LAFAYETTE, LA (KPEL) —A Thanksgiving tradition that is not only fun for the whole family, but also gives back in honor of a beloved member of the Lafayette community.
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Every year, on Thanksgiving morning, the JPJ Memorial Turkey Trot grows, and for their 8th year, we hope it’s their best one yet.
A Family Tradition With Heart
What once was a small family tradition that started in 2008 has grown into one of Lafayette’s most heartfelt Thanksgiving Day Traditions. Founded by Robin Judice Bostick, the Turkey Trot was inspired by her five kids.
“It started as a simple one-mile run in our neighborhood—just us, cinnamon rolls, and mimosas,” Robin shared. “But when we moved back to Lafayette in 2010, it grew into something much more.”
Honoring Jean Paul Judice
The JPJ Memorial Turkey Trot honors Jean Paul Judice, Robin’s nephew who was a three-time Turkey Trot winner and played a major role in the event every year…