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Sarasota Sheriff's Office to Take Part in Torch Run for Special Olympics
April 7, 2026
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office will participate in the 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics on Friday, April 17, 2026. The event is part of an annual nationwide effort to raise awareness and funds for Special Olympics Florida, an organization that provides athletic opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Members of the sheriff's office and Special Olympics athletes will begin the run at 8:00 a.m. at Gulf Gate Pavilion. The route will head north along U.S. 41 and conclude at Bay Plaza on Bay Road.
Motorists should anticipate possible traffic delays along U.S. 41 between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Authorities recommend that drivers avoid the area during that time or allow extra travel time.