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Ogden Newspapers WVU Medicine Wellness Weekend
2027-05-29 06:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Corner Main St & 14th St, 1500 Main St, Wheeling, West Virginia, 26003, United States
The 49th annual Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic Run and Walk will be on Saturday, May 29. This challenging course is well known for its changes in elevation. The Half Marathon Run and Walk will have prize categories (for male and female) for the Open division. Race towels, bottled water and fresh fruit will be available for participants. Participants will receive one food voucher. Pre-registered participants are guaranteed a shirt. The race committee has determined that official race medals will be given to each finisher of the 48th annual Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic Run and Walk. The medals will be handed out as the participants cross the finish line.

PACKET PICKUP IS AT WESBANCO ARENA (LOBBY), 2 14th St, Wheeling, WV 26003.

Schedule:Friday, May 28, 202712:00-6:00 PM – Packet Pickup for Half Marathon, 5K, Fun Run, & Tiny Tot Trot

Saturday, May 29, 20276:00-8:00 AM – Packet Pickup for Half Marathon, 5K, & Fun Run, & Tiny Tot Trot8:00-10:15 AM – Packet Pickup Tiny Tot Trot7:10 AM – Half Marathon Run Starts7:12 AM – Half Marathon Walk Starts7:30 AM – Recovery Party Open7:40 AM – 5K Run Starts7:50 AM – 5K Walk Starts8:00 AM – Fun Run 1 Mile Starts8:45 AM – 5K Awards9:45 AM – Half Marathon Awards10:30 AM – Tiny Tot Trot Starts11:15 AM – Dog Walk11:15 AM – Half Marathon Course Closed12:00 PM – Recovery Party End

Wag those tails & stretch those paws at the 3rd Annual Ogden Newspapers Wellness Weekend Pet Walk. Rovers on the River, presented by Play N Stay Pet Camp, will take place at Heritage Port (approximately 1.5 miles) on Saturday, May 29th at 11:15 AM. The walk along the waterfront on the Heritage Trail will take you behind WesBanco Arena and across the walking bridge over Wheeling Creek. The field behind Main Street Bank will contain fun obstacles for the pets, and then it’s back over the walking bridge, finishing on Nailers Way between the WesBanco Arena and the parking garage. Rovers on the River, presented by Play N Stay Pet Camp, will celebrate that special bond between humans and their four-legged friends. This is a pet friendly, non-competitive walk created to enjoy the outdoors, and be a part of the Ogden Newspapers Wellness Weekend.

• Well Behaved Pets Are Welcome• Pets Must Have Current Vaccinations• Leashed At All Times And No Retractable Leashes• Must Clean Up After A Pet Accident (Bags Will Be Provided)• No Strollers, Roller Blades, Bikes, Scooters Permitted On The Course• No Refunds Or Deferments Of Entry Fees

$25.00 includes a pet medal and dog bandanna, bags, tennis balls and treats provided by Bully Max

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to an animal shelter.

For complete information regarding Ogden Newspaper WVU Medicine Wellness Weekend, please visit the race website.

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– Race Results

Course Map

https://track.rtrt.me/e/RP-OGDEN-NEWSPAPERS-WVU-MEDICINE-WELLNESS-WEEKEND-2027

Race registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Wheeling Heritage Trail Bicycle Tour
2027-05-30 07:00 - 12:00 | Wheeling Heritage Port, 1200 Greater Wheeling Trail, Wheeling, West Virginia, 26003, United States
The Ohio Valley Trail Partners presents the 20th annual tour of the Wheeling Heritage Trail on Sunday, May 30th. The cycling festivities is held at the Heritage Port in Wheeling, 1201 Water Street, Wheeling, WV 26003.

E-bikes are allowed for the event, both on and off the trail portions of the ride. While riding on the trail, as for all cyclists, E-bike cyclists are required to abide by all rules of the trail and ride responsibly, especially in regards to maintaining a safe and acceptable speed while riding among non-E-bike cyclists and passing pedestrians or runners on the trail.

Schedule:7:00-9:00 AM – Packet Pickup7:30 AM – 100K Bicycle Tour Starts8:30 AM – 50K Bicycle Tour Starts9:00 AM – 15K Bicycle Tour Starts12:30 PM – Live Entertainment at the Tough As Nails Event

The 100km (62 miles) ride will leave the Heritage trail for a hilly loop on country roads with a stop at Bethany College. It is a challenging ride with great SAG support. Snack and water stops will keep riders hydrated on both the 50km and 100km rides. Every participant is required to wear a helmet. Entrants under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult. We ride rain or shine! All riders will enjoy a post ride lunch (included with registration cost) with live entertainment as the Tough As Nails Event will begin at 12 noon on Sunday.

The 2027 Wheeling Heritage Trail Tour is made possible by our generous sponsors and by thousands of volunteer hours by members of the Ohio Valley Trail Partners and residents of the Ohio Valley. Money raised by this event supports expansion and care for the Wheeling Heritage Trail, trail projects, and trail equipment and continued advocacy for bike/pedestrian connections in our local community. For further information about the race routes, call Quick Service Bicycle Shop at (740) 635-3700 or tour@quickservicecycle.com. For general tour questions contact OVtrailpartners@gmail.com or call 304-715-BIKE.

For complete information regarding Wheeling Heritage Trail Bicycle Tour, please visit the race website.

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Race registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Tough as Nails Urban Challenge
2027-05-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Wesbanco Arena, 2 14th Street, Wheeling, West Virginia, 26003, United States
The Tough as Nails Urban Challenge presented by The Health Plan is a 20+ obstacle, 5+ mile challenge will push participants to the limit downtown in the city of Wheeling, WV on Sunday, May 30, 2027. This is a true all-round physical and mental test for 16 years or older runners, walkers, weightlifters, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone in between.

Across more than six miles of body-breaking urban terrain you will traverse abandon cars, scale flood walls, climb your way over obstacles and claw your way up impossible inclines, all on your way to a triumphant finish! After working to destroy your body, we are partying with family and friends that includes food, drinks and live music.

PACKET PICKUP IS AT WESBANCO ARENA (LOBBY), 2 14th St, Wheeling, WV 26003.

Schedule:Friday, May 28:12:00-6:00 PM – Pre-Packet Pickup

Saturday, May 29:6:00-10:30 AM – Pre-Packet Pickup

Sunday, May 30:10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Packet Pickup12:00 PM – Wave 1 Start12:15 PM – Wave 2 Start12:30 PM – Wave 3 Start12:30 PM – Recovery Party Open12:45 PM – Wave 4 Start3:30 PM – Course Closed/Recovery Party End

*Ensuring Smooth Race Experience for Everyone-Waves are limited to 150 participants!-Heat jumping, or moving into a heat that you are not registered for, will not be permitted!

For complete information regarding Tough as Nails Urban Challenge, please visit the race website.

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Course Map

Race registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.
