Welcoming runners for the Veterans Marathon
(Talk of the Town photo by Jennifer Zartman Romano)
Banners have been installed at major entrances to the community this week to welcome the hundreds of runners coming to town for the second annual Veterans Marathon on Saturday. The banner, above, is in place and ready to welcome runners -- many of whom may begin arriving as early as today. The banners were furnished by the City of Columbia City. The event stands to draw thousands to the community, with a significant economic impact on local businesses, including retail and restaurants.
The second annual Veterans Marathon, half marathon and 5K races will be held Saturday and will begin in downtown Columbia City. The earliest race begins at 8 a.m. Residents are urged to cheer for the runners along the race route or at the finish line in downtown Columbia City.