The second annual JUNETEENTH FREEDOM 5K will take place on this Saturday at 8:00 a.m. at White Hall State Historic Park to raise funds for local charities.
The event will offer both a 5K run/walk and a ONE-mile fun run/walk with overall and age group awards. Advanced registration is encouraged. Gates open to the public on race day at 6:45 a.m., with race day packet pick-up starting at 7 a.m. Early packet pick-up is going on today and tomorrow at the Madison County Public Library’s Richmond location at 507 W. Main Street.
The event is open to the public, and everyone is encouraged to participate in the Juneteenth Freedom 5K. All individuals at all levels of ability are welcome: running, walking, strolling, and rolling. Even a VIRTUAL option is available. Registration and race details can be found at www.RaceRise.com.
The Juneteenth Freedom 5K is hosted by the Richmond Madison County Branch of the NAACP with key support provided from the two hospitals in Madison County: Baptist Health Richmond and Saint Joseph Berea as Presenting Sponsors of the event.
In addition to recognizing the significance of the Juneteenth holiday and promoting healthy activity, the event’s host and sponsors seek to give back to the local community. Proceeds from the Juneteenth 5K events benefit three local charitable organizations. Details at www.racerise.com (https://runsignup.com/Race/KY/Richmond/JuneteenthFreedom5K).
Register as an individual or with a group to improve your health and help others.
The NAACP’s mission is to secure the political, educational, and economic equality of rights to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons.
For more information about the NAACP’s Richmond-Madison County Branch or questions, feel free to contact President Mitch Brown at mitchbrown1097@gmail.com.
