Races

POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER: Rescheduled for April 18! The Sole Purpose Bible Ministry welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities to our first 5K! Our ministry is a local outreach dedicated to sharing the Word of God by providing a free Bible to anyone in need. So this is more than just a race — it's a movement of Love, Faith, Hope and Purpose! Our ministry focuses on local impact, ensuring that individuals and families in our area have access to the Bible, regardless of their circumstances. Whether through community events, personal outreach, or partnerships with local organizations, our mission is simple: Place the Word of God into the hands of those who seek it.  Your support lifts our ministry. This race will be chip-timed by OK Timing Plus.  We will have awards for the Overall Male Winner, Overall Female Winner and three-deep in male and female age groups: 0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+.  Register before February 23rd to be guaranteed a race shirt and Fini

Kids Track Night is Back!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 This is our first annual Kids Track Event to celebrate the joy of running while raising vital support for the **Rotich T Foundation’s library project in rural Kenya. Founded in 2024 to expand access to books, technology, and learning opportunities for children in underserved regions, the Rotich T Foundation has already opened its first resource and cyber-connected learning center in Kabarnet, Baringo County, empowering local students through education and connection to the world of knowledge.   At our event, participants will enjoy a fun night of running and community celebration, while being encouraged to donate to help expand this life-changing library work. Joining us will be Jacob Rotich, founder of the library and a former All-American

The Run for Hope 5K benefits Hope Cottage, a domestic violence shelter in Searcy, Arkansas. Established in 1996, the shelter has since been a source of hope for survivors of domestic violence. We run to raise awareness and support those in need of hope. Race Date: Saturday, April 26. The last day to register and be guaranteed a t-shirt size is Friday, April 11. Race Location: The race starts in front of 920 E. Market Ave. Start Time: 8:00 AM. Please arrive early! You will need time to park, pick up race packet, attach race bib and timing chip. Parking: There is ample parking in the Heritage parking lot or next to the starting line in the McInteer parking lot.  Packet Pickup: Packet Pickup will begin at 7:00 AM in the McInteer parking lot next to the race start. Each packet will include a race shirt. Participants also need to collect their race bib and timing chip at the table next to packet pickup. Restrooms are located inside the McInteer Bible Building. Awards: There will be awards f

The Wildcat Extra Mile is a one-mile race for competitive runners, casual walkers, and everyone in between! There will be two race heats so participants can run or walk at their own pace. The Wildcat Extra Mile is a fast, flat USATF-certified one-mile race that starts and finishes in front of Harding Academy. We encourage students, parents, grandparents, friends, and neighbors to come out and go the extra mile with us Saturday morning, May 2, 2026.  100% of the race proceeds will be used to benefit the teachers and students. In the past, these funds have been used to purchase playground equipment, bleachers, and classroom iPads. Race proceeds have also benefited various sports programs, Robotics, Theater, Chorus, and Band. Thank you for supporting Harding Academy! Register by Friday, April 17, 2026, to be guaranteed a t-shirt size! USATF Certification Number: AR 19008WJT (Effective April 29, 2019-December 31, 2029)