I know our blog is more about local running than the world of running, but there is a tragedy occurring right now that id destroying some of the most gifted runners on the planet. Some of you may not be interested in this story, but I know some of you are. 
In December, Kenya held their elections. The results of the elections are very much in question, and have caused some long time tribal riffs to resurface. The end result has been vicious and deadly violence in a country that produces countless world class runners. It seems that attacking runners (a person of status) is a way to hurt the most and gain the most attention. Sadly, Wesly Ngetich became the latest victim to the ethnic violence yesterday when he has shot in the chest with an arrow during fighting in his hometown of Trans Mara. Ngetich, won Grandma's Marathon two of the last three years, including 2007 when Ryan, Frank, Ursula, Tracy, and I participated in the races.
Truly another sad day for the running world, as one of the most talented people on the planet lost his life, and knowing many more are still at risk. We so often take for granted the things we have as Americans. Enjoy your run today and be thankful for the safety of your surroundings.
For a summary on the violence in Kenya visit marathonguide. For more information on Ngetich, you ran read the article at TwinCities.com.
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