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Marion Marathon to Observe Moment of Silence for Boston Marathon Bombing
The first ever Marion Rotary Marathon for Shoes is this weekend, just days after explosions at the Boston Marathon left many injured and three dead.
The first ever Marion Rotary Marathon for Shoes will be held this Sunday in and around Marion, and organizers are planning a moment of silence in recognition of the Boston Marathon bombing.
The bombing left three people dead and more than 100 injured.
"In recognition of this week's tragic events at the Boston Marathon, we will plan to observe a moment of silence prior to the start of the Marathon, Marathon Relay, and UICCU Half Marathon," organizers posted on the events Facebook page.
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Organizers will have ribbons available for participants to wear.
The full marathon, half marathon and relay are on Sunday. All three begin at Linn-Mar High School at 7 a.m. The 5K is on Saturday and begins at Thomas Park at 9 a.m.
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The event benefits Shoes for Kids, a program of the Marion-East Cedar Rapids Rotary Club, and supports other Rotary sponsored programs.
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