From Lansing to Kenya, marathon organizer extends reach

WKAR Public Media | By Current State

Published December 12, 2013 at 5:16 PM EST

Organizers of the Lansing Marathon are already preparing for the third installment of the race next May. Along with the marathon, there will be a 5K race, a 1.5K race for kids, and a half-marathon.

Additionally, marathon officials have announced the Lansing Marathon Race Series leading up to the marathon. Each race will incorporate a unique part of the Lansing area, starting with the Old Town New Year 5K on New Year’s Eve.

All of the races support a charity called Lansing Moves the World. Dr. Owen Anderson is the founder of the Lansing Marathon and the CEO of Lansing Moves the World.

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