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Centerstone's 10th Annual Life;Story 5K Run/Walk for Suicide Prevention - Missouri (formerly Accept Zero 5K)

Independence, Missouri, United States

calendar_today 18 Apr, 2027

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About the Event

Life;Story is Centerstone’s national walk/run for suicide prevention, bringing communities together across Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, and Florida for a day of hope, healing, and connection. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome, from families with strollers and kids in the youth races to runners with dogs and virtual supporters joining from afar.

Whether you join us in person or virtually, you’ll be part of a meaningful experience that uplifts those impacted by suicide and celebrates the courage it takes to keep going.

The semicolon in Life;Story symbolizes a pause—not an ending—and reflects the belief that every person’s story has more ahead. That spirit is felt throughout race day with a welcoming, supportive atmosphere filled with community vendors, mental health and military‑specific resources, free giveaways, and crowd‑favorite perks like an event T‑shirt, finisher medal, and access to our curated Spotify playlist.

Proceeds from Life;Story help Centerstone provide mental health and addiction services for individuals with limited or no resources. By participating, you’re helping save lives, strengthening your community, and reminding others that their story matters—and that it’s far from over.

A $5 discount is available to 1st Responders using promo code, 1STRESPONDER5, and to Military/Veterans using promo code MILITARY5.

Races Offered

Life;Story Kids Dash (12 & Under)

Apr 18, 2027

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Distance — Life;Story Kids Dash (12 & Under)

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08:30

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$15.00

5K Run/Walk

Apr 18, 2027

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Distance — 5K

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09:00

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$40.00

Virtual 5K

Apr 18, 2027

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Distance — 5K

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09:00

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$40.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Independence.

thermostat Temperature

8.8° / 19.7°

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4.9° / 16.2°

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9h 47m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.6 mm

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air Avg wind speed

14.7 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

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60.0%

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06:39

nightlight Sunset

19:55

About Independence

Learn more about the host city, Independence.

Independence, known as the Queen City of the Trails, is a city in western Missouri just east of Kansas City with a population of approximately 110,000. Independence's founding predates that of Kansas City, and it was home to U.S. President Harry S. Truman and the legendary actress Ginger Rogers, as well as the starting point of three of America's great Westward Trails: the Santa Fe Trail, the California Trail, and the Oregon Trail. The city also hosts numerous historical sites related to the Community of Christ, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, American Civil War and Western history.

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Runner Reviews

Read what other athletes have to say about their experience at the Centerstone's 10th Annual Life;Story 5K Run/Walk for Suicide Prevention - Missouri (formerly Accept Zero 5K).

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