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Seth Bishop, along with his family, accepts a check from
Edison State following the 5K For A Cause.
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Edison
State 5K For A Cause Raises Money for Bishop
Over 70 people participated in Edison State Community College’s second
annual 5K for a Cause, a crowd that helped raise $750 to support Seth
Bishop who is currently battling cancer.
A beautiful weekend with brisk temperatures helped to support the day’s
attendance as the runners followed the five-kilometer course along the
back end of Edison State’s tree-lined campus.
“The turnout for this year’s race speaks volumes about our community
and everyone here at Edison State who helped make this event happen,”
said Nate Cole, Edison State Director of Student Life and Athletics. “A
lot of the participants included students, faculty, and staff who were
here to support Seth and his family.”
The overall winner of this year’s race was Edison State student, Buddy
Hayes of Piqua. The top finisher in the women’s group was Edison State
employee, Kelly Pryfogle of Piqua.
Students and faculty from Edison State were on hand to help runners
prior to the race and worked to help get participants registered and
tallied at the finish line.
“The fact that we were able to raise $750 to help a local family with
hospital bills really reflects well on our community,” added Cole.
“Hopefully this race will continue to grow every year and we can help
even more area families in need.”
Edison State’s 5K for a Cause is held annually to benefit community
members in need. Proceeds raised from this year’s race were donated to
2016 Fairlawn High School graduate, Seth Bishop, who has been battling
testicular, lymph node, and lung cancer.
“I am overwhelmed by all of the support that we have received from
Shelby County and the surrounding area,” said Sue Bishop, Seth’s
mother. “So many people have reached out and sent cards of
encouragement and hope that Seth will win this battle. This race is
another kind offering of support for Seth.”
Those who were unable to race but still wish make a donation, may make
arrangements by calling 937.778.8600.
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