Rollerfest In Broken Arrow Raises Awareness For Autism Oklahoma

Some people went roller skating for a good cause on Sunday.

"Rollerfest" raises awareness on the growing rate of autism and homelessness in our state.

It was held at Roller Sports in Broken Arrow and some of the money made will be donated to Autism Oklahoma.

There were games, prizes, a raffle to win a pair of roller skates, and live music.

"It's important because the community, and nowadays, autism, you know it's in everyone's family. It's something that's on the ride and to be we're able to be the voice of it," said entrepreneur Mello Malone.

The event also had a canned food drive and all canned goods will be donated locally.