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Newport News readies for 11th annual One City Marathon; city projects record turnout
Summary
City staff updated council on preparations for the One City Marathon set for March 1–2, 2025, highlighting plans to host the National Black Marathoners Association, a new scholarship partnership with BayPort Foundation and expanded public events; city employees can register free.
City Manager Alan introduced an update on preparations for the 11th annual One City Marathon, and Owen Miller, the city’s chief strategy officer, told the council the event is projected to exceed last year’s participation and will highlight the city to regional and out‑of‑state visitors.
Miller said the marathon, which began in 2014, is traditionally held the first weekend of March and is intended “to promote civic pride and unity.” He said the full event weekend includes multiple races and pre‑race health and wellness pop‑ups open to the public.
The council was told the 2024 event drew 3,039 registrants, three short of the record, and staff are…
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