LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – Law enforcement officers participated in the Special Olympics Texas Law Enforcement Torch Run this morning to mark the start of the Special Olympics Texas Summer Games competition.
Sheriff’s deputies met with members of Special Olympics Texas downtown for the torch run. The event is part of a statewide effort to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics athletes.
Officers will now head to Melissa, north of Dallas, for the state run.
The 2026 Special Olympics Summer Games start tomorrow and will feature track and field, soccer, tennis and gymnastics events.
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