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turning onto Main Street toward Veterans Memorial Park. These were no commonplace joggers; these were Guardians of the Special Olympics Flame of Hope.

"This is a dream come true, and I'm honored to represent our community on the world stage," said Odessa PD Captain Caleb ...

A member of New Mexico law enforcement will be heading to Italy next month to take part in ceremonies for the Special ...

The Algonquin chief is among 86 police officers worldwide selected to carry the Flame of Hope from Greece to Turin. The goal of the run is to raise awareness of and donations for the Special Olympics.