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• Louisiana Marathon to mark 100th race for hobby runner Play Video

  January 14, 2022 10:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE - In the crowd of thousands expected to participate, Sunday's Louisiana Marathon will mark a milestone for one Texas runner. "My goal is upright, uninjured, and official," Sheila Lewis said. "And then have fun along the way." While it will be the first time she's participated... more »

• Louisiana Marathon postponed until March 6-7

  December 22, 2020 10:51 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Organizers of the Louisiana Marathon announced Tuesday (Dec. 22) that the upcoming event has been postponed and assigned a new date. The popular event, which typically takes place in January, is now scheduled for March 6-7, 2021. Organizers issued a statement regarding their decision, saying:... more »

• List of area road closures during Louisiana Marathon Play Video

  January 12, 2018 8:04 AM

  BATON ROUGE - As runners get ready for the 7th annual Louisiana Marathon this Sunday, residents should be aware of a few road closures for when the race begins. At 7 a.m. on January 14, the following roadways will be blocked off until after the races have ended: ... more »

• Ainsley's Angels break down barriers at Louisiana Marathon

  January 15, 2017 11:40 PM

  BATON ROUGE – A race like the Louisiana Marathon can bring together strangers for a common cause. And the perfect vehicle for that cause is Ainsley’s Angels who pair up able bodied runners with those who can’t. Anastacia Wartmann is an 11-year-old from Virginia who is fighting arthritis at... more »

• Runners ready for 6th Louisiana Marathon Play Video

  January 12, 2017 7:05 PM

  BATON ROUGE – Commercial ice boxes are in place, tents are up and the barricades are stacked and ready to block traffic for the sixth Louisiana Marathon Weekend Friday. “Sunday, when we have our featured marathon, we should have large crowds, cheering and thousands of runners running,” marathon organizer... more »

• Kevin Castille taking advantage of second lease on life, racing Play Video

  January 18, 2016 12:01 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Kevin Castille set a new record in the Louisiana Half Marathon on Sunday, finishing the 13.1 miles in 1:07:53. It's hardly his greatest accomplishement. The one-time drug dealer turned Olympic hopeful, Castille has found the fountain of youth at 43 years old, and is performing... more »

• Louisiana Marathon starts off with Quarter, 5k and kids' events Play Video

  January 17, 2016 12:25 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana Marathon weekend began under blue skies and winners in 6 events Saturday, as men and women took medals in the Quarter Marathon, 5k, and kids' marathon. In the Quarter, Keith Kotar took the men's title with 35:12 and Cierra Theriot won the women's in... more »

• Students 'Thrive' by participating in Louisiana Marathon Play Video

  January 15, 2016 12:13 AM

  BATON ROUGE - With Louisiana Marathon weekend underway, there are plenty of charitable causes to help lots of different groups enjoy the thrill of the race. And it's not just adults. Through the Sponsor a Kid program, runners had the option to donate the running fee for kids... more »