This is a preview of a couple of smaller races. First up is the Focus on Hope in Roseburg, Oregon, followed by the Rhody Run in Port Townsend, Washington. The Focus on Hope 5K/1 mile race is the Roseburg Community Cancer Center’s “annual cancer awareness and cancer risk management education and fundraising event,” with all of the proceeds staying in the local community: In the past decade the Community Cancer Center has treated thousands of…
Independence Day (which happens to fall on the 4th of July this year!) 😉 presents a rich assortment of races, with several to choose from in large cities. But the best ones are the small town races that are part of the local celebrations. In pursuit of my goal of running a race in every county in Oregon, I took full advantage of the bounty of small-town Independence Day races, and had a blast (no…
Mark your calendars on May 26th for the fourth annual Team up for Students. Team up for Students 5K is a 5K run/walk. This community wide event benefits the schools students deserve, in Washington County. Educators in this community invite all participants to team up with parents, students, and community members for a fun filled day of exercise to support the quality of education for their students. All proceeds from this event will go directly towards student…
