Steelathlon serves up fun, provides for Rescue Mission

YOUNGSTOWN — Alisha Schwartz, 19, has devoted much of her time recently to helping others overcome obstacles, so it’s not a stretch to imagine that her parents would find themselves coming over some of their own.

“This is the perfect mix, raising money and having fun,” said Alisha’s father, Robert Schwartz of Columbiana, referring to having participated in today’s third annual Steelathlon Urban Adventure, a 3-mile run and obstacle course that began and ended at the Covelli Centre downtown.

Schwartz and his wife, Lisa, were among the estimated 150 people who took part in the fundraiser race, the proceeds of which will benefit the Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley.

Previously, the race brought in between $500 and $1,000 each year for the mission, noted Erin Mellinger, event organizer.

The event also gave runners and walkers an opportunity to better appreciate the beauty of downtown and surrounding urban landscapes, Mellinger said.

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