Marine Corps Marathon
Thousands take part in Marine Corps Marathon
“When people talk about it, I get chills,” said Kristen Brouse from Watsontown, Pennsylvania. She was just one of the 30,000 runners who took part in this year’s Marine Corps Marathon.
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Photos: Sights from the 2017 Marine Corps Marathon
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What area is the Marine Corps Marathon's big winner?
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Marine Corps Marathon runners: How did they do?
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Marine Corps Marathon: Photos through the years
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We want you: Volunteers needed for Marine Corps Marathon weekend
The Marine Corps Marathon is months away, but there are more than just runners participating in the event. It takes hundreds of volunteers to help make marathon weekend successful, and registration to volunteer opens on May 11.
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Calling all Marine Corps Marathon runners: Tell WTOP your story
WTOP is looking for Marine Corps Marathon runners to feature in an upcoming special report. Submit your story today!
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Marine Corps Marathon lottery registration opens
The lottery opened Wednesday and will remain open through noon Eastern on March 28. Once the lottery closes, marathoners will be notified by email of their acceptance results on March 29.
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Marine Corps’ 17.75k race OK’d to run in wind-ravaged Va. park
Hundreds of trees toppled at Prince William Forest Park, forcing its closure for weeks. But thanks for the hard work of National Park Service employees, the course through the park is cleared for the Marine Corps’ 17.75k race on March 24.
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Limited Marine Corps Marathon race registrations available online next week
On Wednesday, March 21, the Marine Corps Marathon will have a “rush registration” option, which is described as an “online mad dash” that allows runners to bypass the traditional lottery.
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Ready, set, go! Thousands of runners take part in 2017 Marine Corps Marathon
“When people talk about it, I get chills,” said Kristen Brouse from Watsontown, Pennsylvania. She was just one of the 30,000 runners who took part in this year’s Marine Corps Marathon.
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Marine Corps Marathon runners: How did they do?
In anticipation for the 42nd annual Marine Corps Marahton, WTOP’s John Domen featured eight runners and their stories. Here’s how they finished.
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Photos: Sights from the 2017 Marine Corps Marathon
Take a look at sights from the 2017 Marine Corps Marathon.
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Road closures for the 2017 Marine Corps Marathon
Going to the 42nd Marine Corps Marathon Sunday, or just looking to get around it? See a map and a list of the road closures, along with driving advice from WTOP’s Dave Dildine.
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Marine Corps Marathon: What you need to know
The 42nd Marine Corps Marathon starts on Sunday and runs through Arlington to D.C. and back. Find out what you need to know to get to it or around it.
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Blue Angels widow runs her first marathon in husband’s memory
Capt. Jeff Kuss of the Blue Angels asked his wife Christina to run the Marine Corps Marathon shortly before he died. This weekend, she’ll do so in his honor.
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Metro track work for Marine Corps Marathon weekend
With the Marine Corps Marathon set for Sunday, Metro has made some changes to hours and weekend daytime track work. Here’s what you need to know, including what stations to head for.
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Marine Corps Marathon’s big winner? Prince George’s County
The Marine Corps Marathon is one of the nation’s largest marathons — and it has an enormous impact on the region’s economy. Read how Prince George’s County stands to gain the most, how much runners are expected to spend while here and how the weekend impacts the bottom line for restaurants.
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The story behind the story: ‘Big Dan Runs the Marathon’
Dan O’Neil started running when he weighed over 300 pounds. Since then, he has lowered his blood pressure, improved his sleep apnea and mustered the courage to publish his journey in a children’s book.
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Marine Corps Marathon spectators: Best places to watch runners and what to leave at home
Cheering on a Marine Corps Marathon runner? Check out the best places to watch, some tips about rooting on a runner and a list of things you can’t bring.
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