The Sweetheart 5k presented by Dental Care Center is now open for registration. Children and families can also register for the 1-Mile Fun Run sponsored by Providence Bank. Both events are directed by the City of Rocky Mount Parks and Recreation.
I hope the RMEC members will support this race by registering themselves, and encouraging others to run. It is important for our club to have some local races that we do not host. If we are the only one putting on races, it puts a tremendous strain on the RMEC. We want and need more local involvement to have a healthy community that promotes physical fitness and daily exercise.
As a reminder the Sweetheart 5k has a couples division that will award prizes to the fastest pre-registered couples. Couples get to pick their own team name (keep them clean). All runners will of course be eligible for Individual awards as well. This is not a couples only event. In fact, we expect three quarters of those registering will be entered as an individual.
The race has a 250 runner cap. Based on the Ford's Colony races, I honestly believe the Sweetheart 5k will sell out. It has a beautiful course, strong sponsorship, a good marketing plan, a kid's race, and fun prizes. This will be a popular event. Help get the ball rolling, and be the first to register. RMEC members can use the discount code "RMEC" to save 10% off the entry fee for themselves and their families.
Coming soon. . . OBX Results and RMEC Shirt Orders
The "Frikin Fast Forresters" are signed up! Bring it on RMEC.
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