G.G. Talbott, III Memorial 5k
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- Distance
- 5K
- Start time
- 09:00
- Entry fee
- 0.00
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Join us on Derby Day for the 40th Annual G.G. Talbott, III Memorial 5K: Run for the Roses as we celebrate four decades of racing, community, and student success at Owensboro Community & Technical College.
Whether you're chasing a personal best or enjoying a leisurely walk, every step you take helps transform the lives of OCTC students. Proceeds from the race benefit the Grant G. Talbott Scholarship, which provides critical support to students facing unexpected financial hardships, helping them stay on track to achieve their educational goals.
Grant G. Talbott, III served as a counselor at OCTC for ten years and coordinated the OCTC Road Race from 1998 to 2007. A mentor, advocate, and friend to countless students, Grant was deeply committed to education and helping others succeed. His legacy continues through this event, which honors his passion for student achievement and service to the college community.
So put on your running shoes, grab your favorite Derby hat, and join us as we Run for the Roses while supporting the next generation of OCTC students. Together, we can celebrate 40 years of impact and help ensure student success for years to come.
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Learn more about the host city, Owensboro.
Owensboro is a city in Daviess County, Kentucky, United States, of which it is also the county seat. It is the fourth-most populous city in the state. Owensboro is located on U.S. Route 60 and Interstate 165 about 107 miles (172 km) southwest of Louisville, and is the principal city of the Owensboro metropolitan area. The 2020 census had its population at 60,183. The metropolitan population was estimated at 116,506. The metropolitan area is the sixth largest in the state as of 2018, and the seventh largest population center in the state when including micropolitan areas.
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