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Varmint 5K and Half Marathon Draw Local Stars
In Burkes Garden the Varmint race weekend showcased top locals. Katie Burns-Carne won the women’s 5K in 21 47.2, with Emilee Ellison and Carrie Minarik close behind. Chris Whited added a sixth win this year in the men’s overall. Jordan Chang, Kimberly Chang and Evan Ferrell led the half marathon, while Bryce Paynter and family noted strong showings. Chang and Ferrell praised the course and scenery after hot conditions.
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Katie Burns-Carne
Christiansburg
Whited
Chang
Kristen Chang
Virginia Tech
Kristen
Kristen Herring
Newport News
Richlands
Evan Ferrell
Ferrell
King College
Bristol
Tenn
Rick
Burkes Garden
Brian Delp
Bluefield
Baltimore
Chang’s
Paynter
Ivan Paynter
Bryce
Ballard Christian Academy
Monroe County
Ivan
Blacksburg
Jordan Chang
Jordan
Peterstown
Bryce Paynter
Aaron Paynter
Chad Prunesti
Aaron