BYRON, Ill. (WIFR) – Nearly 300 Stateliners got the chance to burn some calories before they stuff themselves full this Thanksgiving, running in the annual Turkey Trot 5K in Byron.
The 17th annual race started around 7:45 a.m. at the Byron Fitness Center, with nine age divisions for competitors.
For those who participated, pies were randomly handed out. Costumes were also encouraged at the trot, with a “Golden Turkey” award and special prize being given for the best dressed racer…