Torch Run lights way for Special Olympics

Manatee County law enforcement will light the torch for individuals with special needs this weekend.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics will be held at 5:30 p.m. April 9, at Manatee Technical College, 5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Lakewood Ranch.

Registration begins at 4 p.m. with a kids’ run at 5 p.m. and the 5K race at 5:30 p.m. There is a post-race cookout offered. Food for children under 5 costs $5 and non-runners cost $10. 

Registration is $30 for adults; $10 for police, fire and emergency medical services employees, veterans and military; or $5 for children. 

Register at runsignup.com.