Video: “Tupelo Reads” Hosts the “Run Forrest Run” 5K

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TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Some characters from the movie “Forrest Gump” were running through the streets of Tupelo.

The “Run Forrest Run” 5 k was held in downtown Tupelo.The 5 k was part of the literacy initiative known as “Tupelo Reads.”

This year’s book is  “Forrest Gump” and residents were encouraged to read the book.There were runners dressed as characters from the movie and of course shrimp dishes from local food trucks.Organizers say the activities are a way to promote reading and health.

“It is, we want Tupelo to be as healthy as possible and we want to encourage it and we want people out and active and having a good time doing it”

Connor Humphreys, of Corinth took part in the 5 k. He played young Forrest in the movie.