Byrdstown raised over $15,000 to be donated to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital through its 5k event. Mayor Sam Gibson said the town saw its highest participation since the marathon began over 10 years ago with over 90 runners. “With everybody, our chamber, our activities group, the town and everybody working together, it seems when people are working together you ... Read More »
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4th Annual Warren Co. May Marathon
Warren Co., in partnership with UT-TSU Extension, is challenging community members to try and walk or run a marathon in 31 days. Hilda Lytle, the county director and extension agent for family and consumer sciences in Warren County, said that the challenge’s main goal is to improve the health of the community at any active level. “I just think it’s ... Read More »
Cummins Marathon Supporting Future Birds of Prey Exhibit
The 8th annual Cummins Falls Marathon is still planning to take place this year to help support the park. Park Manager Ray Cutcher said this race brings in locals and runners from across the nation every year. Cutcher said registering to run in one of the four races helps support park growth and protection, as well as a new education ... Read More »