Rising Star Track club, Office of the President team up to stage athletic events

A 5k and a 10k race along with a 5k health and fitness walk will be held on May 22.

The fixture which is a collaborative effort of the Rising Star Track Club and the Office of the President, is one of the many activities in the month of May to commemorate the Golden Jubilee.

According to a release, the events will commence and conclude at the Square of the Revolution.

The events are scheduled for a 16:00hrs start.

Besides cash prizes for the top competitors, all participants will receive a souvenir medal and a t-shirt.

Registration is $500 of the walk and $1000 for the 5and 10k races.

Interested persons are asked to contact cell phone numbers 673-8829 or 668-7891 for further information.

Fitness Express, GTT, Banks DIH Limited, Ansa McAL, Car Care, Wartsila, Ming’s Products and Services, Star Party Rental, Payless Variety Store and Metro are some of the notable sponsors already on board.