RICHMOND, Va. — Central Virginia came together Saturday for the Walk to Defeat ALS Richmond at CarMax Park, raising money and awareness to fight the disease and support the families it affects.
Organizers said the event raised about $172,000, or 93% of its goal, according to the campaign’s website. The money goes toward education, support groups, access to care and advocacy.
Kiana Brown, development manager with the ALS Association of Virginia, said the walk has been a tradition for more than 20 years and moved to a new home this year…