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News From: Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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   The life-changing journey for a Columbus Marathon runner (NBC4i.com)
The 2023 Columbus Marathon on Sunday, October 15, will recognize the Lashutka Spirit Award winners, among them Justin Boggs.
 
News From: Sunday, October 16, 2022
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   Columbus Marathon draws more than 11,000 participants (10 WBNS)
Kristoffer Mugrage won the 2022 Columbus Marathon in 2:16:11 while Sarah Biehl won the women's race in 2:39:01.
 
News From: Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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   Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon 2022: What you need to know (The Columbus Dispatch)
Here are key information - races, routes and more - about the 2022 Columbus Marathon this Sunday, October 16.
 
News From: Sunday, October 17, 2021
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   Local women win Columbus Marathon and Half Marathon (NBC 4)
Kristoffer Mugrage won the 2021 Columbus Marathon in 2:17:05 while Sakiko Minagawa won the women's race in 2:41:12.
 
News From: Tuesday, September 14, 2021
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   Columbus Marathon to require proof of vaccination, negative COVID-19 test for athletes (The Columbus Dispatch)
The 2021 Columbus Marathon on October 17 requires participants to be either vaccinated or has negative COVID results.
 
News From: Tuesday, May 25, 2021
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   The Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon and 1/2 Marathon to be in-person this fall (The Columbus Dispatch)
The 2021 Columbus Marathon remains scheduled to be held on October 17, with safety measures in place.
 
News From: Tuesday, September 22, 2020
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   Columbus Marathon adapts to pandemic in meaningful way (WBNS-10TV)
Columbus Marathon, its 2020 event earlier cancelled, offers the Meaningful Miles Challenge.
 
News From: Monday, June 29, 2020
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   Economy could stagger after cancellation of Columbus marathon (ThisWeek Community News)
The local economy stands to lose around $13 million with the cancellation of the 2020 Columbus Marathon.
 
   2020 Columbus Marathon canceled due to coronavirus pandemic (WBNS-10TV)
The 2020 Columbus Marathon, set on October 18, was cancelled due to coronavirus concerns.
 
   Columbus Marathon canceled because of coronavirus pandemic (Columbus Business First)
The 2020 Columbus Marathon, set on October 18, was cancelled, due to coronavirus concerns.
 
News From: Sunday, October 20, 2019
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   Thousands run in Columbus marathon (WCMH Local 4 You)
Sammy Rotich won the 2019 Columbus Marathon in 2:15:05, ahead by 0.02 seconds over 2018 champion Elijah Rugut.
 
News From: Sunday, October 21, 2018
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   Cold doesn't keep runners from Columbus Marathon (The Columbus Dispatch)
Elijah Rugut won the 2018 Columbus Marathon in 2:22:46 while Christina Murphy won the women's race in 2:40:43.
 
   Photos: Runners brave the cold at the 2018 Columbus Marathon (Columbus Business First)
Elijah Rugut won the 2018 Columbus Marathon in 2:22:46 while Christina Murphy won the women's race in 2:40:43.
 
News From: Wednesday, October 17, 2018
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   Marathon to bring large crowds, road closures to Columbus this weekend (10TV - WBNS)
Here are vital information - road closures, schedule, route, among others - about the 2018 Columbus Maarathon on Sunday, Oct. 21.
 
News From: Wednesday, September 5, 2018
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   Getting ready for the Columbus Marathon (WSYX)
Race Director Darris Blackford talks about training and preparation of the runners for 2018 Columbus Marathon, set on October 21.
 
News From: Monday, October 16, 2017
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   Columbus Marathon runners inspired by Nationwide Children's patients (The Columbus Dispatch)
Runners were inspired by the 24 patients from Nationwide Children's Hospital who were stationed along various mile markers.
 
News From: Sunday, October 15, 2017
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   First time is charm for Columbus Marathon women's winner (The Columbus Dispatch)
Ethiopian Teklu Tefera Deneke won the 2017 Columbus Marathon in 2:20:52 while Kenyan Susan Jerotich won the women's race in 2:37:57.
 
News From: Wednesday, August 2, 2017
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   Linda Evans | 1949--2017: Runner killed by car had competed in every Columbus Marathon since 1980 (The Columbus Dispatch)
Linda Evans who was run over by a car this Monday was an avid runner and participant in the Columbus Marathon.
 
News From: Monday, July 31, 2017
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   Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Announce 2017 Patient Champions (Newswise)
Columbus Marathon announced its list of "Patient Champions" for this year - they will be honored during the race.
 
