The John E. Smiley Jr. “Jay Bird” Memorial Golf Tournament Saturday at Cherokee Rose Country Club raised more than $10,000 for Valarie Gosseck, who is battling cancer. The tournament had 26 teams play, with all showing their support for the Long County resident.This year, there was a tie for first place, with both teams shooting 53. After a scorecard playoff, the team of Steve Wiggens, James Jones, Jeff Stewart and Bucky Keel took home first place and $400.
Golf raises more than $10,000 for cancer patient