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-XO\$XJXVWZZZDOOHJKHQ\ZHVWPDJD]LQHFRP PUBLISHER & EDITOR’S 1RWHV /RVVHVD5HOD\DQG+RSH Many of us have a story to tell about more. Teams were dressed in matching t-shirts they made, and some someone we know, or someone we loved, who decorated their “booths” in unique themes and colors. died of cancer. This past winter was no The mood was buoyant, and smiles abounded. Underneath it all, exception for me. Within a three-month period, however, I am sure that each individual had a story about someone they I lost several friends and colleagues to this knew or loved who was taken by this insidious disease. terrible disease. Linda, Ken, and Kathe all had The weather remained optimum for all who spent nearly 24 hours (yes, some form of cancer that took their precious they camped in tents right on the football field), and the event raised a lives. whopping $37,500. Much longer ago, both my grandmother and The monies will go toward further research to hopefully find some cure my step-grandfather died of cancer. for this disease before another generation experiences its ravages. Yes, we all have a story. And with each of And, perhaps some hope is here. Heritage Valley Health System has those stories, how quickly we are reminded of announced its partnership with Cancer Prevention Study-3 to invite how short and precious life truly is. residents like you and me to take part in a study to determine our risks So it was with much joy that I visited the first Relay For Life of the for cancer. American Cancer Society held at the West Allegheny High School’s Joe With the generosity of so many who take part in annual Relays for Life DeMichela Stadium in May 18. Hundreds of local residents, teams of around our region and the nation, and the persistent determination of the students and teachers, families and friends, each set up residence along researchers to find answers, hopefully someday our future generations the perimeter of the field where a member of each team was always will ask, “What is cancer?” walking during the overnight event. There was much to enjoy -- raffles, games, music, sports, food, and Pat Jennette, Publisher & Editor &RQWLQXLQJWR+RQRUWKHWKDVLW&HOHEUDWHVLWVWK This year marks the 50th anniversary of the 911th Airlift Wing in Moon, and in response, the Pennsylvania State Senate recently passed a resolution sponsored by State Senator Matt Smith to celebrate it. If you are reading this magazine, chances are that you are familiar with the federal government’s attempts to close the 911th Airlift Wing, the public outcry that has occasioned it, and the significance of celebrating such a milestone. Opened in the years leading up to World War II to protect Pittsburgh's vital steel industry, the base has outlasted the circum- stances prompting its construction, and multiple attempts now to close it. Last year, we ran a lengthy piece about the 911th that focused largely on the unique economic value of the base, both to the federal government and our local community. We also touched on some of the ways that reservists serve our commu- nity directly in an official capacity. In this issue of Allegheny West Magazine, we profile a 911th reservist who started an organization with his fellow 911th airmen to volunteer their free time to fellow area veterans. These individuals know all about the trials and hardships that come with being a deployed serviceperson, and then having to reintegrate into civilian life. Deployment, however, affects not only military personnel, but also their families. Realizing as much, these individuals have been doing everything from fixing cars to patching roofs for the families of deployed local military personnel, and they’d eventually like to offer their services to those in need across the community. Many quality individuals serve at the 911th and 131st Refueling Wing, and in part because of the outcry from both the public and elected officials, including the likes of Congressman Tim Murphy, Representative Mark Mustio, Senator Matt Doug Hughey Smith, Governor Tom Corbett, and others, those individuals still call our community home. 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