Okari outpaces Kiama to win Bloomsday ’06; Ochichi survives rally by Hladyr over the final mile

by nsackman | May 7, 2006 | Uncategorized

Spokane, WA—Kenyans Gilbert Okari and Isabella Ochichi lived up to their billing as pre-race favorites, as the two withstood challenges from a strong field of contenders to win their respective divisions in the 30th running of the Lilac Bloomsday Run. On a chilly,...

Bloomsday participation increases; 45,000 expected for 30th running

by nsackman | May 5, 2006 | Uncategorized

Spokane, WA—With check-in and late registration in full-swing at the Spokane Ag Trade Center in downtown Spokane, officials are estimating that the final count for this year’s Lilac Bloomsday Run may top 45,000. “We’re running about 3% ahead of last year,” said Race...

Bloomsday entry deadline Sunday; April 23 online deadline for $14.00 fee

by nsackman | Apr 19, 2006 | Uncategorized

Spokane, WA—Runners, joggers and walkers who haven’t already entered this year’s Bloomsday have a few more days to do so—online only—before late registration fees kick in. Online registrants have until Sunday, April 23 to take advantage of the $14.00 entry fee....

Personalized Bloomie messages to be featured in The Inlander; proceeds to benefit Crisis Nursery

by nsackman | Apr 13, 2006 | Uncategorized

Spokane, WA—For the first time this year, Bloomsday participants and their family and friends will have a way to express hopes, aspirations, remembrances and encouragement by having messages printed in The Inlander’s May 4th Bloomsday issue. Personalized ads will cost...

Memorable monikers multiply; plenty of notable names in best team name competition

by nsackman | Apr 10, 2006 | Uncategorized

Spokane, WA—Corporate Cup runners may not get a chance to strut their stuff for another four weeks, but a few teams have already made a name for themselves in Bloomsday’s third annual “Best Team Name” competition. This year’s list of finalists (see below) ranges from...

Calling all entertainers and marmoteers! Space available for entertainers and Marmot Marchers

by nsackman | Mar 17, 2006 | Uncategorized

Spokane, WA—With seven weeks remaining before the big day, Bloomsday organizers still have a few spots open for entertainers along the route of the 2006 Lilac Bloomsday Run. Anyone with a song to sing, dance to perform, or any other sort of entertainment to share...

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Okari outpaces Kiama to win Bloomsday ’06; Ochichi survives rally by Hladyr over the final mile

Bloomsday participation increases; 45,000 expected for 30th running

Bloomsday entry deadline Sunday; April 23 online deadline for $14.00 fee

Personalized Bloomie messages to be featured in The Inlander; proceeds to benefit Crisis Nursery

Memorable monikers multiply; plenty of notable names in best team name competition

Calling all entertainers and marmoteers! Space available for entertainers and Marmot Marchers

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