A ìWalk in the Parkî fundraiser to raise awareness for lupus took place May 29 at Longview Park in Meridian Ranch. Lupus affects 1.5 million Americans. Money from fundraisers goes to research, new treatments and awareness. There is no cure, but medical treatments can help to control the disease.
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| Richard and Christine Stearns-Houde of Meridian Ranch organized and hosted the first annual Falcon Lupus Walk in the Park. The couple is also hosting a bingo night June 24 in person and virtual at Meridian Ranch recreation center. Contact Chrstn.stearns@yahoo.com or 719-216-6200. They are also sponsoring a craft fair in Longview Park July 31, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; booths still available for $50. |
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| Emma Chandler, age 3, from Merdian Ranch, is deserving of a special treat for ìwalkingî the event with her mom. |
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| Reno Nevada resident, David Stearns, made the trip to the Lupus event in support of his daughter, Christine Stearns-Houde. |
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| Falcon High School juniors Rachel Habermas (left) and Ashley Zilverberg entertained the attendees with face painting and bubbles! |
