By MAUNETTE LOEKS
Star-Herald New Media Editor
Platte Valley Companies, the Western Nebraska Community College Foundation and the Star-Herald are partnering once again to bring a unique running experience to western Nebraska. The three will come together to host the second annual Platte Valley Companies’ Monument Marathon on Sept. 28.
Last year, runners enjoyed a successful inaugural marathon and half-marathon event. Nearly 400 runners and walkers competed in the runs, traveling along the same routes as pioneers who traveled the Oregon, Mormon and California trails.
“Last year’s Monument Marathon was such an amazing event, and Platte Valley Companies was honored to be a part of it,” said Hod Kosman, president and chief executive officer of Platte Valley Companies. “We are excited to once again be the headline sponsor and look forward to what the future brings for the marathon, our local athletes, and those from all over the nation.”
The full marathon, which encompasses 26.2 miles, and half-marathon, which is 13.1 miles, offer a unique experience to runners and walkers. Scotts Bluff National Monument serves as the focal point of the natural beauty enjoyed by participants as the course traverses through the park’s badlands and historic Mitchell Pass. The plains of western Nebraska offer landscape views that contrast with the adjoining Wildcat Hills and their rugged rock buttes and pine-clad canyons.
The marathon takes place in and near Gering and served as a key event for the communities of Gering and Scottsbluff last year.
“This is an excellent opportunity to showcase our region’s uniquely beautiful landscapes, as well as, our uniquely energetic and progressive communities,” Kosman said. “Thanks to the hard work and dedication of the marathon organizers and volunteers, there is no doubt that the success of last year’s marathon will translate into an even bigger and better event that will not only benefit the WNCC Foundation, but our region as well.”
WNCC Foundation Executive Director Dayle Wallien, who serves as race director, said many individuals and leaders from local businesses and entities came together to make the event successful.
“The support from the community, businesses and entities was so amazing,” she said. “Everyone really made it an event that lots of our participants have praised. We are hoping for that same support.”
The Star-Herald served as a sponsor last year and is looking forward to participating in the event again this year. The Star-Herald wanted to assist in hosting an event that would promote health and fitness in the local community.
Star-Herald Publisher Jim Holland said he has already seen local runners and walkers out in the community, training for the event.
“We are pleased to see people in the community working toward achieving their own personal health and fitness goals,” Holland said. “We wanted to bring an event that made a difference in the community and we are thrilled to see so many people making lifestyle changes and striving to compete in the half- and full-marathons.”
Registration for the Platte Valley Companies Monument Marathon is open and people have already begun registering. Runners and walkers signing up early will receive discounted entry fees.
For more information on the marathon, including travel information, course information and more, visit the Platte Valley Companies Monument Marathon website, www.monumentmarathon.com. You can also visit Monument Marathon on Facebook, www.facebook.com/monumentmarathon.
Registrations for the marathons are currently being taken, both online and by mail. To submit registrations via mail, send them to WNCC Foundation, 1601E. 27th St., Scottsbluff, NE, 69361
Star-Herald New Media Editor
Platte Valley Companies, the Western Nebraska Community College Foundation and the Star-Herald are partnering once again to bring a unique running experience to western Nebraska. The three will come together to host the second annual Platte Valley Companies’ Monument Marathon on Sept. 28.
Last year, runners enjoyed a successful inaugural marathon and half-marathon event. Nearly 400 runners and walkers competed in the runs, traveling along the same routes as pioneers who traveled the Oregon, Mormon and California trails.
“Last year’s Monument Marathon was such an amazing event, and Platte Valley Companies was honored to be a part of it,” said Hod Kosman, president and chief executive officer of Platte Valley Companies. “We are excited to once again be the headline sponsor and look forward to what the future brings for the marathon, our local athletes, and those from all over the nation.”
The full marathon, which encompasses 26.2 miles, and half-marathon, which is 13.1 miles, offer a unique experience to runners and walkers. Scotts Bluff National Monument serves as the focal point of the natural beauty enjoyed by participants as the course traverses through the park’s badlands and historic Mitchell Pass. The plains of western Nebraska offer landscape views that contrast with the adjoining Wildcat Hills and their rugged rock buttes and pine-clad canyons.
The marathon takes place in and near Gering and served as a key event for the communities of Gering and Scottsbluff last year.
“This is an excellent opportunity to showcase our region’s uniquely beautiful landscapes, as well as, our uniquely energetic and progressive communities,” Kosman said. “Thanks to the hard work and dedication of the marathon organizers and volunteers, there is no doubt that the success of last year’s marathon will translate into an even bigger and better event that will not only benefit the WNCC Foundation, but our region as well.”
WNCC Foundation Executive Director Dayle Wallien, who serves as race director, said many individuals and leaders from local businesses and entities came together to make the event successful.
“The support from the community, businesses and entities was so amazing,” she said. “Everyone really made it an event that lots of our participants have praised. We are hoping for that same support.”
The Star-Herald served as a sponsor last year and is looking forward to participating in the event again this year. The Star-Herald wanted to assist in hosting an event that would promote health and fitness in the local community.
Star-Herald Publisher Jim Holland said he has already seen local runners and walkers out in the community, training for the event.
“We are pleased to see people in the community working toward achieving their own personal health and fitness goals,” Holland said. “We wanted to bring an event that made a difference in the community and we are thrilled to see so many people making lifestyle changes and striving to compete in the half- and full-marathons.”
Registration for the Platte Valley Companies Monument Marathon is open and people have already begun registering. Runners and walkers signing up early will receive discounted entry fees.
For more information on the marathon, including travel information, course information and more, visit the Platte Valley Companies Monument Marathon website, www.monumentmarathon.com. You can also visit Monument Marathon on Facebook, www.facebook.com/monumentmarathon.
Registrations for the marathons are currently being taken, both online and by mail. To submit registrations via mail, send them to WNCC Foundation, 1601E. 27th St., Scottsbluff, NE, 69361
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