A Pace for Petey
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 500 S Prairie St, Tuscola, IL
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · Jake's Jog Kids Fun Run
From the Organizer
The goal of A Pace for Petey is to bring about awareness to overdose/drug addiction and recovery. It is in honor of Jordan "Petey" Scribner, who at the young age of 20, lost his battle of addiction to a tragic heroin overdose on February 17, 2014. It will begin in the south parking lot of Tuscola High school, close to his final resting place, and end with a lap on the track around the TCHS football field, where he played many, many football games and ran on the track team.
New this year is a kids fun run, called Jake's Jog! It is in honor of Jacob (Petey's brother), who also lost his battle to substance use, on May 29, 2019, at the age of 29. His resting place is right next to his brother. Jacob always drove the golf cart sag wagon at A Pace for Petey, prior to losing his battle. Jake's jog is for kids 10 and under. It will be one lap around the track and all kids will receive a participation medal.
Both boys are GREATLY missed--especially by Jake's daughter, Makenna!
Come join us in the race, or cheer the runners on. Be a sponsor and/or a volunteer! We can't wait to see you all!!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
73°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Tuscola, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Tuscola, IL
Population
4,675
as of 2023
Elevation
658 ft
Nearest Airport
CMI
University of Illinois Willard Airport · 17 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 106 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the A Pace for Petey?
- A Pace for Petey is a running race held in Tuscola, Illinois on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the A Pace for Petey?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Tuscola, Illinois at 500 S Prairie St, Tuscola, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the A Pace for Petey?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
A Pace for Petey
Oct 3, 2026