Run for Independence 8K to Benefit Arc of Loudoun

An will take place this Saturday beginning at 7 a.m. The event, which is USATF certified, will start and finish at the Paxton Campus in Leesburg.

Runners will be taken through the historic downtown and near Tuscarora High School while being electronically timed using the ipico tag system. 

Proceeds will benefit The Arc of Loudoun, a 501(c)3 organization, which provides direct services to children and adults with disabilities and their families.

“We took the theme of Independence Day and applied that to the adults that we serve on the campus that are trying very hard to have what we call ‘a life like yours’ by living and working independently,” said Executive Director Jennifer Lassiter. “It’s a unique distance in beautiful Leesburg and it takes place on the campus. More than that, I think with the spirit and independence, you can’t do any better than that. It’s for a good cause.”

Last year, approximately 330 runners participated in the event. As of Thursday morning, Lassiter said there were already 341 people registered. At least 400 runners are expected to attend.

Those who are interested in participating can register online or at the event. Pre-race registration will open at 6 a.m. Saturday.

A post race breakfast will be available as well as music, awards, and a Kids’ Fun Run. For more information or to register visit www.prraces.com/independence or call 703-777-1939, ext. 207.