 More than 200 people are expected to raise more than $35,000 at Walk MS in Bemidji this Saturday. Walk MS is an opportunity for people living with MS and those who care about them to connect, join together, and be inspired. Since 1988, hundreds of thousands of people have taken part in walk MS events across the country, raising critical funds and awareness for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. This year, the fund raising total since 1988 is expected to surpass $1 billion. That's $1 billion. The event in Bemidji is May 6th at the Bemidji State Gillette Recreation Center. Check-in is at 9 a.m. with the walk beginning at 10. For more information, you can go to the website walkms.org or call 855-372-1331 or you can email fundraising support at nmss.org. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.