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(MURFREESBORO) Historic downtown Murfreesboro was the scene of the 1st annual Travis Manion 9/11 Heroes Run for more than 600 runners, walkers and 'ruckers' of all ages.
The 9/11 Heroes Run was inspired by Marine 1st Lt. Travis Manion, who was killed by a sniper in Iraq in April 2007 as he selflessly protected his battalion. Before his final deployment, Travis visited Rescue One in New York City – famous for losing almost all their men on 9/11 – and returned home with deeper passion about why he was fighting in Iraq.
This year’s race is organized by Race Directors Larry Maples and Rod Key. “The event will include many special guests, military, police, fire, and EMS static displays,” Maples said. “It demonstrates the resiliency and strength of our community.”
The 9/11 Heroes Race benefits southeast region of the Travis Manion Foundation and the Character Does Matter Program taught in Murfreesboro City Schools.
