Rockford Relay For Life raised $318,000 for the American Cancer Society, making it one of the most successful fundraisers in the state.

Other West Michigan communities are doing their part.  During the Wyoming-Grandville Relay For Life on May 10, participants raised at least $54,857.  That same day, participants in the Grand Haven-Spring Lake Relay For Life collected at least $45,984 for the American Cancer Society.  Runners and walkers in East Grand Rapids raised at least $56,531 during their Relay For Life May 17.  On May 18, the Relay For Life of White Lake generated at least $43,211 for the American Cancer Society, while Relay For Life of Comstock Park raised at least $42,815.

And don’t count local colleges out.  In April, Grand Valley State University raised at least $85,263 during its Relay For Life, Western Michigan University collected at least $32,083 and Aquinas College raised $5,670.

Plenty more communities are planning Rel

This may sound like an early notice to some people, but the 3rd Annual Grand Rapids Triathlon is really not that far off. Mark your calendars for June 9th if you are interested in participating. This event benefits Kids Food Basket.

Approximately 1500 athletes sign up for this event that brings thousands of spectators to the Ada/Cascade area.

If you feel you would like to get involved and volunteer to help with this event, you can register at www.grandrapidstriathlon.com  Additional information is available also by contacting Andy Vidro, Co-Director at andy@tris4health.com or call 616-805-3059

Now is the time to register for the Grand Rapids Triathlon 2013. By registering before March 31st, you can save money. The race, (Sprint, Olympic and ½ Iron Combined) scheduled for June 9th, will be limited to 1500 participants.

Military troops, law enforcement, firefighters and EMS will be given a 10% discount with valid ID. Just enter ‘SERVICE2013’ during checkout and bring your valid ID with you when you pick up your race packet.

All proceeds from this race to benefit "Kid's Food Basket."

Additional information can be obtained at ann@tris4health.com