Register Now to 'Run From the Cops'

The Vernon Hills Police Department will host its sixth annual 5K race, which will run in conjunction with the village’s Summer Celebration festival at 8 a.m. July 21.

Participants in the event, known as the “Run From The Cops” 5K, may either run or walk a scenic course starting at the Summer Celebration site and extending up and through the Gregg's Landing subdivision, before ending back at the festival grounds.

All of the money raised from this event will go directly to Honor Flight Chicago, whose mission is to honor and thank veterans — especially those who served in WWII, by bringing them to Washington, D.C., at no cost to them, for a day of honor.

During the first five years of the 5K more than $50,000 was raised for U.S. veteran’s causes.  

“Year after year, this continues to be a wonderful community event,” said Officer Shannon Holubetz, who serves as race coordinator. “Having police officers actually running isn’t only fun, we think it’s also a unique way to draw community members out to participate.”

The $30 advance registration fee includes a professional B-tag chip for timing, a commemorative tech shirt and a post-race continental breakfast. Registration is limited to 600 participants.

For more specific race details or to register, visit www.runfromthecops5k.com. For further information, contact Officer Holubetz at (847) 362-4449 or at sholubetz@vhills.org. Anyone who would like to volunteer is also asked to contact Officer Holubetz.