The Chesapeake Sheriff's Office carried the Flame of Hope on the final 4-mile leg of the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run on Thursday at Chesapeake City Park, raising $5,000 to fund sports and health programs for people with intellectual disabilities while additional donations are still accepted.
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On Wednesday, law enforcement ran a 4.2-mile course carrying the Flame of Hope from the Independence Center to Norfolk State University Police Department to support Special Olympics Virginia — the relay will continue this week with stops in Hampton, Newport News and Chesapeake.
Virginia officials urged residents to build emergency kits, review evacuation plans, and check flood insurance as hurricane season begins. Governor Spanberger and state emergency leaders discussed preparedness on Wednesday and advised local families to act before storms develop.
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