JACKSON TWP. – The 2025 NAMIWalks Stark County is set for Oct. 4, National Day of Hope, at Belden Village Mall, 4230 Belden Village St. NW.

Participants will join communities across the country to raise awareness for mental health and celebrate recovery, unity and resilience.

Registration is at 9 a.m., followed by the walk kickoff at 10 a.m. The 2025 honorary walk chair is Mark Bigsbee.

After the walk, attendees are invited to explore a health fair featuring local organizations, resources and activities designed to inspire hope and connect families and individuals to mental health support. The fair ends at noon.

Money raised supports free programs, classes, and support groups provided by NAMI Stark County.

“Mental health is so important for a healthy community," Bigsbee said. "This ye

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