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2005 Ogden Newspapers 20K Stories

'We Care Mile' to Benefit Katrina Victims
Thursday, September 8, 2005
Ohio Valley running enthusiasts are being asked to put their best foot forward to help victims of Hurricane Katrina. The "Wheeling We Care Mile" will be run at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9, in downtown Wheeling. The event is the brainstorm of Ron Green, who announced details during a news conference Wednesday at WesBanco Arena. Green also organizes the annual Debbie Green Race to benefit leukemia.

Moore Wins Ogden Grand Prix Award
Sunday, August 21, 2005
Wheeling's Ricky Moore didn't have the race he had hoped to have on Saturday. But, the Wheeling Jesuit University assistant cross country and track coach still came away a winner.

Kenyans, Russians Dominate
Sunday, August 21, 2005
In the men's race, Kenyans took seven of the first eight places, with only runnerup Alene Reta of Ethiopia able to break their dominance. Reta finished in 1 hour, 4 minutes and 48 seconds, just six seconds in back of 2005 champion Francis Bowen, who set a pace of four minutes and 56 seconds per mile over the rugged and humid 13.1-mile that took its toll on many competitors.

Ogden 20K Classic Planning for 30th Anniversary
Sunday, June 12, 2005
With the 29th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk now in our rear view mirror, plans are already under way for the 2006 race weekend which will take place on May 26-27. Howard Corcoran, race director met with the executive committee of the 20K Classic late last week to review the recent event and to put the focus on next year.

Young Life Walks New Ground
Tuesday, June 7, 2005
It was difficult to miss the newest group of volunteers cheering on walkers and runners in this year's Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic. Beside the fact that the group sported fluorescent T-shirts, they were set apart by their enthusiastic support given to race participants. Despite the rain and chilly temperatures, one of the Ohio Valley chapters of Young Life came out to support those running and walking in the day's races.

2005 Ogden Race Tab
Sundday, May 29, 2005
A follow up tab detailing the events during the 2005 Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic.

Kibet Wins 20K
Saturday, May 28, 2005
They were running in the rain during Saturday's 29th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk held in Wheeling, but nothing could stop defending champion Julius Kibet. Not even a loose shoestring.

Ricky Moore Finishes Second
Saturday, May 28, 2005
The first two local runners across the finish line for the Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic on Saturday defined determination by showing an unwavering energy even after the long, wet race. Ricky Moore, assistant coach for Wheeling Jesuit University's track and cross country teams, and Kristen Hetzel crossed the finish line about 23 minutes apart.

Runners Review Altered Course
Saturday, May 28, 2005
Despite the rain, more than a thousand runners and walkers completed what has become a Memorial Day weekend tradition in the 29th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk - but this year, the race was forced to break from tradition with an altered course.

Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic a Winner
Saturday, May 28, 2005
There are no losers in this weekend's Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic and its related events. Simply by striving to do their best in extremely challenging physical activities, those who participate have demonstrated that they are winners. That is one reason the event itself is a winner for our community.

Runners, Walkers Ready to Go
Saturday, May 28, 2005
The course alterations have all been finalized. The volunteers are all in place. Bill Rodgers is in town. Ladies and gentlemen, it's time to race. The 29th Ogden Newspapers 20K Run and Walk begins at 7:30 a.m. today, when the 20K walkers take their first steps on 14th street.

Tiny Tot Trot Brings Families and Communities Together
Saturday, May 28, 2005
Children 5 years old and younger raced their hearts out Friday during the Ogden Tiny Tot Trot. The tots could hardly contain themselves as they waited at the start line on 14th Street in the downtown. When given the official "Go," they burst into action and sprinted as fast as their little legs would let them ‹ an entire 100 yards to the finish.

Olteanu Wins Mile
Saturday, May 28, 2005
Ovidiu Olteanu, Romania's only sub four-minute miler, did it again Friday night as he just beat the rain drops at the finish line in winning the Ogden Mile, one of the prelude events to today's 29th annual Ogden 20K Classic Run and Walk in Wheeling.

Race Activities Begin Today
Friday, May 27, 2005
Weather permitting, one of the most competitive races in years is expected in both the male and female divisions of the 29th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Run and Walk in Wheeling on Saturday.

2005 Ogden Pre-Race Tab
Thursday, May 26, 2005
Twelve stories leading up to the 2005 Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic.

20K Web Site Improved for 2005 Race
Wednesday, May 25, 2005
With the digital age upon us, committee members for the Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk have adopted a new format for getting race information out to the public.

