JOPLIN, Mo. — It’s become a Thanksgiving tradition for many people, now in the 11th year, the Turkey Trot in Downtown Joplin.
More than 1,300 runners found it to be perfect weather, 49° and light mist falling.
Barricades are blocking Main Street from 2nd to 7th.
- The Joplin Turkey Trot
- 8:00 a.m. 5K
- 7:30 a.m. 1 Mile Run
Locals will also see barricades along 4th street to the east and along Broadway into East Town.
“Joplin’s largest stand alone 5K, this is a race you don’t want to miss!“ — STARLIT RUNNING CO.
The medals are a Gold Turkey!
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