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YWCA of the U. of I. hosts Race Against Racism on Sept. 27

The YWCA will host its 11th annual Race Against Racism on Sept. 27 at the U. of I. Arboretum. Registration is open to anyone older than 10, and participants can choose to run or walk in the 5K event. The event starts at 1 p.m., and the registration fee is $20 for advance registration and $25 on race day.

Participants of all activity levels are encouraged to participate to support social change one step at a time. Sign up online. For more information, email RAR2015ywca@gmail.com.

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