iSUPPORT by Amy Noles
Run Like a Mother
7th Annual Iron Mom Half Marathon
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others are notorious for always running - whether it’s running errands, running after the kids, or running in general, mothers are on the go. This strength is the backbone of the 7th Annual Paducah Iron Mom half marathon and half marathon relay which will
take place on May 13, 2017. The race will begin at Water & Jefferson St, Paducah, Kentucky, at 7:00 am. And you don’t even have to be a mom to take part. Iron Mom started in 2011 and has steadily grown over the years. Last year there were 700 runners and organizers are hoping to have an even bigger turn out this year. The event raised $20,000 in its initial year and has progressively added $5,000 each year to its fundraising efforts. Proceeds from this event go to Family Service Society. This organization serves as a crisis resource to people of Paducah/McCracken County, Kentucky in need. Services include assistance with food, clothing, utilities, medications, dental, eyeglasses, household goods, personal hygiene items and Christmas food assistance. Family Service Society has been meeting the challenge of serving our community since 1927.
Another Mother Runner
The half marathon is on a loop course with both the start and finish in downtown Paducah. This year’s route is the same as years past and features Start/Finish on Jefferson, between Water & 2nd. Runners will be right in front of the Wall to Wall murals at the Ohio River. The course offers an opportunity for runners to enjoy Paducah’s beautiful neighborhoods and continues to showcase Paducah by running along Jefferson Street, through the Greenway Trail, Bob Noble Park, and historic downtown and Lower Town. All finishers of the half marathon will receive a custom medal. Relay finishers will receive a keychain medal. The top three overall male and female, and the top three master’s male and female will all receive individual awards. There will also be awards for the top three in 10 year age groups and in teams: Top three 2-person teams, 4-person teams in open division, top female only 2-person team and top female only 4-person team.
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