Tara Grant's Memory Alive with Annual 5K, 10K Walk

Five years after Tara Lynn Grant was murdered by her husband, Stephen Grant, volunteers continue to collect money in her name and raise awareness for domestic violence victims.

Stephen Grant was convicted of second-degree murder, and is serving a 50-80 year sentence in prison for Tara Grant’s 2007 death.

To kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Turning Point of Macomb County will hold its fifth annual Tara Grant Memorial 5K, 10K run Oct. 1 at .

New this year will be a 10K bike trail and the option to walk or run the 5K. Also, there will be plenty of children’s activities, with a 10 and under and tot-trot, guest appearances by Ronald McDonald and face painting.

Registration for the race begins at 9 a.m., with the races kicking off at 10 a.m. After the races and award ceremony, a light lunch will be served and a presentation by Tara Grant’s sister, Alicia Standerfer, will be made.

Turning Point’s annual Tara Grant race has raised more than $50,000 for victims of domestic violence. All the proceeds go toward helping women with the immediate needs of leaving an abusive home; gas money, clothing, food and shelter.

This year, the non-profit organization is hoping to raise at least another $10,000 with more than already 300 people registered for the race.

There is still time to register for the race on Active.com. The race entry fee is $25 per person and $30 if registered after Sept. 25, plus a $4 park entrance fee per vehicle.  

For more information, visit www.turningpointmacomb.org or call (586) 463-4430.