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Spring Arbor Today
By the People, for the People
April Fools' 5.5K Run/Walk Happening in Spring Arbor This Saturday
The annual event will feature a sold-out marathon and benefit the Kory C Wittman II Memorial.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 11:36pm
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The April Fools' 5.5K Run/Walk and Marathon are taking place this Saturday in Spring Arbor, Michigan. The event will feature day-of packet pickup, a kids' fun run, and online registration options. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Kory C Wittman II Memorial, which aims to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and implement more sidewalks in the Jackson community.
Why it matters
The April Fools' race is an annual tradition in the Jackson community that brings together runners and walkers to support an important cause. The event honors the memory of Kory C Wittman II, who was tragically killed by a distracted driver, and raises funds to promote road safety and infrastructure improvements.
The details
The April Fools' 5.5K Run/Walk and Marathon will take place on Saturday, April 4th. Packet pickup is scheduled from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the Lime Lake Park and Boat Launch in Spring Arbor. In addition to the 5.5K run/walk, the event will also feature a sold-out marathon. Online registration is available until April 4th, with prices ranging from $35.00 plus a $3.10 sign-up fee to $40.00 plus a $3.40 sign-up fee.
- The April Fools' 5.5K Run/Walk and Marathon will take place on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
- Packet pickup is scheduled from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on the day of the event.
The players
Jeff Beagle
One of the organizers of the April Fools' 5.5K Run/Walk and Marathon, who is committed to raising awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and implementing more sidewalks in the Jackson community.
Tina Beagle
One of the organizers of the April Fools' 5.5K Run/Walk and Marathon, who is committed to raising awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and implementing more sidewalks in the Jackson community.
Kory C Wittman II
The individual who was tragically killed by a distracted driver, and whom the memorial fund associated with the April Fools' race is named after.
What they’re saying
“We ask that those who are on the road remain focused and refrain from anything that would take their eyes off of what's in front of them while driving, such as a cell phone.”
— Jeff Beagle, Event Organizer
“Proceeds will benefit the Kory C Wittman II Memorial, and Jeff and Tina have committed themselves to spreading awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and implement more sidewalks in Jackson after their son was tragically killed by a distracted driver.”
— Luke Moorehead II, Author
What’s next
Online registration for the April Fools' 5.5K Run/Walk and Marathon is available until April 4th.
The takeaway
The April Fools' 5.5K Run/Walk and Marathon is an annual event that brings the Jackson community together to honor the memory of Kory C Wittman II and raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving. By supporting this event, participants can help fund important road safety initiatives and infrastructure improvements in the local area.
