KENNEWICK -- Thousands of people from across the Tri-Cites and the country were in Kennewick for the annual Turkey Trot to benefit the Benton-Franklin Red Cross.

The appearance of Sarah Palin overshadowed the whole event, as hundreds of people tried to get an up close view of the former Alaskan Governor.

Palin said she's thankful for everyone to come out and help support the Red Cross.

She said her family will be doing a non-traditional dinner tonight, probably Quizno's.

Palin ran a 5k route, along with members of her family. She didn't cross the finish line, perhaps to avoid the massive crowds for a second time.