HEATH, TX (April 19, 2022) Spirits were high and rain showers held off as the Heath community gathered for the return of the Heart of Heath 5k and One-Mile Family Run.
There were 314 runners and walkers, including Johnny Biffar of Plano, who took 1st Place in the 5k with a 17:25 time. The 1st Place Male Master was Christian Jack of Canton, with a 19:53 time.
The Overall Female 5k winner was Anna McDuffie of West Monroe, LA, at 20.57, and the 1st Place Female Master was Donna Fuentes of Heath at 25:15.
The youngest winners of the day were the Top 3 Boys and Top 3 Girls in the 1-Mile Family Run. Taking 1st Place among the girls was Aria Lee; 2nd Place was Kinsley Fain; and 3rd Place was Julia Hunter. The 1st Place boy was Thomas Hendrickson; 2nd Place was Luke Scott; and 3rd Place was Taiten Marzluff.
The event also included a Runners’ Warm Up and tug of war competitions presented by Amy Hall Camp Gladiator, complimentary refreshments, giant games like Checkers and Chess, a Bunny Stop for face painting, and fresh-ground coffee served by Bliss Roasters.
“There are so many people to thank for helping make events like the Heart of Heath a success,” said Heath Mayor Kelson Elam. “From the Special Events Board, volunteers, Heath Department of Public Safety, Public Works and other staff to the sponsors and prize donors this is truly a community effort.”
Proceeds from the 5k and Family Run benefit Heath’s parks and trails. Photos and highlights video can be viewed at heathtx.com and facebook.com/Heath. Complete race results can be found at:
https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/Heath/HeartofHeath5K1MFunRun
The 2022 Special Events Series is generously supported by Host Sponsor LiechtyMcGinnisBerrymanBowen Attorneys & Counselors.
Presenting Sponsors are:
Allegiance Title
American National Bank
Atmos Energy
Dental Professionals of Rockwall
Heath Economic Development Corporation/Municipal Benefits Corporation
Heath Salon & Spa
Horton & Archibald
Horizon Automotive Center
Impact Selector International
Rockwall Cycling/Play-Tri Racing
T3 Chiropractor
Tom Thumb Heath
The UPS Store Heath
Villa 306 of Turks & Caicos
Younger Partners at Heath Town Center
Supporting Sponsors:
ABH Roofing & Construction
Blue Ribbon News
Keepers Press Signs
Oncor
Karen Wydra of Ebby Halliday, Realtors
The following businesses donated prizes:
Lorne Liechty, Liechty/McGinnis/Berryman/Bowen
100% Chiropractic
Anytime Fitness
Aria Nail Bar
Buffalo Creek Golf Club
Chiloso’s Mexican Bistro
Citrus Nail Lounge
CVS Pharmacy
Gianni’s Italian Bistro
Great Clips
Heath Hair Salon and Spa
Heath Nutrition and Energy
HOTWORX
Lakeside Florist
Manny’s Heath Tex-Mex Restaurant
Marco’s Pizza
Milano’s Pizza, Pasta & Subs
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Racquet and Jog
Shenaniganz
Standard Service
Proceeds from the 5k and Family Run benefit Heath’s parks and trails. Photos and an event-day video can be viewed at heathtx.com and facebook.com/Heath.
Submitted press release by the City of Heath.
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