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8K Run Is Set For ArthritisPublished Wednesday, February 23, 2000 in the Nevada County PicayuneThe Arkansas Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation has announced the 20th annual Alltel Rock Run 8K for Arhtritis will be held April 29 at 8:00 a.m. in Murray Park in Little Rock. The 15th annual junior jog, sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation and the Little Rock Road Runners Club, will also take place that morning. "We hope to have more than 1,000 participants this year with both races," says Clem Papineau, event chairman. "We hope to raise more than $15,000 for the Arthritis Foundation with this event." A free concert by Mr. Happy and children's area will be offered afterward, with a lot of food and fun for everyone. All participants of the rock run will receive an official short sleeve race t-shirt, or will have the option of ordering a tank top. Participants in the junior jog will receive finishing medals. Local groups will be cheering on participants at each mile in addition to the water stops at mile one, mile four, and at the turn around. A trophy will also be awarded to the best costume and the most spirited cheering station. The entry fee for the Alltell Rock Run will be $18 before race day and $25 on race day. The entry fee for the junior jog will be $4 and does not include a shirt. Junior jog participants may purchase a shirt for $10. Entry forms are available at the Arthritis Foundation, Easy Runner, any Alltel location or you may register online at www.racegate.com All money raised from the race go directly to the Arthritis Foundation. For more information call Geneva Hampton at 501-664-7242 or 800-482-8858. Search | Nevada County Picayune by date | Gurdon Times by date |
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