2011 Buffalo Island Relay for Life

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

The annual Buffalo Island Relay for Life was held on Friday, June 24. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. Teaming up for a Cure was this year's theme.

Honorary Survivors from each town led the first victory lap at the 2011 Relay for Life. (Photos by Revis Blaylock)
Teams created sports' themed campsites for the evening.
Sunny Winstead celebrated her birthday with her friends at the Relay for Life.
Community representative and Chairman Brenda Matheny presented awards.

Sharon McKinney and Mayor Sheila Spurlock at the Buffalo Island Relay for Life 2011.
Going for a ride at the Relay for Life.
Lake City Honorary Survivors take a walk around the track.
A man of his word. Community Representative Jackie Wallis challenged teams if they made goal, he would let them cut his hair.
All survivors were recognized at the Relay for Life.
Children enjoyed a visit from Chuckles who made them balloon animals.
Chairman Brenda Matheny and Community Rep. Jackie Wallis gives out team awards.
The Honey Cypress Red Hot Residents joined the teams at the 10th annual Buffalo Island Relay for Life.
Survivors were recognized.
New Harmony Sluggers won Best Grub with their taco salad and grilled corn.
Paula Bowen takes a turn with the clippers as Community Representative Jackie Wallis lets them cut his locks for a good cause.
Sharon McKinney presented Brenda Matheny, chairman, with an appreciation plaque for all of her dedication to the Relay for Life.
DJ Doug Masters interviews Chuckles
New Harmony kids won Best Entertainment with their version of "Take me Out to the Ball Game."
Southern Bank Team's skit showed the girls beating cancer.
Members of the 4-H Team and New Harmony Team share a laugh at the Relay for Life.