The 17th anniversary of the “Make strides to end breast cancer walk/run” was celebrated on May 5th with registration at 8:30 a.m. and the race beginning at 10 a.m.  Amongst the striders were women, men and children of all ages.

Cancer survivors involved in the walk/run proudly showed their achievements and spoke to attendees to give hope for a cure and for a positive future.

Fathers, brothers, sons, uncle, grandfathers were there in attendance to show the women in their life their support.

Mothers, daughters, sisters, grandmothers, aunts were there to show their support, united against cancer in a sea of pink t-shirts, hats, shoes and pants.

Teams were formed to raise money for the American Cancer Society, but solo striders were able to raise money and participate too. 

Kohl’s the presenting sponsors were evident at the event in every aspect. T-shirts claiming “Kohl’s Cares” were everywhere.

Banners and flags showing Kohl’s support were placed along the 5km walk/run. Kohl’s even offered runners mini cupcakes at the half way point.

The race route took participates from discovery world along Lincoln Memorial, then headed South towards the Tribune Gardens, to Alterra and finally back to discovery world.

Although the weather threatened to dampen the mood of the day, participants were out in full force and celebrating the kinship.