Local cyclists kicking off Great Cycle Challenge ...

The kick-off of the 2016 Great Cycle Challenge officially begins June 1 and local residents Tracey Tepesch and Linda Wilder are ready to take on this challenge once again. Over the next four weeks, they will bicycle over at least 700 combined miles while raising money for Children's Cancer Research. Their goal is to raise $10 for every mile they pedal in June, hoping to reach their goal of $7,000, but they are asking for the support of the whole community to make this a success. Anyone who may happen to see them out pedaling during the next four weeks is encouraged to give them a honk in support of their efforts.

Donation cans (such as those pictured above) with the Great Cycle Challenge logo on them have been placed in several local businesses, including WW Homestead Dairy, Gus & Tony's and Westside Cafe in Waukon, Donahue's One Stop and Barry's Mini Mart in Harpers Ferry, Old Rossville Store, and the Luana Tavern. Anyone interested in donating to their challenge can also send a check by mail, made payable to Children's Cancer Research Fund, to Tracey Tepesch at 208 Third Street NE, Waukon, IA 52172. Donors are asked to include their email address with their donation so that a receipt can be e-mailed back. Every dollar raised is used for finding a cure for children's cancer, and all donations are tax deductible. Submitted photo.