MARC plans 5K in Monongahela, New Eagle
The Monongahela Area Revitalization Corp. and Cox Market will hold “The Best Yet 5K Run/Walk” Sept. 30.
The event will begin and end at Chess Park and wind through the neighborhoods of Monongahela and New Eagle. Starting time for runners is 9 a.m., followed by the walkers at 9:05.
Medals will be awarded to the fastest overall runner and walker, plus the top two male and female runners and walkers. No duplication of awards will be given. Medals also will be awarded in eight age categories for runners and seven age categories for walkers.
Registration fee is $20. Deadline to register Sept. 20. The first 200 applicants will be guaranteed a shirt and race bag. A $25 late registration fee will be accepted at the race sight until 8:30 a.m. However, a shirt and race bag will not be guaranteed.
Race applications are available at Cox Market, 711 Route 481, Monongahela, or at the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce. Registration also can be completed online at www.runsignup.com.
Strollers, rollerblades and dogs are not permitted.