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WALK WITH ME SUGAR 5K RUN/WALK AGAINST DIABETES presented by Four Star Freightliner

Name: WALK WITH ME SUGAR 5K RUN/WALK AGAINST DIABETES presented by Four Star Freightliner
Start: 2026-08-22
End: 2026-08-22
Location: Columbus, Ohio

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calendar_today 22 Aug, 2026

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About the Event

Join the Eta Nu Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. for our inaugural “Walk With Me Sugar” 5K Run/Walk Against Diabetes — presented by Four Star Freightliner — a vibrant celebration of culture, health, and hope.

This FREE community event invites you to lace up your shoes and walk with purpose as we raise awareness about the devastating impact of diabetes—particularly within the African American community. Inspired by a term of endearment rooted in Black cultural tradition, “Walk With Me Sugar” honors our heritage, our loved ones, and our collective fight for wellness.

What You’ll Experience:
- A scenic 5K walk/run through Genoa Park
- Free registration
- A live DJ, music, and entertainment to keep the energy high
- Health screenings and wellness resources on-site
- Family-friendly fun with activities for all ages
- A powerful moment of remembrance and recognition for those impacted by diabetes

Why Walk With Us?
Because your steps matter. Whether you're walking for your health, in memory of a loved one, or in solidarity with a neighbor — this is your moment to make a difference. Let's walk, run, and rise together.

Races Offered

1 Mile Walk

Aug 23, 2025

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Distance — 1.6K

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Type — Road running

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09:00

5K Run

Aug 23, 2025

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Road running

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09:00

5K Walk

Aug 23, 2025

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Road running

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09:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Columbus.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 17.7° / 28.5°

wb_sunny 18.3° / 28.9°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 8.7 /

water_drop 72.1%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 17.7° / 28.5°

wb_sunny 18.3° / 28.9°

air 8.7 km/h

water_drop 72.1%

About Columbus

Columbus is the capital of the American state of Ohio and is located centrally within the state as the core of the Greater Columbus area. Sited in an area where the Rust Belt, Bible Belt, Appalachia, and the Farm Belt meet, Columbus is a fusion of many different parts of America. It is the home of the Ohio State University. The combination of Ohio Government and the Ohio State University has fueled amazing growth both financially and physically in Columbus. It has created a business and research environment that has provided substantial employment opportunities to the diverse ethnic and local graduates of the Ohio State University, and other academic institutions in Columbus. The Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC), is projected to be one of the top 50 supercomputers in the world and among the top 10 supercomputing academic centers. It also ranked number 1 on About.com's list of the United States' Most Underrated Gay Cities.