Avera's Race Against Cancer sees record high turnout
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The 37th annual Avera Race Against Cancer kicked off on Saturday morning –with a record high turnout.
7,747 participants ran in today's race, which is 1,000 more than their highest year, Avera said in a news release.
Participation and donations support patients receiving care at the Avera Cancer Institute in Sioux Falls, according to its website.
The race featured a 1.5-mile walk, 3-mile walk, and a timed 5k and 10k run.
KELOLAND's Chief Photographer Kevin Kjergaard captured moments from this morning's race.
Who are the people in orange in downtown Sioux Falls?
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