Locals are getting together to get rid of their hair and find a cure for cancer.

 

August 12th the parking lot of Shopper's Drug mart in High River will be turned into a shearing centre.

Organizer Lisa Whyte says this is something she has wanted to do for awhile.

" I just want to help people who have cancer or who suffer from cancer themsevles, it's devastating"

Other participants in the head shaving event are Kelly from the High River Fire Department, Jay from High River Fountain Tire, Gail Phillips, Morgan Bannerman and Izzy Nelson.

Donations can be made at the Shopper's Drug mart in High River.