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Our Fallen Hero 5K Run/WalkIn Memory of PFC Aaron ToppenSaturday, September 24, 8:00a.m.Be a part of the 9th annual Our Fallen Hero 5k run/walk event, honoring the sacrifice made by PFC Aaron Toppen. Come out and enjoy a 5K run/walk on a USATF certified course that will take you through the streets of Mokena. Participants will run part of the course on PFC Aaron Toppen Memorial Drive (Townline Road). After the run, stay around for the awards ceremony, post-race refreshments and entertainment. All pre-registered participants will receive a custom-designed wicking T-shirt, a “goodie-bag” and have post-race refreshments. **Must complete course within 60 minutes**We are proud to support the USO of Illinois as this year's race beneficiary. Since 1941, the USO has served as a private civilian 501c(3) non-profit organization that relies on the generosity of the American people. USO of Illinois touches the lives of nearly 350,000 Active Duty, Guard and Reserve military and military families throughout Illinois. Offered year round, USO of Illinois provides over 300 programs and services that enhance the quality of our service members lives which raise morale through unique recreational, educational and cultural opportunities at USO Center facilities at Midway Airport, Great Lakes Naval Station, O'Hare Terminal 2, O'Hare Terminal 3 and Rock Island Arsenal. Together our network of hundreds of volunteers donates nearly 20,000 hours of service annually in honor of our brave men and women.