Zhang, Dinneen win coveted Marli titles as hundreds brave the elements to continue 75-year tradition (PHOTOS)

This year’s Marli Run was undoubtedly well-earned if it ends up in the record books with an asterisk.

For the first time in its storied 75-year history, the race was held outside of Clove Lakes Park. It began on Thanksgiving morning on the Midland Beach Boardwalk in harsh weather, with freezing temperatures and strong winds contributing to an exceptionally low turnout. However, it was clear that more than 300 local residents were in attendance, and it would take more than that to turn them away.

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