Friday evening the large gymnasium at the new Lincoln Center on the Lincoln College campus was abuzz with nearly shoulder-to-shoulder people celebrating victory.

There was no ballgame going on. Instead it was scores of people walking hand in hand, showing they had triumphed over cancer, and it was hundreds of people vowing to spend a 12-hour period participating in the American Cancer Society Relay for Life.

More than 350 people spent the night at Lincoln College -- walking; visiting; listening to music; taking part in special segments, including the Hat Laps, Beach Lap, Jammie Laps and Purple Laps; participating in live and silent auctions; and much more -- all with the purpose of raising money for the American Cancer Society.

Pictures by Nila Smith

Participants line up inside the Lincoln Center to register for the walk.

Mr. LC Lynx himself was there greeting folks.

Ronald MacDonald was also on hand later in the evening.

Jim Xamis stands behind the color guard for opening remarks.

Event co-chairs Jeff and Maritta Robinson offer welcome and thanks to all the participants.

This year there were 36 teams and more than 350 walkers.

Each team was introduced as they walked their first lap.

Many of the teams consisted of survivors and their supporters.

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