The Great Ohio River Swim took place on Sunday, with 253 participants swimming 900 meters from Cincinnati's Serpentine Wall to Newport, while some took part in a longer 2.5-mile 'Double Dipper' swim. The annual event, which began in 2007, raises funds for the Adventure Crew, a nonprofit providing outdoor experiences to teenagers in the Cincinnati area. Among the participants was 10-year-old Annette Keating, who expressed pride in swimming across the river, a personal connection to the event as it honors her late grandfather, Bill Keating, Jr. Meanwhile, the 6th annual Swim Across America event in Richmond, Virginia, focused on raising funds for cancer research, with community members joining to support the VCU Massey Cancer Center. Cancer survivor George Sushkoff highlighted the importance of improving treatment for future patients, as Swim Across America has raised over $100 million for cancer research nationwide. Both events emphasize community engagement and support for vital causes.