A Special Run
The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run brought lots of lights and sirens to the Capitol Courtyard as dozens of police motorcycles escorted the huge group of runners to the Capitol. The runners were local police officers who carried the Flame of Hope through Tallahassee on its way to Orlando for the Special Olympic State Games on May 15 and 16 that will be held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
Law enforcement officers carry the torch into the Capitol Courtyard.
Attorney General Pam Bondi emceed the ceremony. Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) Director Barbara Palmer joined the large crowd on the steps of the Old Capitol for the check presentation from Publix to Special Olympics. APD Director Palmer encouraged the athletes and asked them to thank the people who are supporting them with their competitions.
APD Director Barbara Palmer speaks during the ceremony.
The crowd applauds AG Pam Bondi's comments.
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