‘Run Like a Blue Streak’ 5K returns to Dowagiac this month
Fun run/walk participants will follow a scenic route through Rudolphi Woods Trails and Riverside Cemetery at Rotary Park in Dowagiac.
The second annual “Run Like a Blue Streak” 5K Fun Run/Walk will be held Saturday, April 26, at Rotary Park in Dowagiac.
The event is hosted by the Cass County Democratic Party, and Curtis Hertel, newly elected chair of the Michigan Democratic Party, is scheduled to attend and participate, according to a press release.
The registration will begin at 10 a.m., followed by the run at 11 a.m. Participants will follow a scenic route through Rudolphi Woods Trails and Riverside Cemetery. Children under 10 can participate for free and try their skills on a special Blue Streak Obstacle Course.
“This is a great opportunity to bring people together and build community support,” said Naomi Ludman, chair of the Cass County Democratic Party. “We’re especially excited to welcome Chair Hertel, who will be there to run and talk with residents about how the state party plans to support local races in Cass County and across Michigan.”
Billed as a “friendraiser,” the event is open to the public. Runners can register for $40, which includes a commemorative “Run Like a Blue Streak” t-shirt. Walkers can join for $20. Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female finishers.
Attendees can also enjoy a BBQ truck and Sweet Snack Bar offering picnic lunch options and take-home meals.
For more information or to register, contact Jim Pedersen at 269-268-6684 or visit their website or the event’s Facebook page.
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