This Friday, October 10, Marks the Annual Ruck March for Veterans

Press Advisory                                                   Contact: Fred Zermeno
For Immediate Release (October 6, 2025)              Office (562) 406-1001 cell: (213) 219-1060
                                                                                                 
 
This Friday, October 10, Marks the Annual Ruck March for Veterans – the 31 Mile Walk Will Start at Midnight from Chino Hills and End at Rio’s Pizza Approximately at 11:30 AM in Montebello with Elected officials, Veterans, Active Military and the Community
Senator Bob Archuleta (D-Pico Rivera) is proud to recognize the Veterans March, organized by veteran Gus Arenas in memory of his fallen friend and in honor of all veterans who have lost their lives to suicide across the nation. The number 22 holds deep significance, symbolizing the estimated number of veterans who die by suicide each day in the United States—a powerful reminder of the urgent need to support mental health and suicide prevention efforts among our veterans.
“While research may vary on the exact numbers, whether it’s 22 veterans a day or one every 22 minutes, what remains undeniable is that suicide continues to impact our veteran and military communities,” said Senator Archuleta. “We must continue to raise awareness, represent those who are struggling, and ensure our veterans receive the support and assistance they deserve.”
Who: Senator Bob Archuleta, veteran Gus Arenas, numerous veterans and active-duty military members, Mayor of Whittier Joe Vinatieri, Mayor of Pico Rivera Johnny Garcia, Mayor of Montebello Sal Melendez, along with various councilmembers from Pico Rivera, Whittier, and Montebello, will join the final 4.1-mile walk from San Gabriel River Parkway & the 605 Freeway bridge on Beverly Blvd. in Pico Rivera to Rio’s Pizza in Montebello. Bring walking shoes, water and make sure you have a ride to pick you up from anyone of the final destinations.
What: The 22 Ruck March for Veterans
Where: Ruck will start at midnight from 6509 Alfonso Court, Chino Hills - First stop: Times estimated – 9:00 AM Penn and Painter, at the Whittier Veteran Peace Memorial, 13230 Penn St, Whittier, for a brief prayer service. Second Stop: 9:45 AM Corner of San Gabriel River Parkway and Beverly Blvd in Pico Rivera, Third Stop: 10:15 AM Corner of Beverly Blvd., and Rea Drive in Montebello, Montebello bridge. Final destination, Rio’s Pizza at 531 N. Montebello Blvd. Montebello, at 11:30 AM. Rio’s Pizza 531 North Montebello Blvd., Montebello.
When: Friday, October 10, 2025 from 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM.