(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Long time runner Rick Ortenburger of Draper, pictured alongside his wife Elfi plans to run the Salt Lake Marathon 10k on Saturday just before his 9th infusion of immunotherapy after being diagnosed with melanoma and receiving a skin graft in July. He and his wife are part of a group that raises money for cancer research, specifically for the Hunstman Cancer Center, both competing in various events throughout the year, but this year is special as Rick puts on his running shoes once again following this challenging period in his life.
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