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Oakton alumna Claire Wood talks about her 10+ years at New Balance and her decision to try something new, professionally. Read more about her career in running shoe design from RunWashington’s 2016 profile of Wood.
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James W. Foley Freedom Run
Inspired by the moral courage of freelance journalist James Foley, the mission of the nonprofit Foley Foundation is to secure the freedom of Americans held captive abroad unjustly by terrorist organizations or rogue states, and to promote journalist safety.
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Kensington 8K Race
Since 1994, the Kensington 8K Race has been a favorite DC area fall race – a fun, fast event with beauty, challenge, and excitement. Run it this year on Saturday, September 21, 2024!
The 8K distance is $39, with a