The first “Live Like Laken” 5K Run/Walk event in Cherokee County hits the ground running Saturday morning.
Cherokee County Recreation and Parks is hosting the inaugural event with registration opening at 7 a.m. at a cost of $40 per runner for in-person and $25 for virtual participants.
Proceeds from the Run/Walk will benefit the Laken Hope Foundation, founded by the family of Laken Riley after her death in February.
“Thank you to Cherokee County Parks and Recreation for hosting the first inaugural Live Like Laken 5K Race,” Allyson Phillips, mother of Laken Riley, said. “The name of the race came from how Laken lived her life. The phrase ‘Live Like Laken’ was inspired by Laken’s character and love for others. She would light up a room with her infectious smile and her sweet demeanor. She loved unconditionally and had a selfless heart. Laken was a hard worker and gave everything she had to everything she did. This carried over into her sports. Laken found a love for running at a young age. She loved being outdoors and found peace when running in nature.”