Compstons, AFA going Loonie in Tennessee
LIVINGSTON, Tenn. – Chris and Amy Compston of Amy For Africa will reach the midway point of a grueling marathon of marathon schedules s this summer and fall with Friday night’s Loonies Midnight Marathon. The race, on a relatively flat course considering it’s in Tennessee, is in its third year [...]
AMY FOR AFRICA RUNNER PROFILE: Jessica Maynard running for health, God
Jessica Maynard and her husband Eric. ASHLAND, Ky. – Jessica Maynard has many reasons why she’s found a passion for running. Becoming healthier and being an example for her children are foremost among the reasons. She is also putting her running talents to use as part of the [...]
AMY FOR AFRICA RUNNER PROFILE: Oh Mandi! ‘Excited to be part of God’s work’
Amanda Wesolowski is running in the Chicago Marathon in October as part of Team AFA. ASHLAND, Ky. – Amanda “Mandi” Wesolowski has a heart for God and a heart of gold for Amy For Africa. She is one of the original members of the organization as the older [...]
AMY FOR AFRICA RUNNER PROFILE: Taking the Long way home
Chris Long is using his love of running 5Ks for Team Amy For Africa. ASHLAND, Ky. – A dare from a co-worker has turned into a healthy hobby for Chris Long. The 53-year-old Ashland man wants to put that hobby to use as a runner for Amy For [...]
AMY FOR AFRICA RUNNER PROFILE: It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s Brian Taylor!!
ASHLAND, Ky. - Born of humble parents on the plant of Krypton, Brian Taylor had to overcome many struggles. His life would change dramatically when, to free him of his struggles, his parents put him on a spacecraft bound for earth. He arrived in our community with nothing but his [...]
AMY FOR AFRICA RUNNER PROFILE: Drew Vazquez has young legs, mature attitude
Drew Vazquez, 11, is one of Team AFA's youngest runners. ASHLAND, Ky. – You don’t have to be this tall or this old to be part of Team Amy For Africa. All you need is a willing heart. Meet Drew Vazquez, at 11 years old he is the [...]