War Within Challenge 5K: Honoring Anthony Salem
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The War Within Challenge
The War Within Challenge is a community running and walking event at Tuscarawas Shelter, Firestone Park, 2620 Harrington Rd, Akron, OH on July 26, 2026. The event honors an Iraq combat veteran and people coping with addiction, PTSD, trauma, and other mental health challenges.
Participants can choose between running, walking, or rucking. Ruck participants are suggested to carry 35 pounds. Several route options use looped courses.
Distances available:
- 2 miles one loop
- 4 miles two loops
- 8 miles four loops
Some walking options are untimed. Registration details in the source indicate an entry fee of $30 and registration opening January 1, 2026 with a closing date of March 31, 2026. The event includes a free lunch provided by Zou’s Shawarma Shack.
Information focuses on event format, location, available distances, participant options, and the event purpose of remembrance and support for mental health and recovery. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
