Sevier County School students are joining in the fight against cancer by raising money and walking the Pigeon Forge High School track Oct. 13 at 10 a.m.

Sevier County School students are holding a “Mini-Relay,” which is an abbreviated version of the Sevier County Relay For Life, the American Cancer Society’s local version of the national program. Students will be collecting donations throughout the month of September.

“It’s a great opportunity for the students to make an impact in the community as well as become knowledgeable about cancer. The students feel good about themselves knowing they are doing something to help others,” event chair Billy Worsham, said.

The “Mini-Relay” will be an all-day event complete with music from different schools, refreshments from different vendors, and decorations from local community groups. All money raised by the Sevier County School students will be donated to the American Cancer Society.  The goal of Sevier County’s Mini Relay for Life to raise $15,000 for the American Cancer Society’s mission of saving lives from cancer.

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