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Area mayors to ride in Make-A-Wish benefit
By Kim Nguyen
knguyen@acnpapers.com
Plano's Frito-Lay headquarters will be buzzing with activity as hundreds of bicyclers, including Allen Mayor Stephen Terrell, gear up for the inaugural Wish 100 bike rally on Oct. 3.
The mayors of Allen, Plano, McKinney and Carrollton have pledged to ride in the 60-mile bicycle rally and help make 100 wishes come true. The city officials will carry batons through their respective cities to pass on to other cyclists in the rally. At the end of the course, the batons will be accepted by Wish Kids.
Though not an avid bicyclist, Dyer said he jumped at the opportunity to participate in the Wish 100.
"I may try to ride at least part of the shorter course, but really it's all for fun and all about the cause," he said.
Frisco Mayor Pro Tem Jeff Cheney said he also did not have any trouble agreeing to participate in the biking event.
"I was more than happy to agree to do the Wish 100," he said. "I didn't even have to think twice."
Cheney said that he is not concerned with the length of the ride he's been scheduled to bike; the most important facet of his participation in the Wish 100 is that he is showing support for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
"The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a great organization that serves the children in our communities," he said. "I am excited about it and so are my children. This event is all about the kids. It brings me joy to be able to see that these kids have a smile on their face because they see how many people are there to support them and the foundation."
The 100K bike rally is the inaugural cycling event of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of North Texas. Cyclists will begin at Plano's Frito-Lay headquarters and continue throughout Collin County on a 60-mile course through nine communities, including Allen, Plano, Richardson, Carrollton, Hebron, The Colony, Fairview, Prosper and Lucas.
"Our goal for Wish 100 is to grant 100 wishes for children in need and to establish an event that the Plano and North Texas communities can look forward to for years to come," said Barry Smink, president and CEO of the North Texas Chapter, in a statement. "With multiple route options, families, avid cyclists and your average rider can all enjoy the ride for a miraculous cause."
Plano-based Frito-Lay Inc. is serving as the event's title sponsor and the route's starting location.
"Frito-Lay has always been impressed with the work of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and we are extremely pleased to play a role with this important event," said Justin Lambeth, vice president of marketing for Frito-Lay, in a statement. "We look forward to hosting participants for a great day of cycling and hope everyone involved shares the pride we feel in being able to benefit young people in North Texas."
The fun doesn't stop after the rally. At the appropriately named "Tail-Ache" party, riders, sponsors, families and wish kids will be able to celebrate the funds raised, miles ridden and a great end to the cycling season. Live music performed by the University of North Texas' One O'Clock Lab Band, food, prizes and goody bags will be available.
In addition, sponsors will have the chance to attend a special "Ink Party" Oct. 2, where wish kids can express their gratitude by "inking" their sponsor with their name on their arms or legs using sharpie markers, enabling the entire community to see who the participants are riding for.
For information about the event, route or to register as a team or individual, visit www.wish100.org.
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