Community rallies for cancer awareness volleyball game

In a recent government meeting, local officials approved a $300 contribution to the Pangwich High School volleyball team to support their upcoming cancer awareness night. The event, scheduled for October 17, aims to raise funds for cancer research, with players wearing pink shirts during the game. The team captain, along with fellow players, expressed gratitude for the support, highlighting the importance of community involvement in such initiatives.

Additionally, Teresa Wood, the executive director of the Children's Justice Center for Beaver and Garfield County, provided an update on the center's operations. She announced plans to rent a new space for a year while seeking a more permanent solution. Wood emphasized the center's critical role in providing forensic interviews for children in a safe environment, noting that many families face hardships traveling to distant locations for these services.

Wood also discussed the importance of community support in securing state funding for the center, which has received $3 million over three years to stabilize children's justice programs in rural areas. She encouraged local officials to consider ways to support the center, including potential land donations or fundraising efforts, to ensure its sustainability and effectiveness in serving the community's needs.

The meeting underscored the collaborative efforts between local schools and community organizations to address significant social issues, highlighting the importance of support for both educational and justice initiatives.