Wednesday, May 28, 2014

PRESS RELEASE FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS

2014 Law Enforcement Torch Run
Calvert County, Maryland

            On June 3rd, the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting the annual Maryland Law Enforcement Torch Run Event for Special Olympics.  Law Enforcement agencies, to include Calvert County Sheriff’s Deputies, Maryland State Police Troopers, Fire Marshal’s Officers and several others, will be running and biking approximately 20 miles in support of the Special Olympics.  Officers come together as athletes to support the Special Olympics and positive impact is extremely rewarding!
            Special Olympics Maryland is a year-round sports training and competition program for children and adults with disabilities.  Special Olympics serves 10,000 athletes around the states, offering over 20 different sports.
            Our goal for this year is to sell over $1000.00 in T-shirts and hats as direct proceeds to Special Olympics.  Thank you to everyone who has supported the Special Olympics cause by purchasing a T-shirt and/or hat.  If you would like to purchase a T-shirt or hat, please contact Ms. Sherry Draheim at the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office at 410-535-1600 Ext. 2450.