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Rose Run celebrates 35 years!Saturday, June 11, JCC Fieldhouse
Lace up those running shoes! The 35th annual Rose Run is approaching fast, Saturday, June 11, sponsored by Physicians Health Plan of Southern Michigan and organized by Jackson Community College. The Rose Run is designed to promote fitness and provide something challenging for the community, said coordinator Mike McGlynn, professor of health and physical fitness at JCC. Funds from the Run go to support the College's health and physical fitness program. Additional sponsors include Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists, P.C., Optimal Performance Specialists, Tri-County Water, and Jackson Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. The Rose Run is a great opportunity to participate in a competitive running event. Races include 10K and 5K runs, 4-mile walk, and children's ¼- and ½-mile runs. Registration will be held at the JCC Fieldhouse on Friday, June 10, from 5:30-7 p.m., and on Saturday morning beginning at 6:30 a.m. Events kick off both at JCC's main campus and Ella Sharp Park. Transportation is provided from the College to Sharp Park for the 10K run and the 4-mile walk. To mark the 35th anniversary, commemorative medals will be given to all finishers. Custom medals will be awarded to the top three in five-year age groups for the 10K, 5K and 4-mile walk. Top finishers will receive trophies. All pre-registered participants receive a T-shirt. For more information or to register online, visit the web page at www.roserun.org. Forms are also available at JCC or from Step One Running Store. Call (517) 796-8455, or fax (517) 796-8624. -30- |
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