War Within 5K--Honoring Anthony Salem

War Within 5K--Honoring Anthony Salem Race Information

<p><a href="https://honoringtheirlegacy.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Honoring Their Legacy</a> is proud to announce the 2nd annual event honoring Anthony Salem and bringing awareness and help to those in our communities still fighting the battle with addiction and suicide.</p> <p>5K Run, Walk, and Ruck March.</p> <p>7/26/26 8 AM at the Tuscarawas Shelter at Firestone park in Akron</p> <p>This event will honor the memory of<br />Iraq Combat Veteran Anthony Salem, who lost his battle with addiction and<br />the hidden wounds of war on September 24, 2023.</p> <p>Anthony was a beloved member of our community who used fitness to cope with his<br />struggles and honor his fallen comrades. This event is a way for us to celebrate his life,<br />raise awareness about the challenges veterans face, and provide much-needed support<br />to those in recovery.</p> <p>Participants can choose to run, walk, or ruck march the 5K course, which will<br />wind through the scenic Treaty Line Trail.<br /><br />All proceeds from the event will go directly to supporting veterans and individuals in<br />recovery at <a href="https://www.running2bwell.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Running2BWell</a>. Funds will be used to provide bikes, fitness clothing,<br />running shoes, and race entries, empowering them on their journey to healing and well-<br />being.</p>