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SA of Marion County Superhero Run 5K and 10 k (or walk), was held Sunday, June 2nd, at 11 am, at Salem Riverfront Park. It was a little overcast and a few drops of rain came down on the event, but it didn't deter participants from enjoying the event and helping a worthy organization.
SA of Marion County Superhero Run 5K and 10 k (or walk), was held Sunday, June 2nd, at 11 am, at Salem Riverfront Park. It was a little overcast and a few drops of rain came down on the event, but it didn't deter participants from enjoying the event and helping a worthy organization. 
The program advocates for abused and neglected children in foster care and proceeds from the run support CASA operations. CASA's mission is to provide every child in need with trained volunteer advocates to ensure they are safe, have a permanent home and the opportunity to thrive.
As with every gr
eat event, and Superhero and Super Villain Costume Contest for Best Superhero, Best Super Villain and Best Super Group. Awards were presented by Mrs. Oregon. Representatives from numerous organizations were present: Star Wars of Oregon, the Sheriff's Department, CASA volunteers and Director Vanessa Nordyke as well as the Justin Kidd, Justice of the Peace.
eat event, and Superhero and Super Villain Costume Contest for Best Superhero, Best Super Villain and Best Super Group. Awards were presented by Mrs. Oregon. Representatives from numerous organizations were present: Star Wars of Oregon, the Sheriff's Department, CASA volunteers and Director Vanessa Nordyke as well as the Justin Kidd, Justice of the Peace. 
CASA volunteers are appointed by judges and stay with each case until it is closed, and the child is placed in a safe, permanent home. They provide training and support. Currently only 49% of our students receive high school diplomas or GED's, 23% are incarcerated and 12% enroll in employment programs/vocational training.
This year Superhero Run netted $15,188, was represented by 23 cities and 324. Thursday, October 10th they will hold their annual luncheon at the Keizer Event Center. The even
t is free and open to the public. Hope to see you there, as we support foster children in our community.
t is free and open to the public. Hope to see you there, as we support foster children in our community. Salem Creekside Rotarians, Dan Basinger, Margie Lowe, Sharon Johnson, Patrick Jackson along with his daughter, joined in the fun and maned a water station. We know how much our support is needed. Thank you to all the participants.