Walk for a veteran at Fort Benjamin Harrison

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5K run/walk route. (Submitted map)
5K run/walk route. (Submitted map)

By Renee Larr

On Oct. 11, The American Legion Department of Indiana will host its first 5K walk/run to benefit veteran’s awareness. The event will be held at historic Fort Benjamin Harrison. The ALDOI provides advocacy for veterans.

Registration begins at 8 a.m. Guests are encouraged to register prior to the event, but can register that day. The event is free to attend, and any donations collected will go to Operation Comfort Warriors which provides items needed by disabled veterans that aren’t typically provided by the government.

“It’s a free event. Anyone can come and participate or watch. We take donations. Donations will go to Operation Comfort Warriors. That’s a legion program that provides comfort items for wounded warriors. Things like modified sweatsuits for soldiers recovering from burns, or exercise equipment for soldiers missing limbs,” said John Crosby, communication director for ALDOI.

Opening ceremonies began at 9:45 a.m. with several guests on-hand to speak with the crowd before the event. The mayor of Lawrence, Dean Jessup, will be attending as well as several former commanders of the AL. Runners and walkers will start at 10:15 a.m.

People are encouraged to come out and watch the event. T-shirts are available for purchase, but there will be free shirts for all service members. Anyone participating or watching is asked to wear yellow to promote veterans awareness. There is a 5K route, but also a one mile route for those who might not be ready for the 5K.

After the race, a cookout will be held at the ALDOI (5440 Herbert Lord Rd.). The ALDOI recently moved from downtown Indianapolis to Lawrence. This event is an opportunity to introduce the community to ALDOI, and help veterans at the same time.

For more information or to register visit, indianalegion.org.


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