Third annual Derby Dash 5K and Fun Walk May 18

Published 4:49 pm Monday, May 13, 2013

Eighteen members of the Go Girls completed the 5K run at the Derby Dash in 2012. (photos submitted)

Eighteen members of the Go Girls completed the 5K run at the Derby Dash in 2012. (photos submitted)

Everyone is encouraged to “Come Run, Walk or Eat!” at the third annual Derby Dash 5K and Fun Walk, on Saturday, May 18 at Derbyshire.

All proceeds from registration fees and breakfast ticket sales will benefit the Foothills Humane Society in Columbus and Go Girls, a running club at Polk Central Elementary in Mill Spring.

A full breakfast will be served from 8:30-10:30 a.m. The meal will be provided by Good Life Catering of Greenville, S.C. Breakfast is included in the 5K and Fun Walk registration fee, and additional breakfast tickets are available for purchase for those not participating in the run or walk. Individual breakfast tickets will not be available on the day of the race, so everyone is encouraged to plan ahead and pre-purchase tickets at the Derbyshire Sales Office or online at www.DerbyDash5K.com.

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The timed 5K race will begin at 8:30 a.m. and will take participants through the community and onto the surrounding equestrian trails, providing a challenging cross-country course. Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female, as well as the top male and female finisher in each age category.