LONDON, Ky. (WYMT) – As October draws to a close, communities are still coming together to show support for those battling breast cancer.

Members of the Laurel County community gathered at South Laurel High School to show support for one of their own who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018.

Two and a half years after she first learned she had breast cancer, Renee Rogers learned her breast cancer had metastasized.

Knowing about Rogers’ battle, Layne Miller organized an event to raise money for the woman who played a major role in her life.

“My older sister actually played softball with Renee’s niece,” Miller said. “In a way, Renee raised me as a child. I feel very strongly about breast cancer awareness and wanted to support it in any way I could.”

The event consisted of a bake sale, raffle and a walk in support of Rogers.

For Miller, the outpouring of support for a close friend made the event all the more special.

“I’m so thankful that so many people came out and supported her and all the strong people who are fighting,” Miller said. “I’m very grateful to have the opportunity to spread awareness and raise money for a really important cause.”

As October draws to a close, Miller said the message of an event like this is to continue to show support throughout the year.

“I think it’s important for people to realize that even when it’s not breast cancer awareness, we have to stand with our sisters who are fighting this horrible battle and we just have to lift them up and support them even when they’re not we have signs our faces are telling us to wear pink this month,” Miller said.

Along with an event, Miller said they have a fundraiser through the National Breast Cancer Foundation and have raised more than $400 in Renee’s honor.

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