The Grafton Fire Dept sponsored a Biggest Loser Contest again this year. It began on January 3 and ended on May 2. Twenty-five people entered the competition. Weekly weigh-ins took place on Saturday mornings.
At the final one, we had approximately 10 faithful losers hanging in there. The “Biggest Loser” was James Sausville, losing 65.2 lbs for a total percentage of 21.83% weight loss. James shed poundage every week. In second place was Nelson Bernard, losing 43 lbs for a total percentage loss of 13.88%, and Lecia O’Dell came in third, losing 18.8 lbs with a total percentage of 8.53%. The group lost a total of 213.4 pounds. It was a long, cold winter and these people deserve a lot of credit for sticking with it. Their persistence certainly paid off. The Fire Department gets 25% of the proceeds, receiving a total of $235. The first place winner won $490. Thanks to everyone who participated; you all supported each other and kept the competition going.