Relay for Life to Raffle Off HDTV

Residents who help raise money and awareness for this year's Relay for Life in New Lenox could have a shot at winning a 22-inch LCD HDTV.

This Saturday, the Relay for Life participants will paint the town purple by going door to door across Manhattan and New Lenox to ask for donations of $1 (or more, if you're inclined). They'll also be asking to tie a purple ribbon around a tree in residents' yards to honor those who have fought cancer.

Every person who donates at least $1 will get a raffle ticket, which must be presented at the Relay for Life, which is July 15 at . There will be a purple drop box at the registration table when the relay starts at 6 p.m., and a drawing will be at 8 p.m. Walmart in New Lenox donated the television.

"We are always trying to find new ways to invite people to join us at the night of the event," Relay co-chairman Nick DiSandro said.

To read more about the local Relay for Life efforts, see our previous coverage about . If you're interested in learning more or would like to start a team, visit the Relay for Life website or call DiSandro at 815-603-1683.