ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The Asheville Fire Department and NC Open Gym will host the 14th annual Bowen Memorial Workout of the Day (WOD) in honor of fallen Captain Jeff Bowen on July 25 and 26.
The free fitness event will take place 5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 25, and 8 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 26, at NC Open Gym. Registration is required to reserve a heat time, and space is limited. Donations to benefit Bowen’s family will be accepted on-site via cash or Venmo both days.
Bowen died in the line of duty on July 28, 2011, while battling an arson fire in Asheville. The annual memorial WOD pays tribute to his service and sacrifice…