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Bloom Hall of Famer Jan Johnson in Photos: Viewfinder

A look at the Heights native's career and life after pole vaulting.

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Yesterday, sports writer shared an exclusive interview with Olympia medalist Jan Johnson. Ryan spoke to Johnson about how he got into pole vaulting, what he's doing nowadays and what means to the hall of fame honoree.

In case you missed the great photos of Johnson's career, here's a second look via our weekly gallery, Viewfinder.

Come back to Chicago Heights Patch every Thursday at 1 p.m. for another edition of Viewfinder.

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