Runners Brave Rainy Conditions for LewisGale Half Marathon in Salem
Runners braved rainy weather to participate in the LewisGale Half Marathon and other races held in Salem, Virginia, on Saturday. The event, which also featured an 8K and a fun-run, supports local organizations and is part of the Blue Ridge…
Roanoke Lynchburg, VA, October 10, 2026 — Despite inclement weather, participants gathered in Salem, Virginia, on Saturday to compete in the annual LewisGale Half Marathon and associated races. The event drew runners who persevered through rainy conditions to take part in the day’s athletic activities.
In addition to the half marathon, the event included an 8K race and a fun-run, offering options for participants of varying fitness levels and ages. The races are organized to benefit local organizations, contributing to community support initiatives within the region.
The LewisGale Half Marathon is also recognized as a component of the broader Blue Ridge Triple Crown series, indicating its place within a larger athletic circuit that encourages participation across multiple regional events. The specific date for this Saturday’s event was not provided.
While the summary indicates the races support local organizations, the names of the specific beneficiaries were not detailed. Furthermore, information regarding the number of participants, race results, or the total amount of funds raised was not made available in the provided trend summary. The contractor responsible for organizing the event was also not specified.
Story summarized from the original created by William Bazzone on www.wdbj7.com, see more information here.
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