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Health & Science Shepherd Snyder,

Blind Jefferson County Runner Races For Gold

Jefferson County resident Keryl Rustin is an avid 5K runner, recently winning a gold medal at the West Virginia Senior Sports Classic and also qualifying for the National Senior Games after competing in the Maryland Senior Olympics. What makes her stand out, though, is that she’s successful despite having lost her ability to see.

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WVPB News Liz McCormick,

Running, History, & Community - Harpers Ferry Race Attracts Hundreds

There’s a group based in Jefferson County, West Virginia focused not only on improving health and wellness but also on incorporating the local community…

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WVPB News Suzanne Higgins,

He’ll Make You Want to Lace Up Those Running Shoes

Last fall Bill Warner of Beckley was running through the woods of Thurmond when suddenly he noticed “a big ole black bear” just 10-12 feet away.“I set a…

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WVPB News Cecelia Mason,

Shutdown may affect upcoming marathon

The federal government shutdown could possibly impact the upcoming Freedom’s Run marathon in the Eastern Panhandle if the shutdown is still going on at…

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