In the beginning it was called the Tarheel Minuteman Road Race. The race was started over 15 years ago, and it was held annually until the tragedy of Sept. 11, 2001. The race was initially the brainchild of the late Retired Master Sgt. Charlie Tanner. The trophies for the fastest male and female runners are dedicated to him. The race is open to retirees, full-time and traditional guardsmen in the North Carolina National Guard, as well as their dependents and friends. 911TenAnniv