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DMV Distance Derby records nearly 700 marks

Published January 5, 2021 at 9:00AM | Updated January 7, 2021 at 4:28PM

Nina Zarina runs the Hains Point segment of the DMV Distance Derby during the Dojo of Pain Marathon in December. Photo: Charlie Ban

The DMV Distance Derby, RunWashington’s substitute for a robust road racing season, has recorded 677 times for 22 segments since May 2020. Using the Strava app, runners can run a variety of distances on courses throughout the D.C. area at a time of their choosing to earn bragging rights. Often, they are a break from the tranditional 5k, 10k, etc. distances common in road racing.

The 2.5-mile Hains Point segment, clockwise between the gates in East Potomac Park, has seen the most action with 80 men and 45 women trying. Brian Rich (12:34) and Nina Zarina (13:30) hold the leads so far. Others are ripe for more attempts, with only a few people running the WB&A Trail and the Washington’s Birthday Marathon loop in Prince George’s County, Kenwood in Montgomery County or the National Aboretum.

Event

Westminster School 5K Race

November 7, 2026 9:00 am -11:00 am

Event location

Westminster School

3819 Gallows Road

Annandale, Virginia 22003

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Westminster School’s annual 5K ($45), 1K ($15), and Fun Run ($10) on Saturday, November 7th at 9:00am is a spirited community event open to students, families, and friends of all ages and fitness levels. With courses designed for everyone—from a fun 1K for beginners to a more challenging 5K—participants can walk, jog, or race their way through the beautiful campus.

We have amazing cash prizes and give aways, making it an ideal way to enjoy a day outdoors with loved ones. Join in to support school programs, meet new people, and celebrate wellness together!

Event

National Capital 20 Miler & 5 Miler

October 3, 2026 7:00 am -12:00 pm

Event location

Carderock Recreation Area

C&O Canal Towpath

Potomac, Maryland 20854

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The National Capital 20 Miler is the DC area’s premier fall marathon tune-up race. Runners will have access to a flat and fast out-and-back course on the C&O Towpath with multiple water stations along the way. Runners also have the option to register for the Janet Braunstein 5 Miler, which also takes place on the Towpath. Register now to guarantee your race hoodie!

Both events start on the Towpath by the North Parking Lot at Carderock Recreation Area.

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Monumental Runner – Don Laub

By Charlie Ban

Published January 1, 2021 at 1:00PM | Updated January 1, 2021 at 1:21PM

Name: Don Laub

Self-described age group: 60s

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Locals pursue higher education and training load at higher elevation

By Charlie Ban

Published December 15, 2020 at 11:00AM | Updated December 17, 2020 at 11:33AM

When Gavin McElhennon decided on a college last year, he didn’t expect to spend his first semester thousands of miles away from Johns Hopkins University’s campus in Baltimore.

But with the COVID-19 pandemic forcing classes online for his first semester, Gonzaga alumnus McElhennon and 13 of his first-year classmates took their academic flexibility to Flagstaff, Ariz. The Blue Jays weren’t alone — college runners from across the country, including many in and from the D.C. area, took a consolation prize from a deferred fall season and did some altitude training.

Running Shorts

By Charlie Ban

Published December 15, 2020 at 10:00AM | Updated December 19, 2020 at 10:42AM

Kevin Milsted (right) in 2015. Photo: Marleen van den Neste

Milsted turns attention to historical D.C. results, guilty plea in June 1 CCT assault, ultra record for Arlingtonian, Rock ‘n’ Roll postpones until November ’21.

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