Join this event in Ruston, LA on August 15th, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. to support veterans—90% of proceeds benefit the annual Veterans Day Program while 10% go to a veteran nonprofit organization. You can choose between a 5K run/walk or a 1.7-mile ruck run/walk, with awards given to overall winners and age group champions (10-70+) in each division. Packet pickup is available Friday, August 14th from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the United Way Business Location, or race morning starting at 7:00 a.m. at the race site (418 Dan Reneau Drive), with early bird entry at $30 through midnight August 14th or $40 on race day.