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Monday, February 11, 2013  The Relay for Life-Grand Traverse County kicks off in June but now is the time for teams to start coming together and fundraising for the 24-hour cancer walk.  The Relay will take place June 8th and 9th at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center.  This year's fundraising goal is: $95,000 with a goal of 60 teams.  Relay organizers say right now they have about 25 teams set up.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  It's that time of the year to start preparing for the Grand Traverse County Relay for Life.  The 24-hour cancer walk is set for June 8th and 9th at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center.  Now is the time that people can start registering their teams though.

Friday, June 08, 2012  Relay For Life Grand Traverse 2012 is taking place Saturday and Sunday at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center.  7&4's Melissa Smith sat down with her mother, Gloria to talk about taking part in this year's walk and also how Gloria is a colon cancer survivor.

Tuesday, March 20, 2012  The Relay for Life 24-hour cancer walk in Grand Traverse County might be a few months away, but now is the time to set up sponsorships.  That's why during 7&4 News Today, Bryon Pettigrew, a committee member with Relay for Life explained this year's process for sponsorship.

Monday, January 16, 2012  The 2012 Relay for Life in Grand Traverse County might not be until June but the kick off party is just around the corner.  On January 31st the kick off celebration will allow organizers and teams to prepare for the 24-hour cancer awareness event.

Thursday, June 09, 2011  The 2011 Relay for Life cancer walk is just two days away.  The 24-hour walk goes from Saturday to Sunday at the Grand Traverse Civic Center in Traverse City.

Saturday, May 30, 2009  The money raised benefits the American Cancer Society.  Last year volunteers raised $105 thousand.  This year they hope to do even better.