A Special Message from Kathrine Switzer For 35 years, the Fox Cities Marathon has celebrated the determination, courage, and fearless spirit that make running so much more than a race. We’re honored to share a special message from a true pioneer of the sport, Kathrine Switzer, whose trailblazing journey continues to inspire runners around the […]
MEET LEGACY RUNNER: Forest Pearson Legacy Runner Driven by Passion and People Forrest Pearson didn’t plan on running the inaugural Community First Fox Cities Marathon in 1991. Visiting relatives in Appleton after running the Twin Cities Marathon the weekend prior, a chance encounter with a friend the night before changed his plans. Forrest walked into […]
MEET LEGACY RUNNER: Basil Hansen The Heart of a Legacy Basil Hansen Endures to Succeed in the Long Run Basil Hansen didn’t start running until his senior year of high school, but he hasn’t stopped since. Growing up on a family farm near Waupaca, there was little time for extracurriculars until his mother gave him […]
Community Impact: Spring Road Elementary We’re proud to support local schools and organizations, including Spring Road Elementary School in Neenah, WI. Your participation helps make a meaningful difference in our community. Spring Road Elementary School in Neenah proudly participates in the U.S. Venture Foundation School Challenge each year—and their enthusiasm shows. They’ve taken first place […]
By Julie Hennes My name is Julie, and I am a recovering alcoholic. I am almost eight years sober now, and these days, people know me as a runner, but that’s not who I always was. Running came after sobriety, when I was trying to figure out what to do with myself. When I first […]
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