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AtlanticFest Road Race This Saturday

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August 8th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

The Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Connect-A-Dock, will host their annual Road Race this Saturday, August 11th, beginning at 8-a.m. The 2018 Road Race will be held on 6th Street across from City Park. The race will begin at 8:00 AM with a 2 or 5 mile run and a 2 mile walk. The route can be found on www.atlanticiowa.com and will be similar to last year; enjoying a route through Schildberg Recreation Area. Racers can register online at atlanticiowa.com until August 9th.

Day-of registration is at 7 AM at the Atlantic City Park, with the race beginning at 8 AM. Following the race, Atlantic Hy-Vee will provide fruit to all racers and Southwest Iowa Crystal Clear will be filling re-usable water bottles for all participants to enjoy. ATI Physical Therapy will also be on site offering pre and post-race stretching. For more information about the Road Race, or additional AtlanticFest information visit www.atlanticiowa.com or call the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce at (712)243-3017.