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Gainesville's Patti Minton tells story of traveling the world to conquer lofty marathon goal

Gainesville's Patti Minton holds her medal after completing the White Continent marathon in Antarctica. She has completed 153 marathons, including all 50 states, the District of Columbia and every continent. Photo courtesy Patti Minton

Gainesville's Patti Minton holds her medal after completing the White Continent marathon in Antarctica. She has completed 153 marathons, including all 50 states, the District of Columbia and every continent. Photo courtesy Patti Minton

Former teacher turned flight attendant completed a marathon in every state before tackling the last stage of her ambitious goal.

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