Target Iditarod Teacher on the Trail^™ She's Home in Nome

by Jane Blaile

Melissa Owens, a Nome native, who turned 18 just a few weeks ago, on February 18, crossed the finish line this morning. She was down to 6 dogs and she was looking dazed and exhausted, so the enthusiastic and loudly cheering crowd must have been a boost for her.

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