15 from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. in the MHS main gymnasium, 4400 E. Gore Boulevard. 

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“The best part of Relay is the sense of community,” said Raegan Kennedy, MHS student coordinator. “Everyone is gathered for a great cause, and I feel that we are making a difference in the fight against cancer.”

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The Opening Ceremony will start at 7:30 p.m. with a Survivor Lap – an inspiring time where participants honor cancer survivors’ incredible journey. Events and activities are scheduled throughout the event to include hair donations at 9 p.m. and a luminary ceremony at 10 p.m.\r\n

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“It really is an honor to be a part of this event.  You get to work with some amazing people and put on an event that is fun and brings others closer,” said Kennedy.

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The event is free and open to the public until midnight. Donations will be accepted with all proceeds going to the American Cancer Society. \r\n