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Magnolia Marathon

Human Interest Story

What was formerly the Leo Run to Remember is now known as the Magnolia Marathon, but runners from near and far will still be able to run for a good cause Saturday.

Magnolia Marathon: New name, same appeal for runners

They tested out the giant finish line blimp Sunday for the Magnolia Marathon, previously known as the Leo Run to Remember. The race still goes to benefitAlzheimer's research, but with 250 runners last year, race timer Tim Irvine says they wanted more of a Mississippi feel.

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