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2006 Ogden Newspapers 20K Stories

Ogden 20K Classic director says solid numbers point to bright future
Sunday, June 11, 2006
For the fifth straight year the number of participants in the events for The Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk showed an increase, according to race director Howard V. Corcoran of Wheeling.

2006 Race Tab
Thursday, May 24, 2006
The Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic 30th Anniversary Race Tab.

Bennett Wins Mile
Sunday, May 28, 2006
Fifteen-year-old Jason Bennett, a freshman member of the Wheeling Park High School track team, led the Ogden Mile for only 50 meters Friday night in downtown Wheeling. But it was the right 50 meters.

Another Ogden 20K Classic in the Books
Sunday, May 28, 2006
Experience paid off for Isaac Arusei in Wheeling Saturday morning as the 29-year-old Kenyan ran away from the field in the 30th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic.

ChampionChip Founder Has Run 77,000 Miles in 28 Years
Sunday, May 28, 2006
Timing is everything for S. Mark Courtney. Known in many road racing circles for not only his running accomplishments — which are almost too many to count — but also because of his ChampionChip timing business, Courtney is a man who is deeply connected with the sport.

Local Runner Ricky Moore Finishes Fifth
Sunday, May 28, 2006
After finishing a strong second in last year’s Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic, Ricky Moore’s goal was to finish Saturday’s 30th anniversary run in the winners’ circle.

Onlookers Pack The Streets For Annual Race
Sunday, May 28, 2006
Spectators from throughout the tri-state region lined the streets of the Friendly City on Saturday for the 30th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic.

20K Classic Has Become Tradition
Saturday, May 27, 2006
Ohio Valley residents have demanding standards when it comes to traditions. We demand not just longevity but also excellence in our traditions, ranging from high school football rivalries to ethnic food celebrations.

Tots Trot Even With Damp Toes
Saturday, May 27, 2006
The sun appeared just in time Friday to shine on what may be the cutest annual race ever.The Ogden Tiny Tot Trot nearly was forced to be conducted inside WesBanco Arena because of a rain storm.

Today is Race Day
Saturday, May 27, 2006
With Friday night’s showers out of the way, hundreds of runners and walkers will be hitting the streets of Wheeling this morning in the 30th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic.

20K’s Youngest Participant to Run Again, 27 Years Later
Friday, May 26, 2006
In 1979, Greg Miller of Rayland, became the youngest person ever to run in the Ogden 20K Classic Race. Now, 27 years later, Miller will lace up once again and tackle the 12.4-mile challenge.

Police and Fire Departments Prepared for Race Weekend
Friday, May 26, 2006
Preparing for the annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic has become routine for Wheeling police Lt. Randy Rejonis and city fire Chief Steve Johnston.

2006 Pre-Race Tab
Thursday, May 24, 2006
The Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic 30th Anniversary Pre-Race Tab.

Ogden 20K Classic Will Be Wild Ride for Two Children
Thursday, May 24, 2006
The Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic will be a fun three-wheeled ride for two very special children this Saturday.Mark Simala, a member of the Brooke County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 101, will be participating in the race while pushing an Easter Seals client and his own son in a donated special needs-designed jogging wheelchair from the Dreamer Design Co.

Volunteers Aid, Encourage
Wednesday, May 24, 2006
Receiving a free T-shirt is nice, but that’s not the reason 440 people are volunteering their Saturday this week for the 30th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic, said Robert Scatterday, co-chairman of the event.

Newspaper Employees Add Classic to Duties
Wednesday, May 24, 2006
Ogden Newspapers employees are involved in every facet of the Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic, scheduled for Saturday in downtown Wheeling.Newspaper employees design and distribute race applications, order merchandise, organize the Ogden Tiny Tot Trot on Friday and man aid stations along the 20K Classic course.

Friday Night Is Focus on Future
Tuesday, May 23, 2006
The 30th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic is set for Saturday, but the streets of downtown Wheeling will be blocked off for fun on Friday night.The popular menu of Friday night events leads off with the Tiny Tot Trot at 6:45 p.m., followed by the Ogden Fun Run at 7 p.m. and the Ogden Mile at 7:15 p.m.

Wheeling Hospital Mans Medical Tent
Monday, May 22, 2006
Wheeling Hospital once again will provide aid and medical attention to those racers who may need it as they participate in the Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic on Saturday, May 27.

Athletes, Contributors To Be Honored
Sunday, May 21, 2006
Six well-known local runners and three contributors to the success of Wheeling’s world-recognized distance race have been selected as the third class of inductees into the Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Hall of Fame.

Ogden 20K Remains Big Draw
Sunday, May 21, 2006
As he finalized preparations for Saturday's 30th Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic late last week, race director Howard Corcoran took a few moments to look back at the first three decades of the prestigious event.

Running in the Family
Saturday, May 20, 2006
WHEELING — Running 12 miles early on a Saturday morning may not seem like the ideal way to kick off your Memorial Day weekend, but to me the Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic has become both a personal and a family tradition that I wouldn’t miss.

Ogden 20K Classic Web Site Makes Race Registration Easy
Friday, May 19, 2006
Race participants who use the Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Web site don’t have to run a marathon to sign up for the event. Those participants who prefer to register via the Internet can access the 30th annual Classic’s Web site, www.ogden20kclassic.com, and fill out all the proper forms.

Ogden 20K Classic Spurs Downtown Commerce
Thursday, May 18, 2006
WHEELING — Downtown Wheeling business managers say they always see a spike in sales during the annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic, scheduled this year for Saturday, May 27. The race brings participants — and potential customers — from all over the nation and the world, who travel to Wheeling to compete or watch the race.

Top Runners To Compete In Ogden 20K
Sunday, May 14, 2006
Julius Kibet, Kenyan-born winner of the 2004 and 2005 Ogden 20K Men’s Open championships, won’t be seeking a three-peat later this month, but this year’s field still includes an impressive array of top flight runners.

Race Day Nears: Wheeling Native Ready
Sunday, May 7, 2006
Wheeling's Ricky Moore made his first big splash - literally - as a professional road racer a year ago this month when he finished second in the 29th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic.

The Bottom Line: Ricky Moore
Sunday, May 7, 2006
Count Wheeling's Ricky Moore among those looking forward to the time when the Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic will be able to return to its old course.

20K Entry Forms Go Worldwide
Sunday, February 26, 2006
Runners worldwide now have access to entry forms and information concerning the 30th annual Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk to take place Saturday, May 27, in downtown Wheeling. Race Director Howard V. Corcoran pointed out that more than 12,000 entry forms will be mailed to potential runners and walkers.

Ogden 20K Classic Celebrates 30 Years
Sunday, February 5, 2006
Homage will be paid to the rich history of The Ogden Newspapers 20K Classic Run and Walk when the event is held for the 30th time on Saturday, May 27, in Wheeling. "We are bringing back the masters divisions for both men and women as one way to honor people who have been part of the race all these years," said race Director Howard V. Corcoran.

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