DAYTON — On Saturday, October 25th, the Ohio Lions District 13-OH6 is hosting its annual STEPS 5K Run/ 1K Walk to raise money for childhood cancer research.
The event will take place at Eastwood MetroPark in Dayton at 10 a.m.
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Over 91,000 children lose their lives to cancer every year, and it’s the number one killer of disease in children under the age of 15, according to a spokesperson.
To participate, registration is $25 per person and includes a T-shirt.
All funds raised will be donated to Oncology Research Centers at area children’s hospitals.
Awards will be given to the top runners, along with a costume contest.
Participants can register online at Steps13OH6.org or the morning of the event, starting at 9 a.m.
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