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Blue Ridge Marathon: More runners means more economic impact
Assignment ManagerLast month's Blue Ridge Marathon brought more runners and pumped more economic activity into the Roanoke Valley than ever before. That's according to a study released Monday by the Roanoke Regional Partnership and the Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional...Tags: Trips and Vacations, Road Running, Travel, National Hockey League, Sports
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Kimberly McBroom's Blog
Tuesday, May 7 I truly hope you were able to catch "Susan's Story," either last night at 6 or today on WDBJ 7 Mornin'. Susan Bahorich bravely shared her personal struggle with ovarian cancer. I am so proud of her for being open and honest with what she is...Tags: Vegan Diet, Caves and Caverns, Organic Foods, Social Services, The Salvation Army
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Stories of personal achievements and public support follow Blue Ridge Marathon
ReporterTwo days after the Blue Ridge Marathon, we're still hearing impressive stories of personal achievement and community support. Among the youngest to cross the finish line was 9-year-old Bryson Oliver, a Botetourt County fourth-grader who completed the...Tags: Road Running, Sports
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One man offers unique perspective on the Blue Ridge Marathon
WDBJ7 Anchor/ReporterAs the runners laced up their shoes and prepared to hit the course for the grueling 26- point-2 mile race, one man offered us a unique perspective on the marathon. Dan King has won the Equinox Marathon in Alaska, a race that's considered more...Tags: Basketball, Track and Field, Road Running, Sports
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Blue Ridge Marathon runners show support for victims of Boston bombing
ReporterThe day began with a moment of silence and a show of strength, as more than 14-hundred runners stepped to the starting line of the Blue Ridge Marathon. Roanokers cheered the runners through quiet neighborhoods and challenging climbs. And spectators...Tags: Boston Marathon, Road Running, Sports, Boston Marathon Bombing (2013)
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Local runner tackles Blue Ridge Marathon with wife, best friends
WDBJ7 Multimedia JournalistOne runner is battling the twists and turns of America's toughest road marathon and taking some of his best friends along for the ride. Saturday marks Gary Adkins second Blue Ridge Marathon in Roanoke and while he had hoped to run it this year with some...Tags: Boston Marathon, Road Running, Sports
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One click inspires hundreds to show support at Blue Ridge Marathon
WDBJ7 Multimedia JournalistSocial media has played a huge role this week in connecting not only the running community, but every American across the country. Hundreds of thousands took to the internet to show their support for those affected at the Boston Marathon. Whether...Tags: Road Running, Sports, Social Media, Twitter, Inc.
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Blue Ridge Marathon: How To Be a Good Spectator
WDBJ-TV Anchor/ReporterAlong with training and a good pair of running shoes, the folks running in the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon need something else. They need fans to support them. "In a normal marathon it's important. In Americas toughest road marathon it's...Tags: Road Running, Sports
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Satisfaction rating for Blue Ridge Marathon is sky high
WDBJ7 ReporterAccording to the website, Running in the USA, this Saturday there will be marathons in 12 different states across the country. Despite the many options, plenty of people will be right here for the Blue Ridge Marathon. The Blue Ridge Marathon is now...Tags: Track and Field, Road Running, Sports
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Blue Ridge half-Marathoners will double run to honor Boston
WDBJ7 ReporterThe Blue Ridge Marathon is the first major race following the bombing in Boston. Because of what happened there, some runners are making a big sacrifice. Chris, imagine training for this race thinking you're going to do a half-marathon. Fifteen...Tags: Road Running, Sports
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Last minute preparations for Blue Ridge Marathon include additional security precautions
ReporterRoanoke Police and Blue Ridge Marathon organizers were coordinating long before the tragic events in Boston, but since Monday's bombing, they've been taking additional steps to reassure runners and spectators, and make sure everyone is safe. After...Tags: Road Running, Sports
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Blue Ridge Marathon is big boost for area business
WDBJ7 Anchor/ReporterThe reward for all of the runners in the Blue Ridge Marathon is to cross the finish line, but there is certainly another payoff for those who aren't actively participating. "Our goal is to make this much more than a running event,” Pete Eshelman...Tags: Road Running, Sports
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