Rockwall GLOW Run for the WIN 5K shines bright for victims of family violence

ROCKWALL, TX – May 20, 2021 — A total of 162 runners crossed the finish line at Women In Need’s 9th annual GLOW Run for the WIN 5K on May 8th at Harry Myers Park. Kenda Culpepper and Ms. New with the District Attorney’s office, Detective Laurie Burks with Rockwall PD, Kim Arrowood with Texas Health Rockwall, Judge Mark Russo, and Mayor Jim Pruitt spoke about the sad prevalence of domestic violence in Rockwall and the joint effort to provide refuge, restoration, and empowerment to victims.

Sponsors for the 5K included title sponsor, Texas Health Rockwall, Riddell Plumbing, Rustic Royalty Salon & Boutique, Brian Weast Real Estate Group, Law Office of Susan Satterwhite PC, and Guaranty Bank. Contributing to the fun of the event were DJ Cone, High Fitness, Orange Theory Fitness, Snowy Ice Plus, Run2Win Timing Services, Rockwall County EMS, Little Caesar’s Pizza, Signature Signs, A&J Print & Stitch, and Racquet & Jog. Volunteers, especially from the National Charity League, were a huge help in setting up and assisting.

The first three months of 2021 have seen a 42 percent increase in family violence incidents in Rockwall County in comparison with the first three months of 2020. Law enforcement, the District Attorney’s Office, and Women In Need are hard at work together to provide help and resources to victims so that they can experience both safety and healing. If you are or someone you know is the target of abuse in a relationship, Women In Need in Rockwall is available by calling 972-772-3000 or texting 972-591-SAFE.

Submitted press release edited for publication in Blue Ribbon News.

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