What began as a small 5K event in San Antonio back in 2014 to honor late KSAT News Director Jim Boyle has grown into a big show of support for brain cancer patients and their families.

And, for one San Antonio family, the Head for the Cure 5K has become a deeply personal tradition — a way to celebrate a beloved father and husband, Michael Hartfiel, who passed away in 2022 after a long battle with brain cancer.

“I’m honored to have him as my dad,” said Clara Hartfiel, Michael’s daughter, who’s been part of the race since childhood. “As I’ve grown up, I’ve realized it affects a lot more people.”

Michael Hartfiel was diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer in 2009, shortly after Clara was born. Her older sister was just two years old. Michael went through multiple rounds of chemotherapy

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