Matters of the Heart 9K Run/Walk this weekend

By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — Plan to be a part of the second annual Matters of the Heart 9K& Walk/Run event on Saturday, June 8, at Hadley Park. It begins at 7 a.m. until the last person crosses the finish line of the& 5.6 miles through the greenery and hills of this historic park.& “This is a great way for families to participate in an activity together in a healthy exercise,” said Pastor Howard Jones, founder of the Nashville event, which is a prelude to Juneteenth activities. It’s about& fun, fellowship, and focus,” he added. While this event is open to everyone throughout the city and beyond, its base in North Nashville is significant.& Throughout the years, reports have revealed this area has economic challenges, health disparities, and lacking in economic development.& Participating in this walk/run is a step toward& better health and a positive lifestyle. Your heart is more than the physical organ pumping blood throughout one’s arteries, it is the body part that speaks to the soul.& How you feel, do you care, what really matters, and does it make you& smile?” said Pastor Jones.& “This activity can be the beginning or the continuation of self-care that...