
Springfield Township Firecracker 5K (honoring the memory of Pvt. Sterling "Butch" Rahe)
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🎉 Event Overview
The Firecracker 5K Run/Walk and Hero HUSTLE are new additions to Springfield Township's annual and wildly popular Freedom Celebration! We created this event to honor the memory of long-time Springfield Township resident Pvt. Sterling "Butch" Rahe, who left us too soon in January of 2024.
🏃 Race Details
- Location: Community Homecoming Park, Holland, OH
- Date: June 28, 2025
- Terrain: Participants will enjoy the new fitness trail
- Mission: Proceeds will benefit firefighter mental health and scholarship initiatives
🕒 Schedule
- Advance Registration: Guarantees participants their desired shirt size
- Day-of Registration: 7:45-8:45 am
- Welcome and Memories: 8:46 am
- Warm-Up: 8:55 am
🏅 Race Start Times
- Runner Start: 9:00 am
- Walker Start: 9:05 am
- Hero HUSTLE: 9:35 am (featuring celebrities in inflatable dinosaur suits racing for charity!)
- Awards: 9:50 am
🌐 More Information
For additional details and registration, please visit the official race page at Springfield Township Firecracker 5K.
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