Photos: The Twin Cities Marathon still has a few surprises

First wave prepares to start
The first wave of runners prepare to start.
Andy Clayton-King / AP

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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