First course walk against domestic violence a success

CHARLOTTE -- Tammy Wright cradled her squirming 22-month-old granddaughter Kyndall safely in her arms.

If only she could have done the same for her daughter, Brittany Bridges, who was murdered by Kyndall's father eight months ago. He committed suicide on the same day, which also happened to be his 25th birthday.

As she has dealt with the unimaginable heartbreak of losing her daughter, Wright has become an advocate for raising awareness of domestic violence. That's why Tuesday's outpouring of support was so important to her.

More than 850 people turned out for the inaugural "Walk the Course Against Domestic Violence" at the Quail Hollow Club. The event, which raised more than $75,000, was co-sponsored by the PGA TOUR Wives Association, the Avon Foundation and the Quail Hollow Championship.

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