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Relay for Life returns to in-person this weekend at the Kern County Fairgrounds

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Posted at 6:23 PM, May 02, 2022
and last updated 2022-05-02 21:23:31-04

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — This weekend is the long-awaited return of Relay for Life.

The annual event put on by the American Cancer Society is one of the largest fundraisers for cancer research.

This year, it's returning in-person to the Kern County Fairgrounds after being held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It's happening Saturday starting at 8:30 a.m.

For more information on how you can join the Relay or donate directly to cancer research online.