Enterprise Dispatch Blog

MEEKER, WRIGHT COUNTY – Daffodils are not only one of the first flowers of spring, but they are also a sign of hope for a future free of cancer.
The American Cancer Society’s annual Daffodil Days begin today, with proceeds from the event going toward cancer research.
“Daffodils are considered a sign of hope that spring is coming and hope that someday cancer will no longer be a life-threatening disease,” said Julie Schrum, Daffodil Days coordinator in Meeker County.
According to the American Cancer Society, one in every two men, and one in every three women are at risk of developing cancer.
Not only is Daffodil Days a fundraiser, but a reminder of cancer’s affect on people’s lives, Schrum said.
For the third year, daffodils will be for sale at Gary’s Family Foods in Dassel. Volunteers will be selling the flowers Friday, March 19 from 3 to 6 p.m.
Daffodils are for sale by the bunch, $10 for 10, or a potted “Dainty Daffodil” for a $15 donation to cancer research (while supplies last).
Daffodils will also be on sale at Econofoods in Litchfield today (March 15) through Friday, March 19 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For questions, call Schrum at (320) 593-7743.
There are two locations in Wright County selling daffodils, Buffalo Wine and Spirits (621 Highway 55), and Paeonia Floral in Monticello.