The Rock County Sheriff’s Office announced their collaboration with the Special Olympics Wisconsin to host the Rock County Final Leg of the Law Enforcement Torch Run on July 10.
According to the release, the events help to raise funds and support for Special Olympics Wisconsin. During these events, law enforcement officers carry the Special Olympics Torch across Wisconsin in recognition of Special Olympics Wisconsin games and tournaments.
Special Olympics Wisconsin provides year-round sports opportunities for more than 7,500 Wisconsin athletes, of any age and skill level, with intellectual disabilities.
The event will start at 10 a.m. with a brief opening ceremony in front of the Rock County Sheriff’s Office, 200 East U.S. Highway 14. At 10:15 a.m., participants will run from the Sheriff’s Office East U.S. Highway 14 to the parking lot of Jimmy John’s on 2929 Milton Avenue. The route is approximately 2-miles. After the run participants receive subs courtesy of Jimmy John’s.
The Sheriff’s Office said in a press release that they are inviting the public to attend this community event to show support for Special Olympics Wisconsin athletes and public safety personnel participating in the run. Community members can participate as a runner, walker, or spectator.
There is not an entry fee to register at the event and anyone wanting to run or walk in the event should arrive by 9:45 a.m. for onsite registration. Onsite registrants will complete a paper registration form.
Online registration is available at . The cost is $25 and includes an event t-shirt. Online registration closes July 5, 2023.
Challenge coins are available for purchase at a cost of $15 each at .
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