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George County Heart Walk considered a great success 

By Mississippi Press Staff
on April 02, 2013 at 1:49 PM, updated April 02, 2013 at 1:59 PM

LUCEDALE -- The George Regional Hospital campus was filled with people on the Saturday before Easter for the first George County Heart Walk.

One hundred and fifty eight runners and walkers crossed the finish line at the "Hippity Hop for Your Heart 5K Fun Run," and another 100 plus participated in the free family events on campus. Children of all ages enjoyed an Easter egg hunt, face painting, balloon art, pictures with the Eater Bunny, and refreshments. Heart Walk photos can be seen on the George Regional Health System Facebook page.
Female division race winners included Tarya Drake of Pascagoula, first place with a time of 25.02; Stephanie Pettis of Mobile, Ala., second place with a time of 28:28; and Emily Pinkerton of Lucedale, third place with a time of 28:33.
Male division race winners included Zachary Blackwell of Lucedale, first place with a time of 21:38; Jason Craft of Lucedale, second place with a time of 21:46; and Brandon Martin of Lucedale, third place with a time of 22:14.
The success of this event was made possible by many local businesses including: Community Medical Center, Community Surgical Center, George Regional Radiology, Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates, Community Bank, Walt Massey Automotive, Mississippi Power, Batson & Brown Inc., Cardiology Associates, First State Bank, Mullinax Ford, Wayne Lee's, Century Bank, Edward's Discount Drugs, Live Oak Medical Equipment and Supplies, Singing River Health System, and HHS Culinary & Nutrition Solutions.
The Heart Walk will be an annual event in support of the American Heart Association.

Tom Davis of Lucedale crosses the finish line in the top 15 during George County’s first Heart Walk. The scenic 5K began on the campus of George Regional Hospital, then wound through the streets of Lucedale, the newly opened Greenway, the city park, then back to the hospital. (Photo submitted by George Regional Health System)