special olympics

May 7, 2015 | Krista Brick

Five Things to Know Today, May 7, in Montgomery County

Here’s your daily rundown of the events and stories that people are talking about today, May 7, in Montgomery County: 1. Wellness: County Executive Ike Leggett will speak at the 6th Annual “To Life Health & Wellness Expo” today. Here are some details about the event. 2. Congrats Grads: A record number of graduates are being […]

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May 6, 2015 | Staff Writer

Cheers of Joy Fundraiser Set for May 8 (VIDEO)

Local filmmaker Nancy Frohman is producing and directing a documentary titled “Cheers of Joy: Road to the Special Olympics World Games.” For the past year Frohman has been filming Montgomery County’s JOY Cheerleading Squad as they work to send a team to the next Special Olympics World Games. The World Games take place in Los […]

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February 6, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Terrel Limerick: Special Olympics Maryland Athlete of the Month (PHOTO)

Special Olympics Maryland (SOMD) today announced that Terrel Limerick of Rockville has been named the February Athlete of the Month. “We are extremely proud of the hard work and dedication that Terrel has put into becoming a stellar athlete and stand-up member of his community,” says Jim Schmutz, President and CEO of Special Olympics Maryland, […]

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January 7, 2014 | Valerie Bonk

Alpine Skiers Prepare for Special Olympics Winter Games

Winter sports are well underway, and for one group of skiers in Montgomery County, it’s time to buckle down and prepare for the biggest competition of the year. Members of the Special Olympics of Montgomery County Alpine Ski team have been practicing at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg since early November, gearing up for the State qualifying […]

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January 20, 2013 | Staff Writer

Help Rockville Police Give Back (Video)

Rockville City Police Department (RCPD) will participate in the 18th annual Chesapeake Bay Polar Bear Plunge to raise money for Special Olympics. The event will take place at Sandy Point State Park on Jan. 25 from 1 to 3 p.m. This is the fifth year Rockville Police has participated in this special event. The 18th […]

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December 8, 2012 | Staff Writer

“We’re Freezing for a Reason” (Video)

Rockville Police Department will participate in the annual Chesapeake Bay Polar Bear Plunge in January to raise money for Special Olympics. The event will take place at Sandy Point State Park on January 26. Take a look at what they are in for: Visit our PEG partner Rockville11 to view more of its programming. Please […]

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