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Local race goes to the top

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  • By Angela Woolen
  • Robins Public Affairs
In the U.S. there are more than 1,100 marathons to choose from.

Being listed as a "top 50 U.S. road race to attempt in your lifetime" by the travel website www.holidaylettings.com, which is part of TripAdvisor, is quite an achievement for the Museum of Aviation Foundation Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K Race.

The race, held in January, hosted 900 runners and is a qualifying event for the Boston Marathon.

"We've always known it was a unique and fantastic event," said Chrissy Miner, president and chief operating officer for the foundation.

The race marked its 20th year and what better way to celebrate than with national, possible international, recognition.

"We found out last week, and we are thrilled," Miner said.