Hosted by Mendocino County's running club, the North Coast Striders; the Willits Classic is back again, for its 43rd running, and true to form, there will be a 5k run/walk and a 10 mile run, both following scenic loop courses around the Little Lake Valley. Both races Start/Finish at the Recreation Grove Park in downtown Willits at the corner East Commercial Street and South Lenore Ave. Same-day registration opens at 9 AM, start time for both races is 10 AM, with awards to follow for Top Three Overall Male and Female, as well as Age Group Awards. All net proceeds benefit Willits High School Youth Running Programs.