A roar went up as Megan Allan bolted through the sunlit back entrance to the Von Braun Center, just a few steps from her historic win in the 49th Rocket City Marathon.
Along with sticking to the plan and staying patient, runners in the 49th Rocket City Marathon had to stay mentally focused Sunday thanks to the brutally cold temperatures and wind.
Victor Kiprop and Leahrose Mami have lists of accolades longer than a Dollar General receipt. Both added to their honors Saturday morning in the 4th annual Rocket City Marathon 10K.
Just days before the 49th annual Rocket City Marathon races begin, the cold concrete floor and sterile walls of the Von Braun Center South Hall are empty. That changes quickly, though, with a flurry of activity.