A total of 1,277 people are set to take part in this weekend's Parish Walk.
The iconic endurance event will be going ahead from 8am on Saturday, June 20.
This year's figure compares to 1,279 competitors who walked it last year.
Competitors will be walking along the 85-mile course through all 17 of the Island's parishes, though only a minority last the whole distance.
Onchan's Manx signs won't wait for government advice
Onchan commissioners say they'll press ahead with putting Manx names on road signs - despite a lack of advice from government.
Farmer hits out after hay bale arson attack
A farmer's hit out after someone tried to set hay bales on fire in their fields.
Injured Manx S100 rider released from hospital
The family of a Manx rider involved in a serious crash at the Southern 100 say he's been released from hospital.
King praises Island's beauty during Tynwald address
King Charles has addressed the Island's parliament in his first stop of today's royal visit.
King Charles has arrived at Tynwald, in his first visit to the Island as monarch.
Government public counters closed because of king's visit
The government says public counters at its main offices in the capital will be closed today.
Reduced MER service as Island braces for King's visit
The Manx Electric Railway says it's running a reduced service today.
Public Health issues advice on staying cool in heatwave
Public Health has shared advice on how to keep cool during the summer heatwave.
