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Photos: The Twin Cities Marathon still has a few surprises

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First wave prepares to start
The first wave of runners prepare to start.
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A first-time marathon racer from North Carolina and a finish-line proposal were just a few of the highlights on Sunday at this year's Twin Cities Marathon.

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Engaged at the finish line.
Hecht and Lahr hugged after getting engaged the moment after they crossed the finish line.
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First wave prepares to start
The first wave of runners prepare to start.
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Spectators border Sixth Street
Spectators border Sixth Street downtown Minneapolis before the start of the Twin Cities Marathon.
Bridget Bennett / MPR News