June 25, 2015 - PORT BYRON, Ill. - Joined by thousands of Quad City residents, state Rep. Mike Smiddy, D-Hillsdale, participated in the Susan G. Komen Quad Cities, Race for the Cure on June 13.
"This organization provides the critical testing and treatment that saves lives right here in our community," Smiddy said. "I thank all that joined me in supporting this organization with their donations and by standing beside survivors and patients in the walk.
Smiddy participated in the event to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer treatment and care. 75 percent of the funds raised will remain in the Quad Cities area to support breast health education and cancer screening and treatment. The remaining 25 percent will go toward national breast cancer research grants. The Quad Cities Race for the Cure raised approximately $49,698.