Good Communications for a Smooth Race
Tuesday, May 24, 2005
Communications are the lifeblood of any major event. That is especially true for a successful operation of The Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk.

Businesses Ready For 20K Foot Traffic
Monday, May 23, 2005
Some downtown Wheeling business owners say extra foot traffic always is welcome, especially from events such as the upcoming 29th Annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic.

Ogden 20K Classic Hall of Fame Welcomes New Members
Sunday, May 22, 2005
Ten long-time participants and the administration from the city of Wheeling, which is being honored for its support of the Ogden 20K, have been selected as this year's inductees to the Ogden 20K Classic Hall of Fame.

2004 Winner Ready to Run Again
Saturday, May 21, 2005
Julius Kibet, last year's Male Open Division winner from Kenya, and female runner-up Kim Saddic have entered the 29th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk, which takes place one week from today in Wheeling.

20K Classic Events Set to Begin May 27
Sunday, May 15, 2005
As in past years, runners of all ages will be strutting their stuff on Friday, May 27, the eve of the 29th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk in Wheeling.

Debbie Green Memorial 5K Lands First Title Sponsor
Sunday, May 15, 2005
"The Race for a Reason" now has its first title sponsor. The eighth annual Debbie Green Memorial 5K Run/Walk for Leukemia will be brought to you by Comcast this summer on Saturday, Aug. 6.

Volunteers Learn to Dispense Aid
Saturday, May 14, 2005
Volunteers on Friday learned how to properly dispense aid and encouragement to participants in the upcoming 29th Annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic.

Ogden Race a Family Affair For Some
Sunday, May 8, 2005
Memorial Day weekend means different things to different people. For the Romanek family of Wheeling, America's unofficial start to summer signifies one thing - racing. And they're not talking about a race of the four-wheel variety made popular on a brick track in southern Indiana.

"Boston Billy" Returning for Ogden 20K Weekend
Sunday, May 8, 2005
Bill Rodgers, America's ""King of the Roads'' during the road racing boom of the 1970s and 80s, is a history buff when it comes to his sport. And history is one of the main reasons ""Boston Billy'' keeps coming back to Wheeling for The Ogden Newspapers 20K Run and Walk.

OV Runners & Walkers Club Happy to Help
Saturday, May 7, 2005
The weekend of the Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk is a big one for many members of the Ohio Valley Road Runners & Walkers Club.

Healthy Ricky Moore Ready to Hit the Roads Again
Sunday, May 1, 2005
Because of past commitments to his high school and college track teams this time of the year, Wheeling's Ricky Moore has been able to compete in The Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and walk on just two occasions.

Ready to Run?
Sunday, April 24, 2005
With about five weeks left until the 29th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk, race organizers are making sure all participants understand the new course layout.

City Races To Pave Trail Portion
Monday, April 18, 2005
The latest portion of the city's Heritage Trail is just steps away from completion. A stone base is being set on the newest section of the Heritage Trail in preparation for pavement. City Engineer Conrad Slanina said he expects the actual paving work to start soon.

Construction Alters Race
Sunday, March 27, 2005
Concerns for the safety of the runners and walkers due to ongoing construction along National Road resulted in a decision to alter the course for the 29th annual The Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic on Saturday, May 28, in Wheeling. The decision was announced following discussions among officials from the race committee.

Smoking Ban OK'd in Ohio County
Friday, March 25, 2005
By summer, patrons of bars and restaurants in Ohio County no longer will be able to light up with their drinks or dinner. On Thursday, the Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health unanimously adopted a new clean indoor air regulation that prohibits smoking in restaurants and bars throughout the county. The new regulation will take effect Friday, May 27. However, not all members of the audience expressed support of the issue nor of the regulation.

Ogden 20K Entry Forms Available
Sunday, February 20, 2005
Entry forms are in the mail and registration is under way for the 29th annual Ogden 20K Classic Run and Walk to take place May 28 in downtown Wheeling. Race director Howard Corcoran pointed out late last week that forms have been mailed to every runner and walker who participated in this event over the past three years.

5K Team Cup Set For May
Sunday, February 5, 2005
Participation from industry, business and education will be spotlighted in the Ogden Newspapers 5K Team Cup to be introduced as part of the 29th annual Ogden 20K Classic Run and Walk festivities on Saturday, May 28, in Wheeling.

Preparations on Course for 20K Classic
Sunday, January 30, 2005
Preparations are well under way for the 29th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk to be held Saturday, May 28, in Wheeling.

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