Flags supporting the men in blue were abundant at the I Got Your Six, with some running the entire distance carrying the flag. –Photo courtesy of Dan Gerber.
Cody McCullough, from Manteno, led the runners in the 10K at the start and went on to win in a time of 34:50! –Photo courtesy of Dan Gerber.

On Sunday, May 19, there was a sea of blue present at Perry Farm Park in anticipation of the third annual “I Got Your Six Walk/Run.” The event was held in memory of Sgt. Marlene Rittmanic and in honor of Officer Tyler Bailey, after a tragic encounter in December 2021.

This year, there were a record number of runners and walkers, with more than 1,000 participants, who raised approximately $70,000! Money raised will be used for scholarships at KCC for law enforcement, in addition to training aids for law enforcement, students, and officers. The run/walk was in in conjunction with Police Officers Appreciation Week! What a way to support our police officers!