Author: Dennis Duffy

A fine 5k to recognize St. Patrick’s Day. As a pure blood Irishman and citizen of the Republic of Ireland (and the United States), I encourage this event

An interesting relay concept that appears to remove some of the barriers. FROM THE RACE ORGANIZERS The Get Outside Mountain Relay (GOMR) is a 208 mile Hub relay.

It was about 30 degrees when we lined up for the 21st Annual Valentine 5k in Black Mountain NC. We had to do a bit of dancing around

THIS IS CANCELLED! Time to celebrate the greatest number in the universe: Pi! In honor of Pi Day, UNC Asheville is hosting a community fun-run. Run or walk

Raleigh Run for Rare 5K Walk/Run is an event that will benefit the National MPS Society. All funds raised will be used for research of MPS and ML

A nice trail race in Black Mountain. FROM THE RACE ORGANIZERS Throwing Bones’ mission is to inspire ALL blood cancer patients to keep moving forward with active lifestyles

A 5K run with an assortment of obstacles to tackle. This run will benefit First Responders 1st. Their mission is to provide a ministry of emotional and spiritual

A good race for a very important cause. FROM THE RACE ORGANIZERS Get Your Rear in Gear® is the signature event of the Colon Cancer Coalition. It is

It was a chilly, windy morning for the Hot Chocolate races. I ran the 5k that included two bridge crossings, and of course the uphill finish that is

A very nice race, with a mostly flat tour of the Grove Park Neighborhood. FROM THE RACE ORGANIZERS Don’t miss out on the only 5K race in Asheville

This is a deep quarry run. You’ll be 475 feet below sea level at the bottom of the quarry. Choose your option: REGISTRATION PRICE (includes official t-shirt and

This is a beautiful spot for a race, combining a 10k with a half mile kids run. The race course details will be available soon. The race director

Another fine New Year’s Day running event in Western North Carolina. This one is January 1st at the Recreation Complex in Cullowhee NC. SCHEDULE The 5k Kicks off

It was a great day for the Joy to the World 5k at Bill Moore Park in Fletcher. The weather was crisp and the turnout was nice. Congratulations

This is one of my favorite races. The first time I ran the 10k was back in 2007 when it started off Central near I 240. went up

This event has some serious history. In the early days it was just a 5k, but in more recent years a 10k was added to provide options for

A great way to start the new year with your choice of a short run or a long one. PLACE Pack Square 100 Court Plaza Asheville, NC US

The Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5k, presented by Hunter Subaru, will start and finish at the Oskar Blues Brewery in Brevard, NC on October 2, 2021. The Half

13th annual Wesley Farnam 5k to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. This event is sponsored by the Charles T. Koontz Chapter of the National Honor Society at TC

An innovative concept for a race. Registrants are put into one of two groups: Elves or Reindeer. Awards go to the top five males in the Elves and

Congratulations to all who came out for this great cause.

Great turnout for this fine event in Cashiers. Congratulations to Justice Jacquot and Carter Monroe as male and female winners. Click here for age groups. Results courtesy of

Terrific turnout this morning for the Turkey Trot 5k. A bit breezy and chilly at the start, but the mass of humanity generated plenty of warmth on Woodfin

This is a very nice, pleasant race that cruises through Black Mountain neighborhoods and finishes with a lap around Lake Tomahawk. FROM THE RACE ORGANIZERS The 21st Annual

Congratulations to Kallup McCoy and Aaliyah Reed as male and female winners. Click here for age groups. Results courtesy of Event Mercenaries.

Congratulations to Isaac Cruz and Bailey Badgley as winners of the 5k. Click here for 5k age groups. Congratulations to Terry Aviles and Shelby Robinson as winners of

Proceeds from the race will help send our senior class students to Guatemala for a mission trip next summer. Your support is greatly appreciated. We couldn’t do this

A nice turnout for this race with some high-octane speed demons leading the way. Here’s a link to some pix: View the Pictures Congratulations to Luke Parrish and

One race, two years. The Whitewater Center is holding its inaugural New Year’s Eve Trail Race. So, set your resolutions, turn on your headlamps, and kick off 2020

After its inaugural year at Buffaloe Road Athletic Park and along the Neuse River Greenway, the Raleigh Half Marathon will be moving to the Crabtree Creek Greenway for

 

Come see why the Fiddlin 5k is one of the popular races in Western North Carolina. The course is filled with musicians! Madison County is well known for

FROM THE RACE ORGANIZERS Hosted by Cherokee Choices, the 5K run offers something for everyone, from seasoned runners to new runners and walkers, too! With Age Groups (and

Chase your dreams and celebrate all girls being joyful, healthy, and confident at the Great Beginnings & Great Smiles Girls on the Run of WNC 5K run and

Looks like a nice event, with a flat course. FROM THE RACE ORGANIZERS On November 16th at 9:00am, Tuscola High School Cross Country will be hosting its first