Powhatan Free Clinic to host inaugural Good Medicine 5K & Fun Walk

POWHATAN COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- The Free Clinic of Powhatan is welcoming residents across the Richmond community and surrounding counties to take part in its first-ever Good Medicine 5k and Fun Walk.

The event is set to take off at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 27 and registration is open as of the time of reporting. Local businesses, volunteers and community members are encouraged to get involved early.

The 5K seeks to invite runners, walkers and families to celebrate health, movement and community.

Proceeds from the event will go towards the clinic's mission to provide free medical, dental, mental health and nutritional services to uninsured adults in Powhatan, Cumberland, Amelia and Chesterfield counties.

Participants will complete a timed 5k or a casual 1-mile fun walk, set to start at the Free Clinic. Right after the race, attendees can head to the Fresh Start Fair -- a health nd wellness experience featuring cooking demos, community vendors tastings, giveaways and more.

“We believe that wellness doesn’t start in the exam room—it starts with movement, nutrition and community," said executive director Elizabeth Ream. "Our ‘Good Medicine’ Walk/Run is more than a race -- it’s a celebration of the small steps we can all take toward better living. While we exist to treat health conditions, we’re just as committed to helping people stay well.”

This family-friendly event is open to all ages and to people of all fitness levels. You can register here, wth volunteer opportunities and local sponsorships available.