LaGrange Mayor and Wellstar Launch Spring Health Initiative

Free fitness events for all ages offered February through May

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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LaGrange Mayor Jim Arrington is partnering with Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center to launch the Spring edition of the Mayor's Health Initiative, a community-wide program offering free opportunities for people of all ages to get active, try new things, and improve their health. The initiative will run from February through May and include events like a fun run, chair aerobics, Pilates classes, and a bike safety and riding event.

Why it matters

The Mayor's Health Initiative aims to encourage LaGrange residents to adopt healthier lifestyles by providing accessible and fun fitness activities. This aligns with Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center's mission to enhance the health and well-being of the community. The success of the previous fall events showed strong interest from residents, prompting the expansion to a spring program.

The details

The Spring Mayor's Health Initiative will feature a variety of free events, including a Heart & Sole Fun Run & Walk, chair aerobics, Pilates classes, a health fair at the LaGrange Mall, and a bike safety and riding event at Pedal Park. All events are open to the public and designed to be welcoming for participants of all ages and fitness levels.

  • The initiative will run from February through May 2026.
  • The Heart & Sole Fun Run & Walk will take place on Saturday, February 14.
  • Chair aerobics with Varetta Williams will be held on Monday, March 16.
  • Pilates classes at Body Control Studio will be offered on Wednesday, March 25.
  • The health fair at LaGrange Mall is scheduled for Wednesday, April 29.
  • The bike safety and riding event at Pedal Park will be on Saturday, May 16.

The players

Jim Arrington

The Mayor of LaGrange, Georgia, who is leading the health initiative in partnership with Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center.

Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center

A healthcare provider that is collaborating with the Mayor's office to support the health and well-being of the LaGrange community.

Coleman Foss

The President of Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center, who expressed the organization's commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of the people they serve.

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What they’re saying

“The success of our fall events proved that LaGrange is ready to move, connect with others and take charge of our health. I'm excited to invite all our community to join us this spring for more free activities that make fitness fun and welcoming for everyone.”

— Jim Arrington, Mayor (lagrangenews.com)

“At Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center, our mission is to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. The success of the fall initiative showed just how much our community values opportunities to be active together. We're excited to continue our partnership this spring, helping create more free, welcoming events that encourage families to move more, connect and make healthy living part of everyday life in LaGrange.”

— Coleman Foss, President, Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center (lagrangenews.com)

What’s next

The community is encouraged to participate in the various free fitness events offered throughout the Spring Mayor's Health Initiative, which runs from February to May 2026.

The takeaway

The Spring Mayor's Health Initiative demonstrates LaGrange's commitment to promoting community health and wellness by providing accessible, inclusive, and fun opportunities for residents of all ages to get active and adopt healthier lifestyles. The partnership between the Mayor's office and Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center underscores the shared goal of enhancing the overall well-being of the LaGrange community.