Hundreds Support Stef Ripple “Do Your Best” 5K

More than 150 runners and many walkers supported ovarian cancer awareness during the sixth annual Stefanie Ashdown Memorial “Do Your Best” 5k on September 17 at Belvedere Elementary. The event raised more than $24,000, the event’s highest total to date.

Thirty-year-old Arnold resident George Erazo finished first with a clock time of 18:36:23 and chip time of 18:15.1. Andrea Kafka was the top female finisher. David Horn raised the most funds and the top fundraising team was Mary Jo's Fundraiser for Ovarian Cancer.

Prizes were awarded to first-, second- and third-place finishers in several age groups. Attendees also enjoyed raffles, an auction, face-painting and other activities.