Lali Tucker begins her effort to finish the second half of the Azalea Run half marathon after passing the turnaround point southwest of Nixa, Missouri.
Runners pass each other in the dip near the turn around point of the Azalea half marathon in Nixa, Missouri. The out and back course covers some of the hilliest terrain in the back roads near the town, with a reputation for being tough.
A slightly impatient dog waits for its owner to catch up while participating in the 5K walk of the Panther Run 5K/10K/15K at Drury University.
