Phylicia Carson Memorial 5k

The Phylicia Carson Memorial 5k is a commemorative run/walk held annually in Osage Beach, Missouri, honoring the life of fallen OBPD officer Phylicia Carson. The event features a 5k walk/run open to participants aged 18 to 99, as well as a separate kids-only 5k walk/run. The course starts and finishes at the Osage Beach Police Department, following a route along OB Parkway and Palisades Boulevard.

Registration includes a commemorative shirt if signed up by early October. The event supports the Pregnancy Help Center and Missouri COPS, with opportunities to donate. The atmosphere is respectful and community-focused, including a ceremony with family and police tributes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.