US Road Running - Boone
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DDS Miles for Smiles 5K
DDS Miles for Smiles is a community 5K held in Boone, North Carolina, at 607 Deerfield Rd. The event covers a distance of 3.1 Miles and is presented as a local running race that supports student outreach and community health initiatives.
Organizers partner with High Country Community Health to raise awareness about oral cancer. Oral cancer screenings are planned during the event to provide education on early detection and prevention.
Proceeds from the 5K support the pre-dental club at App State. Funds will help the club cover travel and outreach expenses for free healthcare clinics such as Remote Area Medical and Mission of Mercy clinics, which provide dental and health services to underserved populations and often require travel for student volunteers.
Registration information notes a fee of $25.00; the race fee includes a t-shirt and bib while supplies last. Registration opens on 2026-06-26 and closes on 2026-08-15.
The event will not be professionally timed; timing will be handled by volunteers. The description focuses on the event purpose, location, fundraising use, and available participant items. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