News From: Monday, October 17, 2016
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   Columbus Marathon | Columbus native Anne Flower wins duel in women's race (The Columbus Dispatch)
Fikadu Girma Teteri won the Columbus Marathon race in 2:14:39 while Anne Flower won the women's race in 2:42:25.
 
News From: Tuesday, February 2, 2016
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   Columbus Marathon registration opens with smaller field, same prices for 2016 (Biz Journal.com)
Runners can now sign up for the Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon, which will kick off Oct. 16 with fewer spots for the full than in 2015 but with prices unchanged from recent years.
 
News From: Monday, February 1, 2016
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   Registration opens for Columbus Marathon (SunTimes.com)
Registration for the Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon and 1/2 Marathon is now open. Registration fees will remain at $75 for the marathon and $60 for the 1/2-marathon until February 14. This will be the 37th year for the 26.2 mile marathon, which will be held on October 16th. Race Director Darris Blackford expects another sell out of 12,000 runners for the half-marathon and 6,000 for the marathon.
 
News From: Monday, October 19, 2015
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   Kenyans dominate Columbus marathon (Columbus Dispatch)
A Kenyan racing out of Hebron, Ky., Koseki finished in 2 hours, 16 minutes and 44 seconds to earn $5,000. Hillary Too was second in 2:19:03.
 
   PHOTOS: 2015 Columbus Marathon (BizJournal.com)
Julius Koskei of Kenya won the men's marathon in 2:16:46, while countrymen Loice Kangogo won the women's race in 2:41:44. Kenyans finished first in the half as well, with Kimutai Cheruiyot setting a course record in 1:02:45 and Susan Jerotich also setting a course record for women in 1:11:50.
 
News From: Friday, October 16, 2015
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   Columbus Marathon 2015: Chilly start, revamped finish line to greet record field at Sunday's race (BIZJournal.com)
Runners in the 2015 Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon had better bundle up for the start of the 36th running of the road race, which will feature a record field of about 19,000 half and full marathon participants this year.
 
News From: Thursday, October 15, 2015
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   Columbus Marathon runners to raise money for hospital (The Dispatch)
The streets of Columbus will be filled with runners and walkers sweating for a good cause during the Columbus Marathon and half-marathon. The races will begin at 7:30 a.m. Sunday at North Bank Park, 311 W. Long St. The event has raised more than $3 million for Nationwide Childrens Hospital since 2012.
 
   Young girl to play role in Columbus Marathon (The Courier)
Kolby Sherick, 4, the daughter of McComb native Travis Sherick and Findlay native Jen Mohley Sherick, was chosen as one of 26 children treated at Nationwide Childrens Hospital in Columbus, which sponsors the marathon, to be a Miracle Mile Patient Champion. The children and their families will be at designated mile markers during the race to inspire participants.
 
News From: Sunday, October 11, 2015
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   Columbus marathon honors Marion twins (Marion Star)
On Sunday, with the help of a grant successfully sought from the Cystic Fibrosis Lifestyle Foundation by their father, the Rev. David Hoffman, the siblings will run in the half marathon portion of the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon and Half Marathon. They will race not only as participants but as Spirit Award winners as selected by event organizers "for their efforts in raising awareness of the benefits of exercising for people with cystic fibrosis," Michele Mooney, a Children's Hospital spokeswoman, said.
 
News From: Sunday, March 29, 2015
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   Columbus marathon hits the road to recruit 2015 runners (WANE.com)
Organizers of a Columbus marathon are stepping up their recruitment efforts in hopes of drawing more runners to the September event.
 
News From: Wednesday, January 28, 2015
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   Columbus Marathon Expanding Field, Adding 1,000 Runners in the Half-Marathon (Biz Journals.com)
The Columbus Marathon is adding 1,000 entries to the half-marathon race. This is good news for the competitive field and just in time for race registration which kicks off on February 1
 
News From: Tuesday, October 21, 2014
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   Carol Grate, Emma Dickman Reach Goals at Columbus Marathon (Highland County Press)
Carol Grate finished her half-marathon event at the Columbus Marathon as she ran on behalf of Emma's Dream Team which raised money for Columbus' Children's Hospital.
 
News From: Sunday, October 19, 2014
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   Columbus Marathon: Kenyans Finish 1-2 in Men's Race, Woodring Wins Second Women's Title (Dispatch.com)
Meshack Kirwa won the Columbus Marathon with a time of 2 hours 18 minutes and 19 second to claim the $5,000 top prize
 
News From: Thursday, October 16, 2014
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   Musical Corridor Aims to Inspire Columbus Marathon Runners (Columbus Dispatch)
Thousands of runners attending the Columbus Marathon this weekend will pass by a different type of support from the roadside.
 
