Tonight’s Keokuk County Relay for Life has been cancelled due to the threat of rain and thunderstorms.According to Relay Specialist Ed Rustioni, they don’t have any details yet, but another event will be put together.

‘Money raised by the teams participating in Relay goes towards cancer research and American Cancer Society programs. One of those programs offers cancer patients rides to and from their treatment, while another provides free lodging for those who have to travel away from home for treatment.

Washington County’s Relay for Life is coming up next weekend.