Greyhound 5K Expands to ‘Runnin’ Dogs & Cookin’ Cats’ (Catfish)

Arkansas State University Mid-South is expanding its annual Greyhound 5K to include a full day of sporting activities, food-fixin’ competition, and family fun on the first Saturday in October.

“Runnin’ Dogs & Cookin’ Cats” (catfish), set for Oct. 3, will feature the traditional 5K, Pup Dash, and Kids’ Zone inflatables as well as a catfish cooking contest, live music, arts and crafts, recreational sporting events, a “Cheer Off,” and food/concessions. All activities will be held on the ASU Mid-South campus at 2000 West Broadway in West Memphis.

“This is the fourth year of the race, and we wanted to make it into more of a full-day, family event to appeal to a wider range of people,” said Elizabeth Williams, ASU Mid-South Director of Development. “We want this to be a signature event for the college and the community. In the process, we’re hoping to build more awareness for our institution and our athletic program.”

Greyhound 5k Features Plenty of Fun for Kids

A Pup Dash, train rides, a three-attraction inflatables “park,” and face painting make the Third Annual Greyhound 5k Walk/Run at Mid-South Community College a great event for kids.

Activities will take place on Saturday, Oct. 4, near the Marion Berry Renewable Energy Center on MSCC’s North Campus. The 5k begins at 9 a.m., and the Kids’ Zone, sponsored by The Works Health and Fitness Center, is scheduled to open at 9:15. The Pup Dash, open to kids of all ages, will start at 10.

Registration for all events is available at http://greyhound5k.racesonline.com. Online and mail-in signup are available, and the 5k fee is $20. For students at MSCC and area high schools, a special $10 entry fee applies through Thursday, Oct. 2. Registration for the “Pup Dash” is only $10 as well.
Proceeds from the race will go toward scholarships for MSCC student-athletes.

Pup Dash, Inflatables, Rides Highlight Kids’ Activities at Greyhound 5K

The Second Annual Greyhound 5k event at Mid-South Community College will include something for everyone, and young participants will have plenty of opportunities for fun and games. The festivities are scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5.

“We have some great activities planned for kids,” said Race Director Patti Coleman, MSCC Director of Advancement. “We’re working with Operation Moon Bounce of Memphis, and they have a bunch of new cool attractions to showcase at the Greyhound 5k. Our goal is to have a first-class event for people of all ages.”