Fresh 15K Race Draws Over 15,000 Runners Ahead of Storms

The annual Tyler, Texas running event was able to proceed despite weather concerns.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The 13th annual Fresh 15K running event in Tyler, Texas went on as planned on Saturday, with over 15,000 runners crossing the finish line before storms threatened the area. The race director, Ashleigh Endicott, said it took a lot of effort from the community to make the event happen this year, calling it a "testament that God loves the Fresh 15K." Race officials did cancel the awards ceremony so runners could get home before the rain arrived.

Why it matters

The Fresh 15K is a major annual community event in Tyler that draws thousands of runners from across the region. Being able to hold the race successfully despite weather concerns is an accomplishment that highlights the resilience and dedication of the organizers and participants.

The details

The Fresh 15K, along with a 5K and Kids' 1K race, took place on Saturday in Tyler, Texas. Over 15,000 runners crossed the finish line of the 15K event. Race day director Ashleigh Endicott said it was a challenging year to put on the event, but the community came together to make it happen. Officials did cancel the awards ceremony so runners could leave before storms moved into the area.

  • The 13th annual Fresh 15K race took place on Saturday, March 8, 2026.
  • Race officials canceled the awards ceremony on the same day to allow runners to head home before storms arrived.

The players

Ashleigh Endicott

The race day director for the Fresh 15K event in Tyler, Texas.

Carson Vickroy

The KETK News Chief Meteorologist who competed in and finished the Fresh 15K race.

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What they’re saying

“Some people think 13 is a lucky number. It's been a challenging year for us but you know what God got us here this morning.”

— Ashleigh Endicott, Race day director (KETK)

The takeaway

The successful staging of the Fresh 15K race, despite weather concerns, demonstrates the strong community support and resilience of the event organizers and participants in Tyler, Texas.