Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024

G Gathering Seventh Annual Smithfield 5k Hog Jog and Walk

Seventh Annual Smithfield 5k Hog Jog and Walk



The 7th Annual Smithfield 5K Hog Jog and Walk began at 9 am in downtown Smithfield, followed by an awards ceremony and post-race party. Door prizes were also raffled off at the party. The proceeds for this event benefit the Isle of Wight Christian Outreach Program (C.O.P.).


Carrollton residents Tracy Hockett and her children, Peyton Halley, left, and Shelby, participated in the Hog Jog and Walk.

Katy and Roger Lorince along with their dog, Olive, of Chesapeake participated in Smithfield's Hog Jog and Walk.

Marti McCorkhill of Hamburg, New York, left, and Corinne Sims of Suffolk participated in the race and the "Best Dressed Piggy" category.

From left: Kristine Dashiell, Smithfield 5K Hog Jog and Walk committee member, Kyle Weidlich, Race Director, Kristin Wilda, committee member and Kent Weidlich enjoyed the post-race party.

Leah Dempsey, left, and Robin Hiddemen were committee members for the 7th Annual Smithfield 5K Hog Jog and Walk.

Randi Robinson, Miss Isle of Wight, presented Emily Wilda, left, and Sarah Ward with an award at the 5K Hog Jog and Walk.

From left: Jaleesa Jones, and Cheyla Hill, both of Smithfield, received awards at the 5K Hog Jog and Walk.