More than 15,000 women, men and children came out for Race For The Cure. The faces of breast cancer survivors were everywhere. Like Ruby Sulkowski...a four year survivor, this was her first Race For The Cure event. "I am so glad to be here, this is so awesome. I've never been to a function like this, and I think it's great that people come out and support people," she said. Many survivors participated in the race not only for themselves but for those who lost their battle with the disease. "It's a celebration of your survivorship and it's in memory of other people that haven't done as well," said Lynda Moser, a four year survivor. It wasn't just women who got up early to show they care, husbands and boyfriends came out as well. "I think it's very encouraging for the husband to support the wives in this cause because it's a pretty devastating thing," Ike Lockridge said. Lockridge's wife is a two year survivor. Those affected by breast cancer say no patient survives alone, and having a network of support is essential in battling the disease. "It's just overwhelming to see all these people out here supporting us," Moser said. The race raised over $800,000. Seventy-five-percent of the race proceeds will go towards local breast cancer projects. The remaining 25-percent will go towards national research.
