Join us for the 2nd Annual Nehemiah's Memorial 5K Run/Walk, a special event to honor our 2 year old son Nehemiah who went to Heaven on September 20, 2024. All proceeds from this year's race will benefit While We're Waiting, an organization that offers free weekend retreats and local grief support groups for parents who have experienced the loss of a child. In October 2025, we launched a local grief support group in the Bloomington-Normal area and have had the opportunity to connect with many wonderful families with stories similar to our own. The proceeds from this year's race will fully fund our annual budget for this group (meeting monthly from September to May). These funds will allow us to provide dinner and childcare for the families attending this local group. This is especially important for parents very early in their grief journey who are not yet ready to be apart from their surviving children to attend a support group. 100% of the remaining proceeds will go to the While We're Waiting organization to help fund free weekend retreats for grieving parents. Last year we were able to write them a check for over $5000! We personally attended a While We're Waiting weekend retreat in December 2025 and experienced firsthand just how encouraging and healing these weekends are for parents. We are so grateful for your support in honoring Nehemiah and caring for grieving families. Bryan & Samantha Schoenecke Registration $10 per person until August 31, then price increases to $15 on September 1. Race T-shirts available for purchase for $20 each. **Deadline to order is September 4** Event Details Check-in & Bib Pick-up 8:00 - 8:45 AM Park Gazebo at Heyworth Splash Pad Park 5K Walk/Run Start 9:00 AM Cole Street, just south of Splash Pad Park
Course & Travel Notes
Mid-September in Heyworth typically brings pleasant early fall conditions with highs around 76°F and lows near 54°F, so pack layers and a light jacket, especially for the 9:00 AM start when temperatures will still be cool after sunrise at 6:40 AM; rain gear is worth considering since about a quarter of days see measurable precipitation this time of year. The venue sits at 758 feet elevation, which poses no significant challenges for most runners and walkers. Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal (BMI) is the nearest airport, located just 11.7 miles from the race venue.
⛰️ 758 ft elevation☀️ Typically 76°F / 54°F · 25% chance of rain✈️ Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal (BMI) — 11.7 mi
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Nehemiah 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Heyworth, IL takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Heyworth, Illinois.
Where is Nehemiah 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Heyworth, IL held?
Nehemiah 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Heyworth, IL is held at 100-154 E Cole Street in Heyworth, Illinois.
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