Registration for the 12th Annual Discover Whitewater Series (DWS) Half Marathon, Half Marathon Team Event, and 5K has opened, according to information released by event organizers. 

The event will be held Sunday, Sept. 22.

According to the release, the event was established in 2013. Since its inception, 11 races have been held, raising a total of $274,500 for local charities.

The organization partners with the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and the city of Whitewater in hosting the community event.

Participants in this year’s event can expect to find “fan-favorite events” from past years such as the Kids Korral childcare, Half Marathon Team Event, and its Post Race Celebration at 841 Brewhouse, 841 E. Milwaukee St., Whitewater, the release stated. 

Race Director Dawson Miller noted within the release that runners of every capacity will find opportunities to participate within the series.

According to the release, the organization is offering discounted rates for those who sign up early.

Those interested in learning more about the race or registering to participate are encouraged to visit the organization’s website: www.RunWhitewater.com/Register. 

About the Discover Whitewater Series

According to the release, The goal of the DWS is to promote the city of Whitewater and highlight its greatest features, while keeping everyone in the community active. All of the proceeds from the race are donated to five local nonprofit partners: Bethel House, Whitewater LEADS, Working for Whitewater’s Wellness (W3), Whitewater Unified School District and the J-Hawk Aquatic Club. The DWS partners with the city, business community, university and the school district to host the annual event.