- December 7, 2025
Mason, Melissa and Michael Cancio give a thumbs up after the Livestrong 5K on Jan. 12. Melissa was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was pregnant with her son, Mason. Photo by Zach Fedewa
Lois Loesch is rounding the corner to cross the finish line of the Livestrong 5K on Jan. 12. Loesch was the oldest participant in 285-person race. She won first in her division. Photo by Zach Fedewa
Michele Fleury waves as she rounds the final corner to cross the finish line during the Livestrong 5K on Jan. 12. Photo by Zach Fedewa
Daria Sicilliano gives a thumbs up on her way towards the finish line during the Livestrong 5K on Jan. 12. Photo by Zach Fedewa
James Schisler, 68 years old, finished fifth in his division during the Livestrong 5K on Jan. 12. Photo by Zach Fedewa
Eric Louden and Lisa Mitchell during the Livestrong 5K on Jan. 12. Photo by Zach Fedewa
Lisa Mitchell and Michelle LaMoia both fought cancer and ran the Livestrong 5k on Jan. 12, to show support for those who are currently fighting their battle. Photo by Zach Fedewa
Lisa Mitchell and Michelle LaMoia also ran the Livestrong 5k on Jan. 12 in memory of loved ones who lost their battle with cancer. Photo by Zach Fedewa
Melissa Cancio is supported by her son Mason and husband Michael after the Livestrong 5k on Jan. 12. Melissa was diagnosed with cancer when she was pregnant with her son, Mason. Photo by Zach Fedewa
A volunteer helps direct the runners towards the finish line during the Livestrong 5K on Jan. 12. Photo by Zach Fedewa
Close to 300 cancer survivors, friends and families ran to support Livestrong, a fitness program that encourages physical activity in cancer patients, in a 5k race at Aunt Catfish's On the River on Jan. 12.
After the race, which was sponsored by Volusia Flagler YMCA and Halifax Health, runners enjoyed a catered meal, live music and camaraderie among the other runners.
"I want to show support for those who are still struggling, and those that have lost their battle," said Michelle LaMoia, an ovarian cancer survivor.
Melissa Cancio, also a cancer survivor, finished the race with the support of her husband, Michael, and her son Mason. Cancio said she was ecstatic for everyone who came out to support the cause.
Livestrong at the YMCA is a free, 12-week program dedicated to helping cancer survivors reclaim their health and their lives.
