Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Paula’s Path Inc. proudly presents the Fourth Annual Paula’s Path 5K Walk! Join us as we come together to raise awareness for Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) and provide financial support to a local family facing the overwhelming medical costs associated with managing this, stage 4 disease. Our annual 5K Walk will be held on Saturday, October 24th from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at Sam Michael’s Park in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Registration opens at 9:00 AM. Every participant will receive a Paula’s Path t‑shirt and an MBC ribbon pin, generously sponsored by our community partners. Each year, 230,000 Americans are diagnosed with breast cancer, and 6–10% of those diagnoses are metastatic, or stage 4. In the summer of 2018, Paula Grant, a mother, friend, and beloved local business owner, became part of that statistic. Her 18‑month journey was marked by courage, love, and unforgettable moments. We honor Paula’s legacy daily, and this walk stands as a tribute to her strength and to all who face MBC. Paula’s Path has raised more than $13,000 for families in need. This isn’t just a dollar amount, it’s access to more time, relief in moments of uncertainty, and hope when it’s needed most. We’ve welcomed over 130 participants who have walked with purpose, championed our mission, and carried Paula’s message far beyond the event itself. We are also deeply grateful for our generous sponsors, whose support continues every year. Through heartfelt storytelling and powerful community engagement, our message has soared over 100,000 views across social media, spreading awareness, connection, and compassion to thousands. This walk thrives because of the passion of individuals, volunteers, and sponsors. Every donation, no matter the amount, makes a meaningful impact on families affected by metastatic breast cancer. If your business is interested in sponsoring our walk please email paulaspathinc@gmail.com. We hope you’ll join us as we walk, Paula’s Path. Thank you sincerely for your support, Melissa Grant | Founder of Paula’s Path Inc.

Friends of Yellow River State Forest will be holding their Seventh Annual 5K and 10K Trail Run/Walk and Half-marathon on May 8 and 9 the State Forest! Get yourself registered at:  https://runsignup.com/Race/IA/HarpersFerry/FriendsofYellowRiverStateForestTrailRunWalk **Must be registered by April 20 to receive a shirt.​**Online registration closes at 11:59 on May 6, but walk-ins are welcome. Friday 5K: $35, race starts at 6:30 PMSaturday 5K: $35, race starts at 8:30 AMSaturday 10K: $45, race starts at 8 AMSaturday half-marathon: $55, race starts at 7:30 AM NOTES:♦Check-in starts an hour before race time at YRSF Office 737 State Forest Road, Harpers Ferry, Iowa 52146♦Prices will increase by $5 starting April 1 Dirty Double Discount: Friday night run plus 5K on Saturday cost $65Friday night run plus 10K on Saturday cost $70Friday night run plus half-marathon on Saturday cost $75 ♦Dirty Double participants also get one of our coveted hand-crafted race mugs!  ♦Registration for the Dirty Dou

51st Anniversary Event for Junior Mentoring Program! Kids will have the chance to run a .25 mile circle as many times as they like, in a 20 minute window! Along the course you'll find SIX color stations: blue, orange, green, pink, purple & yellow. Try to get as colorful as you can! Along the course they'll come across one of the many obstacles they will get the chance to attempt! Examples are: mini balance beam, a "tire flip", and a spider web, and many more! They'll finish under the inflatable finish line amongst a cloud of bubbles. There will be race pictures offered at the event! Come join us on September 26th at 2:00 P.M.! Scholarships may be available. Email akilmer@jumpwv.org Finishers will receive a bag with lots of local goodies. Prizes for the most colorful contestant & More! Please stay after to enjoy some music, some food, and learn more about the Junior Mentoring Program!