News From: Wednesday, October 15, 2014
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   Shoes Can Make a Difference for Columbus Marathon Runners (10TV.com)
Proper footwear can make or break your marathon and Randy Benedict of Second Sole says that all runners should have a conversation about the activity level they hope to attain in their shoes.
 
News From: Tuesday, September 9, 2014
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   Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon and 1/2 Marathon Sells Out in Record Time (Newswise.com)
For the eighth consecutive year the Columbus Marathon has sold out and nearly one month faster than last year's record.
 
News From: Thursday, September 4, 2014
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   Columbus Marathon Patient Champions All Have a Story to Tell (ThisWeekNews.com)
Mile markers in this year's Columbus Marathon will not only have a number but a name of a child who is currently a patient at the Nationwide Children's Hospital
 
News From: Tuesday, July 29, 2014
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   The Columbus Marathon Announces Route Changes, PR Gong and More! (Broadway World.com)
The Columbus Marathon sold out before the end of August in 2013 and with this year's new course and added amenities it is expiated to sell out faster.
 
News From: Monday, October 21, 2013
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   Columbus Marathon: Winners Both Stay Far Ahead of Challengers (Columbus Dispatch)
Kennedy Kemei easily won the Columbus Marathon with a time of 2 hours 18 minutes and 45 seconds.
 
News From: Sunday, October 20, 2013
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   Kemei Kennedy Wins Columbus Marathon (Columbus Dispatch)
Kemei Kennedy won the Columbus Marathon with a time of 2 hours 18 minutes and 43 seconds while Heidi Greenwood of Cleveland Heights won the women's division with a time of 2 hours 42 minutes and 8 seconds.
 
News From: Saturday, October 19, 2013
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   Tension Grows as Start of Columbus Marathon Nears (Columbus Dispatch)
More than eighteen-thousand runners will see the first rays of dawn on Sunday morning as they line up for the Columbus Marathon
 
   Columbus Marathon: Runners' Motivation Go For Miles (Columbus Dispatch)
The thirty-fourth running of the Columbus Marathon has turned many single endeavors into a team effort.
 
News From: Thursday, October 17, 2013
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   Columbus Marathon Bans Large Bags, Backpacks (WKYC.com)
Ohio's biggest marathon has instituted new security measures that include athletes placing belongings in clear plastic bags provided by the marathon.
 
   Spectators Can Cheer Runners Along Columbus Marathon Route (Columbus Dispatch)
Thousands of spectators will be able to cheer on eighteen thousand runners at the thirty-fourth annual Columbus Marathon
 
News From: Saturday, July 6, 2013
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   Columbus Marathon Training Season Kicks off with RunFest (10TV.com)
Roughly one-thousand people headed to the Ohio State Fairgrounds Saturday to kick off RunFest, a festival dedicated to motivate runners for the Nationwide Children's Hospital Marathon in October.
 
News From: Monday, October 22, 2012
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   Men's, Women's Winners Claim Their First Columbus Marathon Titles (Columbus Dispatch)
Craig Curley of Tucson Arizona won the Columbus Marathon with a time of 2 hours 19 minutes and 1 second.
 
News From: Friday, October 19, 2012
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   Nationwide Children's Hospital Makes Strides in First Year of Columbus Marathon Tie-In. (Business First Columbus)
The Nationwide Children's Hospital will participate at "title beneficiary" on October 21 as part of the Columbus Marathon. The marathon will boast over eighteen-thousand competitors lining the streets and running through the Ohio State football stadium
 
News From: Wednesday, October 17, 2012
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   Columbus Marathon To Funnel Runners Through The 'Shoe (The Lantern)
Marathon runners in the Columbus Marathon get to run through the Ohio State University football stadium near mile eighteen of the 26.2 mile race.
 
News From: Tuesday, February 7, 2012
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   Columbus Marathon Set To Run Through Ohio Stadium (The Lantern)
The Columbus Marathon will have a new course for the 2012 edition of the race. Roughly seven-thousand runners will bound through the players and opponents ramps near mile 17.5 of the marathon.
 
News From: Thursday, January 19, 2012
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   Nationwide Mutual Backs The Columbus Marathon (Sports Pro)
A new three-year agreement between Nationwide Mutual Insurance and the Columbus Marathon will keep the marathon named the Nationwide Better Health Columbus Marathon for the next three years.
 
News From: Saturday, December 24, 2011
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   Short Takes: The Columbus Marathon (Columbus Dispatch)
Thousands of runners took to the streets of Columbus, Ohio to improve their health and they also improved the economic health of the city with more than thirteen-million in economic spending.
 

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