ALS benefit walk


The Walk to Defeat ALS raises money to help find a cure for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, and to provide services for people living with the disease.

ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that attacks nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, making even simple movements such as walking and talking almost impossible, the ALS Association says. The mind usually is unaffected.

This year, walks will be held in about 150 locations nationwide, including Tempe. All walk routes are wheelchair accessible.

Details: On-site registration begins at 9 a.m. and the walk at 10 a.m. Saturday at Tempe Beach Park, Rio Salado Parkway and Mill Avenue. There's no fee to participate. Register at www.alsa.org or 602-297-3800.