The 11th Annual Scrub Run, hosted by Glacial Ridge Health System, took place Saturday morning, with the 5K starting and finishing by Lakeside. More than 120 people registered for this year’s event, kicking off with a group warm-up before the 9 a.m. start. It was a fun and active start to Father’s Day weekend. Inspired by the late Dr. Mark Johnson, a longtime family medicine and ER physician, the Scrub Run continues to honor his legacy through health and connection.
Proceeds from the event benefit Glacial Ridge Hospice, helping provide compassionate care for individuals and families in our community.
Congratulations to this year’s top finishers:
- Men 16 and older: Ben Friedrichs of Sauk Centre – 19:24
- Boys 15 and under: Terry Dickherber of St. Louis, MO – 22:45
- Women 16 and older: Brittany Pieske of Glenwood – 25:40
- Girls 15 and under: Jillian Deutsch of Glenwood – 22:48
After medals were awarded to the division winners, many participants stayed for the drawing of generously donated prizes—must be present to win!
Glacial Ridge Health System extends a heartfelt thank-you to:
- Captain’s Bar & Grill for providing water station supplies
- Lakeside Ballroom for the use of their parking lot
- Local law enforcement for helping ensure a safe route
- The City of Glenwood for event support
- Local businesses for donating a variety of fun and valuable prizes
- Employee volunteers and family members who helped make the event run smoothly
Many participants wore scrubs or their event t-shirts, adding energy and spirit to a meaningful morning of fitness, remembrance, and giving back.
Check out more photos on our Facebook page and in the Pope County Tribune’s photo gallery from the week of June 16, 2025.