Debbie Green was a 7 year old girl from Benwood,
WV. She was like every other little girl…she loved going to school, cheerleading,
and playing with her friends. Debbie was loved by all who knew her. She
enjoyed life to the fullest. In 1970, Debbie was diagnosed with leukemia.
For two long years, she battled the disease with courage and determination.
On February 10, 1972, friends from all over the Ohio Valley put on a benefit
show for her, calling it “Debbie Green Day”, helping her during
her difficult time.This year’s race will be timed by the
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Proceeds
of this event will benefit one local recipients who suffer from Leukemia. Recipients will be announced immediately following the race. Race location is at Wheeling's Heritage Port. Start time is 7:00 pm SHARP on Saturday, August 7th. The course is USATF Cer tified #WV-03027-RT, run throughout the city streets. |