Meadowlark’s 14th Annual Speedy P D Race had a large turnout Saturday.
Nine-year-old Manhattan Catholic School student, Shaun Fuemmeler, shares why he ran and what he knows about Parkinson’s disease.
His mom, Laura Fuemmeler of Manhattan, also ran. She shares how Parkinson’s has touched their lives.
Don Ricklui also completed the race Saturday morning. Ricklui shared why it was important to be on Team Meadowlark, even though he used his walker to participate in the race.
Ricklui also enjoyed the weather and being surrounded by his fans. He said the race wasn’t easy, but he was prepared for the challenge.
K-State cheerleaders and other athletes were out in-force encouraging the participants, posing for photo-ops, and handing out medals at the finish line. Community 1st Bank co-sponsored the event; their employees handed out water and helped monitor the races. Proceeds from the event support the Parkinson’s Program at Meadowlark, which serves the greater Flint Hills Area.
