PALMYRA, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – The Palmyra Volunteer Fire Service will host a car show and 5K to help raise money for the Firefighter Jesse Knowles “Keep Truckin” Scholarship.
The 5K Timed Run and Walk will be held Saturday, April 20 at 9 a.m. at RichEllen Park. There is a $65 entry fee and a silent auction will also be held on site.
The Classic Car Show will tale place at the park in conjunction with the 5K. Gates open at 10 a.m. Registration is $25. There will be live music, door prizes, and much more.
Find more info about the event and scholarship on the official website.
One $1,553 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating Montgomery Central High School senior athlete.
Jesse Knowles was a Montgomery Central graduate of 2012. He enjoyed living life to the fullest by playing football, racing RC cars, and tinkering with his 1966 Mustang. Jesse’s inspirational spirit and fight to never give up has touched the lives of all that knew him.
Jesse was diagnosed with brain cancer at the age of 14. He lost his battle on October 22, 2016. Jesse was a Firefighter with Palmyra Volunteer Fire Service. His call sign was 1553. He was awarded Firefighter of the Year for Palmyra Fire Service, as well as Montgomery County Fire Service in 2015.
Scholarships will be awarded to students who portray characteristics of Jesse and who are actively involved in their school, church and community.