One local artist and a few of his pals are putting together a benefit fundraiser for a man who has helped pave the way in their careers.

Jake Vance along with Tim Hus will be performing at the Tuner Valley Legion for Chad Kendrick and his family.

Vance says he wouldn't be the artist he is without his guidance.

"He's been a mentor to us," he says. "He has recently been diagnosed with ALS so this weekend we're holding a fundraiser to help him get down to California for hopefully some stem cell research."

The fundraiser goes Saturday night which will feature a silent auction, raffles, food and of course music.

Vance says there's plenty of tickets available at a number of locations.

"You can grab them at Bohemia in Black Diamond, The Blue Rock Gallery and One On One Studio or you can get them at the door."

Tickets are $20, the doors open at 6 p.m.and the music begins at 7 p.m.

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