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The annual Walk to End Alzheimer's took place Sunday at Power Park in Thompson Falls. Residents from around the county and some from even further, showed up on what seemed to be one of those "perfect fall days" to help share their support and raise awareness for a disease that has affected so many. Jodie Bittinger, coordinator of the event, was present under the pavilion to greet the walkers and runners as she handed out information and different resources for those who were interested.

"We had a total of 36 walkers and runners this year," Bittinger said. "We raised just $4 under $500. I was so excited." People of all ages showed up ready to walk, many of which were wearing the signature of purple that the American Alzheimer's Association chose for this year's event. As the walkers began the route, many shared whom they were walking for. Everyone there had a family member or friend they were honoring on their walk.

Bittinger was happy and grateful with the turnout and how many people came that day. "Sanders County is the greatest," she expressed. "When there's a cause, the community here really gets behind it." Many of the walkers even asked Bittinger if there would be another event in Thompson Falls next year, to which she replied, "absolutely, I would do it again next year."