The Kirksville Bowling League held a bowl-a-thon on Sunday to raise money for the Adair Humane Society.

Bowlers got a chance to bowl three rounds for $10 and they could get a sponsor for the event as well.

All proceeds went back to the Adair County Humane Society.

"We will use this just for the everyday expenses at the humane society involved with taking care of sick animals, taking care of feeding and heating and all the expenses associated with the shelter," said Adair County Humane Society Treasurer Greg Orton.

The event raised over $5,000.

The bowling league said they hope to host more events like this in the future.