Mike Reese Memorial 5K registration opens

The third annual Mike Reese Memorial 5K — Roast, Run and Family Fun is scheduled for Sunday, July 2, at Mammoth Park in Pavilion 1 in Mt. Pleasant Township.

“This event has quickly become something that area families look forward to and our foundation is really happy to see how it has grown,” Dawn Keefer, an event organizer, said. “To the Mt. Pleasant area, Mike was more than a legislator. He sincerely loved his community. So, this is not just a 5K but a complete family picnic with music, food and games.”

Mike Reese served as state representative of the 59th Legislative District for more than 12 years before passing away unexpectedly in early 2021. He grew up and lived in Mt. Pleasant Township, where his wife and children still reside.

The Mike Reese Memorial Fund provides scholarships to local high school graduates and to athletes seeking to participate in travel team programs but have limited financial resources. The fund also provides grants to athletic organizations for equipment and improvements.

Pre-registration for the 5K can be found at here. Packet pick-up and walk-up registrations begin at 9 a.m., and the run begins at 10 a.m.

Lunch and entertainment begins at 11:30 a.m. Costs are $50 per adult and $25 for those under 21 years of age.

The run, lunch, drinks and entertainment are included. Event t-shirts will be provided to those who register on or before July 19. Limited t-shirts will be available for purchase at the event.