ABILENE, Texas — One local resident is representing the Big Country in a charity-driven fitness competition.

Veteran and longtime resident Penny Vieau is competing in the national Ms. Health and Fitness HERS competition, where women from across the country are vying for the chance to appear on the cover of a national fitness magazine.

Big Country veteran competes in national fitness contest to aid B+ Foundation (SBG)

Big Country veteran competes in national fitness contest to aid B+ Foundation (SBG)

Vieau’s participation is also tied to raising awareness for the B+ Foundation, an organization that provides financial support to families of children battling cancer.

KTXS will be speaking with Vieau this afternoon about her mission of generosity and empowerment. We will make updates to this article throughout the day.