4th Annual 5K Walk for Hope
Walk for a Cure for Huntington's Disease

Date:  Saturday, October 10	Time:  Registration opens at 7:00 a.m. Walk begins at 8:00 a.m.
Location:  Plattsburg, MO	Cost:  $25--Registration fee includes T-Shirt & Goodie Bag
Sponsored by: Nicholas Black, Chairperson	Contact:  Nicholas Black 816-739-7851 nyck83@gmail.com or Becky Black 816-539-3525 beckyblack422@yahoo.com
Description: This 5K (3.1 miles) walk supports research and awareness of Huntington's disease. It s open to all walkers. A shorter route (.75 miles) is also available. The walk will  begin at the Pamida store in Plattsburg, Missouri. The route will take walkers through historic Plattsburg, and will end up in the  downtown area. The walk proceeds will benefit the Huntington's Disease Society of America (www.hdsa.org).
About the Cause:  Huntington's Disease is a progressive, degenerative disease that causes certain nerve cells in the brain to waste away. As a result, patients experience uncontrolled movements, emotional disturbances and mental deterioration. Huntington's is an inherited disease. Medications are available to help manage the symptoms of the disease but treatments cannot prevent the physical and mental decline associated with the condition.
Donations:  Contact Nicholas Black at 816-739-7851 (anytime); e-mail nyck83@gmail.com, or mail 6640 Metcalf Ave Overland Park, KS 66202.
Note: This event will take place during Plattsburg's annual Fall Festival. After the walk, people can stick around for the carnival, parade, flea market, great food and lots of fun!