Project Forward presents Heroes Gobble Gallop on Friday, November 27 at 9:00 AM. Runners and walkers welcome! Registration includes T-Shirt, Medal, and bib. Run or walk the city streets of Martins Ferry. Mostly flat course with a few uphill streets. Schedule: Friday, November 27, 2026 8:00 AM - Packet Pickup & Race Day Registration 9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk & Competitive Walk Start 10:00 AM - Awards T-Shirts: We offer Adult Small to 3X-Large along with a No T-Shirt option for a $5 discount. T-Shirts will be limited after November 13! Awards: 5K Run/Walk: Top 3 Male and Female Overall Top 1 Male and Female in the following age groups 12 & Under, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over Competitive Walk: Top 3 Male and Female Overall Top 1 Male and Female in the following age groups 12 & Under, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over Benefit: All proceeds will benefit Belmont County Veterans, The Martins Ferry Fraternal Order of Police, and The MF Fire Department. Proudly sponsored by Project Forward, The Times Leader, Panhandle Cleaning and Restoration, & Hot Rod Tattooing & Body Piercing. Project Forward is a 501(c)(3) organization that advocates for and supports the revitalization of the City of Martins Ferry, to combat further community deterioration, to lesson and supplement the burdens of government in these areas, to help maintain public spaces for the good of the community and to improve neighborhood relations.
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When is Project Forward Heroes Gobble Gallop 2026 — Martins Ferry, OH?
Project Forward Heroes Gobble Gallop 2026 — Martins Ferry, OH takes place on November 27, 2026. The race is held in Martins Ferry, Ohio.
Where is Project Forward Heroes Gobble Gallop 2026 — Martins Ferry, OH held?
Project Forward Heroes Gobble Gallop 2026 — Martins Ferry, OH is held at Valleywide Insurance in Martins Ferry, Ohio.
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