An annual Assumption tradition is returning in August when the St. Jude runners come to town.  The runners participate to raise money for the children’s hospital network by running from Memphis to Peoria. Two local participants are in the run this year, adding to the significance of the stop in Assumption.  In addition, fundraisers this week and later this month will provide community members the opportunity to contribute to the cause.

Derek Page is the president of Assumption Community Pride.  He says the runners will arrive in Assumption at 1 a.m. on Saturday, August 1.

There will be a fundraiser this Friday, which is a trivia night at the 1905 Brewing Company.  Food will be served, and proceeds from both sources will benefit the St. Jude runners. 

Then, on July 26, Assumption Community Pride will host a puzzle competition at the Knotty Pine Bar & Grill.

Outside of the St. Jude runners, Assumption is expected to have its own water plant by the end of this month.  The city received federal funding which is being used for this effort. 

More information on Assumption Community Pride is available at their Facebook page.

Derek Page appeared as a guest on the WTIM Morning Show.