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WINNING SMILES!
Jamaican track athlete Christopher Taylor (second right) takes a selfie photo with students from Ardenne High during the press launch of the third annual Ardenne Alumni Foundation 5k Run/Walk at the institution on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. The 5k Run/Walk is scheduled to be held on February 1.
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January 17, 2026

WINNING SMILES!

Jamaican track athlete Christopher Taylor (second right) takes a selfie photo with students from Ardenne High during the press launch of the third annual Ardenne Alumni Foundation 5k Run/Walk at the institution on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

The 5k Run/Walk is scheduled to be held on February 1.

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