Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst and Law Enforcement Torch Run officers will kick off the last leg of the Special Olympics Texas Torch Run on Wednesday, May 16, at 9 a.m. on the south steps of the State Capitol. Law enforcement officers and TDCJ personnel from around the state will run from the Capitol steps through downtown Austin with SOTX athletes and supporters.

The torch will then pass through all 19 areas of SOTX, arriving in Arlington in time for the statewide Summer Games, which will be held at the University of Texas-Arlington, May 24-27.

For more information about the kickoff or volunteer opportunities with Special Olympics Texas, contact the Central Texas area office at 512.491.2927.

About the Law Enforcement Torch Run
The Law Enforcement Torch Run is Special Olympics' largest grass-roots fundraiser and public awareness vehicle.  In Texas, the Law Enforcement Torch Run began in 1985 and has grown to become one of the largest in the nation.  In the last decade, Torch Run has contributed over $11 million through the dedication of thousands of law enforcement personnel fundraising on behalf of SOTX.  The support provided by this dedicated group has contributed greatly to programs in local communities, which involve more than 44,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities throughout the state.

About Special Olympics Texas
Special Olympics Texas (SOTX) is a privately funded non-profit organization that changes lives through the power of sport by encouraging and empowering people with intellectual disabilities, promoting acceptance for all, and fostering communities of understanding and respect.  SOTX provides continuing opportunities for more than 44,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities throughout the Lone Star State to realize their potential, develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage and experience joy and friendship.  To learn more, visit www.specialolympicstexas.org or call 800.876.5646.  Engage with us on: Twitter @SOTexas; fb.com/SpecialOlympicsTX; youtube.com/specialolympicstexas.

Co-Sponsors:
Coca-Cola Refreshments, Food Town, H-E-B Tournament of Champions
Charitable Trust and the Law Enforcement Torch Run