Cross Country Takes Center Stage with Three Meets in Two Days
The 2026 cross country season is beginning to pick up speed.
Over the course of just two days, runners from across the region lined up at three different meets — the Bob Frank Run with the Elk, Versailles Warm Up, and Hot Dawg Cross Country Invitational — producing plenty of fast times and standout performances.
From Peck Ranch to Versailles and Aurora, the courses offered different challenges, but the goal was the same: race hard, test early-season fitness and continue building toward the championship meets later this fall.
Harvest Hustle 5K Brings Running, Family Fun and an Obstacle Course to Ozark
Lace Up, Cross the Finish Line and Let the Kids Play!
Looking for a fun way to kick off your Saturday morning? The Harvest Hustle 5K and 1 Mile is coming to the Ozark
Community Center (The OC) on Saturday, September 12 at 8:00 a.m.
Whether you're chasing a personal record, enjoying a relaxed walk with friends, or bringing the entire family along for a fun morning, the Harvest Hustle has something for everyone.
Participants can choose between the 5K or 1-mile event, making it a great opportunity for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to join in the fun.
And when you cross the finish line, you'll have something special waiting for you!
Marshfield Invitational Delivers Strong Early-Season Performances at Patriot Park
MARSHFIELD, MO — Cross country athletes from across southwest Missouri gathered at Patriot Park on Thursday, August 27, 2026, for the Marshfield Invitational, producing impressive performances in varsity and junior varsity competition.
The early-season meet featured runners from Lebanon, Strafford, Fordland, Mountain Grove, Logan-Rogersville, Plato, Marshfield, Norwood and Parkview, with athletes competing for individual honors while teams battled for valuable points in the team standings.
You Don’t Have to Run Fast—Just Make Sure Your Duck Does!
You don't need running shoes, months of training, or a personal best to cross the finish line first at the Pomme de Terre Chamber Duck Derby.
You just need a fast duck!
Get ready for one of the most entertaining events of Labor Day weekend! The Pomme de Terre Chamber Duck Derby returns on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Outlet Park below Pomme de Terre Dam.
Halloween Hustle 5K & 10K: A Springfield Tradition That Gives Back
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | City Utilities | Springfield, Missouri
For more than 30 years, the Halloween Hustle 5K & 10K has brought runners, families and the Springfield community
together for a Halloween tradition that is about much more than crossing the finish line.
As one of the longest-running races in Springfield, the Halloween Hustle has become a fixture on the local running calendar—and its impact reaches far beyond race day. Over the years, the event has helped raise more than $400,000 for community nonprofits, turning miles into meaningful support for organizations working to make Springfield a better place.
This year, the tradition continues on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at City Utilities.
Trails at the Butterflies & Blueberries 5K
The trail is more than just a route through the countryside—it is a journey through places filled with memories, determination,
and the spirit of Amaris. Every step along this path reflects moments of hard work, adventure, and joy, creating an experience that is both challenging and meaningful for every participant.
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