The Athletic staff, school staff, family, and friends of Cornerstone Christian School in Roanoke Rapids are hosting a benefit to raise money for Barry Norris, husband of principal Charlene Norris.

Barry Norris is battling cancer for the second time in five years. The staff would like to share a variety of ways that you can help this family in their time of need.

First, there will be a bagged BBQ lunch on Friday, November 6th. You can purchase tickets for a donation of $8 and receive 2 bbq sandwiches, chips, and a drink. Pick up will be at 90 Wood Store Rd in Roanoke Rapids, just off of Bolling Rd.

Second, there will be a silent auction that day. There will be wonderful items to bid on including a gift certificate from Les Atkins Photography, pumpkin basket, breakfast basket, movie night basket, Avon basket, floral arrangements, gift certificates for haircuts, massages, restaurants, and much, much more!

Third, they will be drawing for a Toshiba 32 inch flat screen TV. 1 ticket for $1.00 or 6 tickets for $5.00 donations. The festivities begin at 11:30 with drawing and auctions ending at 2:30. If you would like to purchase tickets for the lunch or raffle, or donate items for the silent auction, please call the school at (252) 535-3007 and ask for Mrs. Cox or Mrs. Arthur.