May 19, 2013

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Alumni basketball tournament raises money for March of Dimes

Marietta high school graduates shot hoops for a good cause tonight.

The high school hosted it's 2nd annual alumni basketball tournament to support "March of Dimes".

The fundraiser goes to help improve the health of mothers and their babies.

117 alumni turned out.The tournament started at 8 this morning and ended at 7 tonight.

The money raised was presented to area families.

"We're also going to bring all the premies from our local area to recognize cuz that's what we're here for, we're raising money, we're balling for babies," said event organizer Kim Fraire.

Last year the tournament raised $5,000 dollars.


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