Lead Stories: Sunday, July 6, 2008
Posted January 23rd, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Allyson Rosen
Marathon enthusiasts across the country will have a chance tomorrow night to watch a special one-night, “big-screen” viewing of a documentary that embraces their beloved sport. “Spirit of the Marathon” is the collaborative effort of three-time Academy Award winner Mark Jonathan Harris, Telly Award winner and marathon runner Jon Dunham, and producer/marathoner Gwendolen Twist. Four years in the making, “Spirit of the Marathon” is the first ever non-fiction feature film to capture the drama and essence of the famed 26.2 mile running event.
In addition, and to the further delight of Michigan’s running community, race organizers for the Metro Health Grand Rapids Marathon have decided to kick off registration for this event in conjunction with the “Spirit of the Marathon” premier. A special booth will be set-up at Celebration Cinema North, the local Grand Rapids, MI theater offering the one-night showing, beginning at 6pm tomorrow evening, January 24. They will also be offering $5.00 off registration and free popcorn to those planning on running the October 19 event.
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Posted January 4th, 2008 at 2:00 PM by thefinalsprint.com
Looking for your next marathon, half-marathon, or other distance road race? Then input when and where you would like to race in the Active.com Event Calendar found below and you’ll find a plethora of opportunities to reach your goals and Finish Strong!
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Posted October 23rd, 2007 at 8:00 AM by Jeanie Rebb
Next spring’s ING Georgia Marathon & Half Marathon, set for Sunday, March 30, will start and finish at Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta. One of the most picturesque and popular races in the country, the marathon and half-marathon will return for its second year through Atlanta’s intown neighborhoods, treating runners and spectators to some of the city’s most widely recognized landmarks.
“The ING Georgia Marathon is another great sporting event that our state is proud to host. Placing the start / finish line at Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta will be the perfect location for spectators and athletes to enjoy next year’s race,” said Governor Sonny Perdue.
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