Weekend race to raise money for local battling leukemia

In the first weekend of May, Houma will rally together and glow.

That light of unity that’ll radiate off the city will be a show of support to one of our own – a young child that is battling leukemia.

On May 2, the Go Glow! 5K and One Mile Run will take place at 4 p.m. at Houma Christian School on Valhi Boulevard.

Proceeds for the race will go to benefit HC student Jadyn Robicheaux, a second grade girl who has been diagnosed with leukemia. Local non-profit A Mile in Their Shoes is hosting the race.

Competitors of all skill levels are encouraged to attend. As with any race, champions will be crowned.

But the real victor in this race is support of the cause and helping to benefit one of our own so that her battle may end in victory.

“It’s going to be a very fun and special event,” event organizer and President of A Mile in their Shoes Tosha Aucoin said. “I don’t know the little girl personally, but people tell me she’s a sweet child, and we just wanted to do something to help support both she and her family in their battle.”

Aucoin said that anyone is welcome to compete in the race.

The event will feature a one-mile walk/run that will allow participants of all ages and skill levels to show their support for the cause. Cost to compete in the one-mile event will be $25, and participants can register on the day of the race.

Go Glow’s “main event” will be the 5K, which will test participants over a three-plus mile course. Cost to take part in the 5K is $35.

“We encourage anyone to come and be part of the event,” Aucoin said. “People are welcome to run the course, walk the course or go at any pace that they please. The most important thing is just to come out and enjoy yourself.”

While the races are taking place and after completion, the fun will just be getting started as food and drinks will be served. The event will also feature music – anything it takes – to make for a good turnout and a solid donation to the cause.

A Mile in Their Shoes is a local non-profit organization.

Walk-in registrations are welcomed on race day.