The 7th annual "Stride to Fight Diabetes Walk-A-Thon," was an event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for those affected by diabetes. Organized by a local non-profit committee "Lions Making Strides 2 Fight Diabetes," the event was a collaborative effort involving several key community partners, including the Kinston Host Lions Club, Kinston Community Center, Lions Industries for the Blind, Inc., UNC-Lenoir, and Southwood Memorial Christian Church.