* 2008 Public Opinion Article (.pdf)

Mills coming back to Chambersburg

Billy Mills, the 1964 Olympic 10,000-meter gold medalist, will make another appearance at this year’s 5K Race for the Nation on Aug. 15 at 8 a.m., in Chambersburg, Pa.

Mills will speak at Chambersburg Area Middle School on Aug. 14 from 6 to 7 p.m. There is no cost to come out and listen to his inspiring message for people of all ages.

This year’s 5K Race for the Nation will include a 1-mile fun run for kids, a race DJ, more than $3,000 in cash and merchandise awards and an autograph session with Mills.

For more information, contact race director Chris Pereschuk at 717-262-9725 or 717-830-0051, or visit the Web site www.raceforthenation.org.