Dedicated runners battled the heat Wednesday to carry the torch for the Law Enforcement Special Olympic Torch Run through Junction City from Grant Ave. to Heritage Park. The goal was to awareness and support Special Olympics.
Police Chief John Lamb noted that it was extremely hot but they worked together and got through it together. "The Torch Run is law enforcement's way of helping out special Olympics to raise money and awareness about Special Olympics so that they have funding to train and to also travel to the different venues to compete. "
There was representation from Junction City Police and Grandview Plaza Police Departments plus the Geary County Sheriff's Department plus other community members and leaders. "We had over about 30-35 runners. If I recall this was the highest number we have had in awhile.
The run started at 11:02 a.m. but included stops to thank children by Washington Elementary School and Junction City municipal workers who were cheering on the runners, before it ended about 11:40 a.m. Wednesday.