Approximately 75 runners braved some chilly morning weather on Saturday, April 9, to participate in the first Penn State Greater Allegheny 5K Run/Walk. Proceeds of $1,658 collected from race registrations were donated to Sonshine Ministries in McKeesport. The ministry provides clothing, food and counseling services to area residents.
The 5K was hosted by the Penn State Greater Allegheny Student Government Association. It?s was sponsored by the Penn State Greater Allegheny Alumni Society. The purpose of the event was to provide students at Penn State Greater Allegheny the opportunity to be challenged both physically and mentally while contributing to their surrounding community. The first place male and female community members were Chuck Love (21:34) and Erica Suhy (24:18). The first place male and female students were Keith Tester (23:35) and Roni Watkins (1:07:47). The event was timed by Runner?s High, a race and time management company based in Grove City.