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I just got this via e-mail from Eddie From Ohio and thought it important enough to pass along via the blog:

IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM THE BAND

We're sad to report that within the last two weeks, our own Julie Murphy
Wells has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Because of the aggressive
nature of treatment necessary (surgery and therapy), we will be forced to cancel
all of our performances for the next four weeks, at least.

On Thursday, September 15, Julie will undergo surgery for removal of the
malignancy. While initial test results give reason to believe that the
tumor is contained and hasn't spread, nothing will be definite until the surgery
takes place.

At this point, Julie wishes to go public with her current illness as she
could use all the prayer power she can get for her and her family. She's
definitely showing her Fighting Irish colors more than she ever has, and
continues to demonstrate a remarkable display of high spirits. She
certainly hasn't lost her sharp sense of humor either.

She's been an inspiration to us all, and she gives us all reason to believe
she's gonna kick this cancer in the seat of the pants. She's in wonderful care
with a new facility in Arlington, Virginia- top professionals with
incredible bedside manner. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers.

We've set up a separate special email account if you'd like to send a note
to Julie my-left-breast@hotmail.com (Yes, that was Julie's idea. We weren't kidding about that sense of humor)
Please watch our website for updates, and we'll do our best to keep folks in the
loop with any developments. Sorry, no 'abreast' puns here. http://www.eddiefromohio.com/

We realize that this comes on the tail end of another batch of show
cancellations. It seems we've moved from one setback to another, and the
devastation down South following Katrina has taken the wind out of everybody's
sails. We thank everyone for their patience and understanding, and
we apologize for any and all inconveniences.

Here's to better times for everybody, Eddie from Ohio

Eddie From Ohio has been one of my favorite bands since seeing them open for Moxy Fruvous many years ago, and I know that you will join me in wishing nothing but the best for Julie, her family, and the band.