32nd Annual Oaklawn Hospitality Classic Anthony Winnie of Jackson set the overall best time in the 10k race during the 32nd Annual Oaklawn Hospital Hospitality Classic on May 17 with a time of 36:53. Erica Harrell of Potterville set the best time by a female in the 10k with a time of exactly 42 minutes. Matt Melvin of Bangor achieved the overall best time in the day's 5k race with a time of 16:05. The best time in the 5k by a female was 19:13 set by Amanda Weaver of Marshall. About a thousand runners and walkers took part in the annual event, and organizers called the turnout gratifying. “Despite the threat of rain and some fairly cool temperatures early in the morning, we had a wonderful day with clear weather,” said Theresa Shippell, the event's coordinator. “Everyone had fun and it was a great time. We're so grateful for all of the community's ongoing support, and for all of the help from the volunteers.They really pitched in to make this one of the most enjoyable annual events that we can share in Marshall. Full results of the various events may be found at www.classicrace.com.
10K men’s winner Anthony Winnie
10k women’s winner Erica Harrell
5k men’s winner Matt Melvin
5k women’s winner Amanda Weaver
10k and Mile Run photos by John Hendler 5k photos by Nina Hendler
Marshall Swim Club The Marshall Community Swim Club is a competitive swimming team for ages 7-18. Swimmers will compete against other swimmers of the same age and gender from other area teams. Practices will be held in Marshall and Albion. Marshall will have a registration night (without swimming) on May 27 at 6 p.m. Cost: $120 for a family $90 for an individual Group A (Silver): 10 years or younger, or new swimmers with less experience Group B (Gold): 11 and over, or more experienced/competitive swimmers Practice schedule May 27- June 10: Marshall: 6:30-8 p.m. at Marshall High School Pool (May 27- 29, June 2-5, June 9 & 10) Albion: (225 Watson St, Albion, MI, 49224) from 67 p.m. (May27-29, June 25, June 9) June 10-July 24: Marshall: This schedule starts on the 11th from 810 a.m. (Gold Group) 10-11 a.m.(Silver Group) Albion: This schedule starts on the 10th from 4:30-5:30 p.m.(Silver Group) and 5:30-7 p.m(Gold Group) Registration will also be accepted at the first practice May 28.
Brenner Beck leads runners at the start of the Mille Fun Run.
Christena Dejong, left, of Battle Creek, and Rochelle Gillette of Ceresco at the start of the 5k.
Jamie Felton, left, and Makenna at the Mile Run winners Bransom Turley and Abbey finish of the mile run. Ufkes.