Cancer group names volunteer of year

Cape County resident Charlotte Lanpher was recognized as the American Cancer Society's Volunteer of the Year 2002-2003 at a recent banquet held at Drury Lodge. Lanpher accepted the award from Amy Evans, American Cancer Society community development specialist.

Lanpher is involved in every aspect of the organization, including fund raising, prevention and awareness, detection and treatment. American Cancer Society projects that have benefited from Lanpher's volunteer efforts include awareness campaigns for breast and colorectal cancer.