Runners from the World Harmony Run will pass through Jordan at about 11 a.m. today on their way to Shakopee. The runners will pass through Jordan along Highway 169.

Runners in the 50-state USA World Harmony Run are carrying a flaming torch to symbolize their goal of harmony through sports. The relay is intended to inspire others to also work for a more harmonious world.

The run touches the lives of millions of people along its route. The runners visit schools, community groups, running clubs, and local and national government organizations. At these stops, they talk about their experiences, and share their inspiration and enthusiasm for the goal of world harmony.

“By carrying the torch, you will be bridging cultural and social barriers, and all the boundaries that separate nation from nation,” said Carl Lewis, nine-time Olympic gold medallist and World Harmony Run spokesman. “The trials on the road to world harmony are no greater than the courage of those who accept the challenge.”

The 10,000-mile run is part of the 100-nation global relay, which emphasizes a global theme of international harmony and multi-cultural understanding. It has been held everyt other year since 1987. The run includes simultaneous running events in Canada, Eastern and Western Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Australia.

For more information, visit www.worldharmonyrun.org/usa [2].