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Heart Walk Promotes CPR Training and Community Awareness

9/16/2025

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The Wayne County Heart Walk on September 25 aims to raise funds for heart disease awareness and CPR training, involving local companies and survivors.
Co-chair Jody Starcher highlights the goal of having one CPR-trained person in every household to enhance survival rates during cardiac emergencies.
Riverside Healthcare will host two events: the Arf for Heart dog-friendly walk on September 26 and the Making Strides Against Cancer 5K on September 27.
The Arf for Heart event will include educational booths and fundraising through registration fees, while the cancer event will provide essential care items for patients.

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Story summary

The Wayne County Heart Walk on September 25 aims to raise funds for heart disease awareness and CPR training, involving local companies and survivors.
Co-chair Jody Starcher highlights the goal of having one CPR-trained person in every household to enhance survival rates during cardiac emergencies.
Riverside Healthcare will host two events: the Arf for Heart dog-friendly walk on September 26 and the Making Strides Against Cancer 5K on September 27.
The Arf for Heart event will include educational booths and fundraising through registration fees, while the cancer event will provide essential care items for patients.