40th Cairo Levee Footrace
n 11 a.m. Nov. 14: Run a 5K or 10K (3.1 or 6.2 miles) along the Mississippi River on the upper and lower levee roads, starting at St. Mary's Park in Cairo, Ill. Fee: $18 for adults, $8 for students (up to 12th grade) and senior citizens in advance; $19 and $9 on race day from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Call 618-734-4400 ext. 3013 or visit chesi.org for more information or a registration form.
One Mile Turkey Trot
* 10 a.m. Nov. 28: This one-mile walk/run is a flat and fast loop, starting from Front Street in Blodgett, Mo. First of three races in the SplitMaster Winter Racing Series, winners of which receive "Series Champion" jackets. Fee: $20 for individual; $50 for family (up to four members); $25 and $55 on race day. Call 573-475-0499 or visit splitmastertiming.com for registration information.
Jingle Bell Run/Walk
* 9 a.m. Dec. 12: The Jingle Bell Run/Walk benefits the Arthritis Foundation. Runners who raise $100 receive a Jingle Bell Running hat or a commemorative tree ornament. Fee: $20; $15 for 14 and under; $5 tot trot; $25 on race day. Race day registration starts at 7:45 a.m. at Fitness Plus. For more information, call 331-3355.
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