DeKalb walking event to raise awareness of lupus

A run/walk fundraiser for a foundation that supports residents with lupus will be held this month in DeKalb County.

County Commissioner Larry Johnson is sponsoring the Let’s Move DeKalb walk as part of his overall effort to promote walking for health benefits in DeKalb.

The free event begins at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 14 at the Exchange recreation center, 2771 Columbia Dr., near Decatur. Representatives Lupus Foundation’s Georgia Chapter will also be on hand to educate residents about the autoimmune disorder.