Local Runners: Read This.

Local Runners: Read This. - A long bridge over a body of water - Key West

Local runners, mark your calendars!  Marathon Runners Club’s 36th Annual 7 Mile Bridge Run is scheduled for April 1, at 7:20am – this is not a joke! Students interested in running at the reduced fee of $25 may get a registration form at any Monroe County School.  The Student Only registration must be completed and sent in with the fee no later than Jan. 20.

Other local runners with photo identification reflecting Keys residency are urged to take advantage of the Locals’ Only registration beginning at 6 a.m. on Jan. 26.  Registration for the general public will open at 6 a.m. on Jan. 31. 

The 7 Mile Bridge Run is an event that was initiated in 1982 as part of the dedication of the 7 Mile Bridge and has raised monies each year benefitting Middle Keys youth.  More information can be found at 7MBRun.com . 

Photo Cred: Andy Newman