Justin Snair

Community comes together to support local schools and run fast times

Published September 23, 2013 at 10:21AM | Updated June 25, 2015 at 5:10PM

Jennifer Panetta crosses the finish line of the Kensington 8k just ahead of Jocilyn McNally. Photo: John Seabreeze

Young kids in race bibs laughing and playing games as they followed “Larry the Lion” around a park is not the typical road race finish line. But the Kensington 8k, a race that donated its proceeds to three local public schools, attracted competitors of all ages.

In its 20th year, the Kensington 8k race brought more than 500 runners—for just one distance. In addition to the 8K competitors, the Two-Mile Challenge was made up of 400 participants along with the 1k Fun Run that turned out 300 runners. With over 40 local sponsors, the event proceeds went to supporting Kensington Parkwood Elementary, North Bethesda Middle and Walter Johnson High Schools.

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Supporting Wounded Service Members Motivates Semper Fi 5k

By Erin Masterson

Published May 18, 2013 at 2:31PM | Updated June 25, 2015 at 5:23PM

Runnershead to the finish line at the Semper Fi 5k. Photo: Erin Masterson

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When the runners of the Semper Fi 5K lined up to the starting line Saturday at Anacostia Park, each had their own motivation for racing that day. For many, running the race was a way to support the mission of the Semper Fi Fund, a non-profit organization that raises funds for wounded Marines and Sailors as well as members of the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard who serve in support of Marine forces. For others, the race served as a source of motivation, camaraderie, or a goal to work towards following a period of adversity.