Windsor-Essex residents will have a chance to cheer on law enforcement on Wednesday as they raise money for Special Olympics Ontario.
The Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) will work its way through the region starting at 8:30 a.m. in Leamington.
"The Law Enforcement Torch Run is returning to Essex County, and we couldn't be more thrilled," said OPP Constable and Torch Run Coordinator Jim Chauvin. "Join us in supporting our athletes, this will help us fund them in showcasing their skills at various competitions. Whether it's honking your horn, giving high fives, or simply cheering from the sidelines, your support means the world to us. And if you're able, a donation to support the cause would be greatly appreciated."
The Torch Run is scheduled to run through Windsor-Essex at the following approximate times:
8:30 a.m. - Run begins in Leamington
9:00 a.m. - Kingsville
9:45 a.m. - Amherstburg
10:30 a.m. - LaSalle
11 a.m. - Windsor, for a social barbeque
12:45 p.m. - Tecumseh
1:15 p.m. - Lakeshore
2 p.m. - Essex, to be followed by a social at The Essex Legion
Donations will be accepted on Wednesday with cash or cheques made payable to "Ontario Special Olympics".
