By Geoff Smith
IBI Data Relay for Life team member

On May 4, the IBI Data Relay for Life team and the Holiday Inn Austin co-sponsored the third annual Black & White Ball. This event raised more than $9,000 for Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society!

We would like to thank the more than 100 Mower County businesses, artists and individuals that donated items for the silent auction, live auction and door prizes. A special thanks to our Diamond and Platinum level sponsors. The full donor list is at www.ibidata.com/thankyou2012.pdf.

Dave Thompson did a great job as emcee and auctioneer. Disc Jockey Alan Reed helped make the night great fun with just the right mix of dancing and games. And, of course, the event itself would not have succeeded without the great people who attended; there were a record 150 participants this year, despite a tornado warning in town. Their generosity was fantastic!

Thank you to everyone who helped, donated and attended. We could not have done it without you. We can hardly wait for next year; hope to see you there: Friday, April 26, 2013.