Gastonia Police Department holds donut 5K

The Gastonia Police Department held a Donut Dash 5K at Lineberger Park on Saturday.

Halfway through the 5K, participants had to eat 6 glazed donuts.

The course was paved and went through a neighborhood, allowing wheelchairs and strollers to be taken.

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There were three race options:

  • Donut Dash 5K

  • Donut-free 5K

  • 5K walk

The top three male and female racers in each of the four age categories received awards.

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