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Ermelo runners glow the extra mile for charity

The A rugby field at EHS was the epicentre of excitement, buzzing with anticipation as the participants arrived, ready to embrace the glow.

ERMELO – Ermelo High School transformed into a vibrant, glowing wonderland during the Ermelo Legal Practitioners’ Association’s (ELPA) Glow in the Dark Fun Run/Walk on March 6.

The A rugby field at EHS was the epicentre of excitement, buzzing with anticipation as the participants arrived, ready to embrace the glow.

From luminous face paint to flashing accessories, the crowd was glowing brightly, proving that Ermelo knows how to shine.

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The registrations kicked off at 18:00, and the field quickly filled with runners and walkers of all ages, eager to support the CMR Ermelo.

The air was filled with a mix of laughter and the excited squeals of children displaying their glow sticks.

At 18:30 the glowing crowd set off on their 4.9km adventure.

The night was alive with a kaleidoscope of colours as participants jogged, walked and laughed their way through the course. It wasn’t just a run; it was a moving party, a celebration of community spirit and the power of giving.

Part of the proceeds from the event will be donated to the CMR Ermelo, supporting its valuable work in the community.

“It was fantastic to see so many people come out and support this wonderful cause, The atmosphere was electric, and it’s heart-warming to know that we’ve made a real difference to the CMR Ermelo,” said Cindy Bekker of ELPA.

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Wayne van der Walt

Wayne van der Walt, with around 15 years in the media industry, is editor of Highvelder Newspaper. His accolades include Frewin Awards for Newspaper of the Year and Front Page of the Year, and FCJ Photographer of the Year, among other honours.

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