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RUNNING FAMILY

Father, Daughter Enjoy Special Running Relationship

By Paul Boyd

Posted: December 9, 2012 at 3:15 a.m.

Jason Ivester
 Manuel Barnes and his daughter, Jessi Barnes, are both avid — and winning — runners.

Running has been a passion Manuel Barnes shared with friends and family for years, but that bond has taken a unique turn with his daughter, Jessi.

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