JACKSON, Mo. (HEARTLAND WEEKEND) - In celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary, the Mercy Health Foundation will host its annual Independence Day 5K.
The event will benefit the Mercy Children’s Wellness Fund.
In honor of the date, the race will begin at 7:04 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, at Mercy Fitness Center – HealthPoint in Jackson, Missouri.
Organizers say the race has been a tradition in the Jackson community for more than 25 years, and Mercy is aiming for more than 600 participants this year.
There will be several events, including a 5K Run and 5K Walk, a Firecracker 1-Mile fun run/walk and a Virtual Run/Walk.
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The online registration deadline is Wednesday, July 1, but you can still sign up in person through 6:30 a.m. on race day.
Registration includes entry in the race of choice, a T-shirt and a swag bag. To be guaranteed a shirt size, participants should register by Friday, June 12.
For more information on sponsorships, race details and how to register, call 573-755-2301 or click here.
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