Martha’s Run returns April 9 in Mt. Lebanon
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Martha’s Run returns to Mt. Lebanon.
The 26th annual race begins at 8 a.m. April 9 at Mt. Lebanon High School. The challenging 10K course weaves through the hills of Mt. Lebanon.
There is also a 1-mile run/walk for those looking for a shorter distance in which to compete.
Visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Pittsburgh/MarthasRun to pre-register online. Registration opportunities will also be available race day at the Mt. Lebanon recreation center.
Martha’s Run is the main fundraising effort for The Martha Fund, a charitable organization dedicated to preserving the memory of slain FBI Special Agent Martha Dixon.
On November 22, 1994, an armed gunman entered the FBI Washington Field Office and opened fire, injuring one and killing Dixon, FBI agent Mike Miller, and D.C. police Sgt. Hank Daly.
After Dixon’s passing, her family channeled its grief into efforts to continue her two passions, running and children.
Since 1995, the fund has honored the memory of Martha Dixon by hosting family-oriented public events and funding the construction and renovation of over 20 playgrounds in the Pittsburgh area. It continues to support playground projects in Pittsburgh.
The Martha Fund recognizes the bravery of law enforcement officers and their families and has made a point to honor officers in the community each year.
In 2009, Martha’s Run “Law Enforcement Awards” were renamed the “Sam Hicks Memorial Awards,” in honor of fallen FBI Agent Sam Hicks, who was slain on Nov. 19, 2008, while serving a warrant in Allegheny County. Each year, many law enforcement officers attend the race as a show of support.