First State Bank Sponsors 7 Mile Bridge Run

First State Bank of the Florida Keys is proud to partner with the Marathon Runners Club as the headline sponsor of the 37th Annual Seven Mile Bridge Run.

“For over 60 years First State Bank of the Florida Keys has been a dedicated member of the Keys community,” said Jeff Smith, Senior Vice President and Senior Lender.  “It gives our Bank a great deal of pride to be a part of this landmark Keys event that raises funds for the children of our Middle Keys community.”

The Seven Mile Bridge Run began as a dedication run in 1982, to celebrate the opening of the “new” bridge. The race is run completely surrounded by water from start to finish, officially marked at 6.8 miles. Monies raised are donated to the youth of the Middle Keys, both to local schools and youth athletic groups.  Since inception, Middle Keys’ kids have benefited from donations of well over $500,000 distributed by the Marathon Runners Club.

1,500 people from around the world participate in the Seven Mile Bridge Run, crossing one of the world’s longest segmental bridges.  The scenic bridge, centerpiece of the Florida Keys’ 113-mile Overseas Highway, is closed to vehicular traffic throughout the event (from 6:45am-9:00am).

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