Opa-Locka "Runs Against Guns" Gets People Moving

Miami Times Staff Report, the Miami Times

Jun 15, 2021

A community run to promote health and safety was held early Saturday morning, June 12, in Opa-locka.

Residents, families, friends and elected officials ran, jogged, and walked the two and three-mile optional routes during the event, called "Runs Against Guns," that started and finished at the City of Opa-locka Municipal Complex at 780 Fisherman Street.

It was hosted by Commissioner John H. Taylor, Jr., and Running Edge 305, a local run club, who were joined by Mayor Matthew Pigatt.

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