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Gwinnett Relay for Life 2013 Draws People, Donations
North Gwinnett High of Suwanee leads fund-raising. Also, more than 6,000 people helped raise more than $1.3 million for the American Cancer Society at the night-long event at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds.
More than 6,000 walkers laced up their sneakers and took laps around the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds during the Gwinnett Relay for Life on Friday, May 10, and Saturday, May 11.
At last check, the fund-raiser at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville brought in just under $1.4 million for the American Cancer Society.
North Gwinnett High of Suwanee were the high rollers for the evening with their Las Vegas-themed display. Students, teachers and staff raised over $117,000 to help bring an end to cancer.
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