WILLARD, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—Willard High School is excited to announce the 7th annual Honor Run 5K run/walk, set for Saturday, October 26. The race will kick off at 9:00 am at Willard High School, with participants having the unique opportunity to dedicate their run/walk to a local veteran.
Registration is now open, and those who sign up by October 14 will receive a special race shirt. Awards will be given to the top three overall finishers and in each age category. Every participant will also receive a custom-designed race medal. Local veterans will present the awards following the race.
Proceeds from the Honor Run will support various student-organized events honoring veterans, including Seats for Honor Flight/Huron County Honor Bus, Military Appreciation Nights, Veterans Day Programs, MIA/POW Honor Seats, and a future Willard, Ohio Veterans Memorial.
To register for the Honor Run 5K, visit the high school office, print the registration form from the school website, or complete the form online at tinyurl.com/honorrun2024.
The event is sponsored by WHS Teen Leadership Corp, FFA, and Student Council members and their advisors. Willard High School is proud to be a Purple Star School, recognized by the Ohio Department of Education for its support of military families and veterans in the community.
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