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By CHERIL VERNON
Community Editor
The Palestine YMCA is encouraging kids to get out and play during the YMCA Healthy Kids Day from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday in an effort to combat the growing childhood obesity epidemic.
On YMCA Healthy Kids Day, kids and adults will learn the importance of physical activity and active play through fun, engaging activities. The YMCA also will provide resources to help families get back to the basics of healthy living.
YMCA Healthy Kids Day is the nation’s largest health day for kids and families. The event will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the YMCA. With the help of sponsors: First State Bank, Sydney’s Costume Rental, MOPAC Credit Union, Union Pacific Railroad, Kroger, Big Mike's Wrecker Service, Roland Haley, Rayburn Moore and David Sparks, Healthy Kid's Day will be “Under the Big Top.” KYYK will be broadcasting live.