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EC Marathon takes off

The Eau Claire marathon takes over downtown
Byline photo of Godwin Agbara
Story by Godwin Agbara, Staff Writer • April 30, 2024
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The Eau Claire Marathon kicked off at 7 a.m. on Sunday, April 28.

Agbara can be reached at agbarac5401@uwec.edu

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