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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
108 County Road 187, Iuka MS
Distance
5K
Typical weather
55–74°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years
2025
61–84°F
dry
2024
45–64°F
dry
2023
46–69°F
dry
2022
48–62°F
dry
2021
49–66°F
dry
2020
46–66°F
dry
2019
46–63°F
dry
2018
50–69°F
dry
2017
50–70°F
dry
2016
66–83°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: The Burnie Run 5K Run/Walk
- Date: October 17, 2026
- Location: 108 County Road 187, Iuka, MS
- Start Time: 8 AM
Purpose
- In Honor: The event honors Mrs. Burndeen Blackard, who lost her battle to ovarian cancer in 2010.
- Contribution: Proceeds benefit The Burnie Run Educational Scholarship.
- Eligibility: Open to any high school senior residing and attending school in Tishomingo County, Mississippi.
- Community Engagement: Welcomes everyone to participate and show support.
More Information
- Registration: Sign up at Run Signup.
- Contact: For more details, please refer to the registration site.
- Support: Join the community in honoring a remarkable individual.
- Participation: All are encouraged to participate in this meaningful event.
Course map
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