Ghost Chase 5k registration open

The Dover Knights of Columbus will celebrate the Halloween season by hosting the annual Ghost Chase 5k road race and kids run through the streets of Dover and local cemeteries on Saturday, Oct. 21.

The Ghost Chase 5k will start and finish at the Dover Knights of Columbus Hall, 346 W. Ninth St., next to the Warther Museum parking lot. The 5k race will begin at 9 a.m. and will be electronically timed.

Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers and the top three male and female finishers in 14 different age categories. Runners and walkers are encouraged to get into the Halloween spirit by wearing costumes. Special awards will be given to participants in the best costumes. Many race volunteers also will be in costume to add to the atmosphere of the event.

“We will have dozens of volunteers ensuring that all runners and walkers have a great time,” organizer Matt Ritzert said.

All runners will receive a T-shirt, and refreshments will be served in the Knights of Columbus Hall after the race. Advance registration is $20. Online registration is available at www.runsignup.com. Paper registration forms are available on the Ghost Chase Facebook page, at the YMCA of Tuscarawas County or by sending an email to racedirector@runforhome.org.

Race-day registration will open at 7:30 a.m. and cost $25. The kids run is a free event and will start at 8:45 a.m. All children participating in the short dash will receive a ribbon. No registration is needed for the kids run.

Proceeds from the race will benefit the activities of the Dover Knights of Columbus Council 1973. The Knights support programs that benefit the developmentally disabled and activities at St. Joseph Catholic Church and Tuscarawas Central Catholic Elementary School.

For more information call Ritzert at 330-827-5710.