LETR Officer Wins Distinguished Service Medal

Normal Police Detective & Torch Run Officer, Wins Distinguished Service Medal by the Presidential Service Center for her work with Special Olympics Illinois This June, for the Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games, the Law Enforcement Torch Run ceremoniously runs the torches from all points around the state to the 10,000+ athletes, coaches, volunteers, families at…

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Pontiac Respect Day Video

Pontiac High School produced this awesome video in recognition of Spread the Word to End the Word day. These kids put words into action and walk the walk of inclusion and respect for all. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNoQRx5J5t8…

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2 Illinois Softball Teams Compete at SONA Invitational Tournament

Special Olympics Illinois was represented by 26 athletes and Unified partners on two softball teams at the 2016 Special Olympics North America Softball Invitational Tournament Aug. 18-21 in Roanoke, Va. Representing Illinois were: Tri-County Unified of Peoria (pictured above) – Athletes and Partners: Chad Broomfield, Darren Darr, Thomas Dault, Bernard Harms, Logan Heberer, Stephen Knipmeyer, Steve Lawson,…

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