On October 10th, running enthusiasts from the Mid-South and beyond are invited to “Mississippi’s Front Porch” to participate in Hernando’s 17th Annual “Water Tower 10K and Half Marathon" road race which will highlight the city’s historic districts as well as one of its most-beloved local landmarks.
Both events will start in the heart of the city at Hernando’s Town Square, featuring a course that will wind through the city’s scenic, tree-lined streets in the shadow of the Hernando Water Tower. Built in 1925 and officially designated a Mississippi Landmark.
Proceeds from the race benefit Hernando Excel By 5's Dolly Parton Imagination Library (DPIL) with a goal to improve early childhood education by making sure kids have access to age-appropriate books. Every child who is enrolled in DPIL between the ages of one month old to five years old, will receive one book a month until their fifth birthday.
Saturday’s race events (post-race awards) are included with race admission and will feature live music by regional musicians, and great food and beverages provided by local vendors.
Awards:
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
1st Place Wheelchair
In addition to the overall winners, First, Second and Third place finishers in the following age/gender categories will also receive awards. Winners will receive custom pieces created especially for the race by local artisans
This project is partially funded by a grant through Visit Mississippi.
