'Light The Night' walk lights up Innsbrook for blood cancer patients

The community came together at Innsbrook in Glen Allen for the Light The Night walk, raising glowing lanterns to celebrate, support and remember those affected by blood cancer.

The Saturday evening event, hosted by Blood Cancer United, is part of a national campaign that takes place in nearly 80 cities across the country. Leah Tomlin, with Blood Cancer United, said the walk is a special chance to honor patients and survivors.

"We're just thrilled to be out here tonight celebrating survivorship and hope of patients across the country," Tomlin said.

The money raised supports the group's mission to find cures for blood cancers and improve the quality of life for patients and their families. Tomlin said the group set an ambitious goal of raising $1 million at the local event and nearly $60 million nationally this year.

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