Local organization to host annual autism walk-a-thon

Shawn Cabbagestalk

March 31, 2024 at 8:36 PM

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) — The second annual Autism Walk-A-Thon is headed to the Garden City.

The event put on by MOM Moving Over Mountains Against Autism is scheduled for Sunday, April 7 starting at 8:30 a.m. at Lake Olmsted Park.

The event offers a variety of activities and resources for attendees. Participants can engage with vendors offering services tailored to individuals with autism.

For more information, you can visit Moms Moving Over Mountains Against Autism on Facebook.

Deidre Roberson and her son Marshall joined Shawn to share more on how you can participate.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WJBF.

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