Media Room
Press Releases
.JPG "Capitol Steps Kick-off Torch Lighting Ceremony and 9-hour Law Enforcement Torch Run® Marathon")
Capitol Steps Kick-off Torch Lighting Ceremony and 9-hour Law Enforcement Torch Run® Marathon
More than 60 uniformed police officers and law enforcement professionals, and dozens of Special Olympics Michigan athletes will gather at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 31 at the Capitol steps in Lansing for the Law Enforcement Torch Run® Capitol kick-off torch lighting ceremony leading up to the Special Olympics Michigan 2012 State Summer Games Presented by Spartan Stores. » Full Story
.jpg "Attention Athletes: Join the new athlete Facebook Group!")
Attention Athletes: Join the new athlete Facebook Group!
Special Olympics Michigan athletes are now invited to a private Facebook page as an avenue for interaction and feedback. » Full Story
.jpg "Project UNIFY brings Unified Bocce Tournament to the 2012 State Summer Games presented by Spartan Stores")
Project UNIFY brings Unified Bocce Tournament to the 2012 State Summer Games presented by Spartan Stores
On Thursday, May 31 from noon - 4 p.m. Project UNIFY® will bring together unified bocce teams from Project UNIFY® Schools to participate in our first Unified Bocce tournament. » Full Story
Young Athletes at 2012 State Summer Games Presented by Spartan Stores
Come support our Young Athletes during the Young Athletes™ Program Clinic at the 2012 State Summer Games presented by Spartan Stores! » Full Story
Special Olympics Athletes to Receive Free Health and Wellness Services at 2012 State Summer Games Presented by Spartan Stores
Healthy Athletes® Village at the 2012 State Summer Games Presented by Spartan Stores will provide all competing athletes with free health services in: eye care, dental care, exercise coaching, hearing screenings, health education, foot care and general physicals. Plus much more! » Full Story
.JPG "Rev It Up at the 2012 State Summer Games Presented by Spartan Stores!")
Rev It Up at the 2012 State Summer Games Presented by Spartan Stores!
Rev it Up at the 2012 State Summer Games presented by Spartan Stores! The 3rd annual motorcycle ride to benefit Special Olympics Michigan & Moose Charities! » Full Story
Special Olympian Wins 16th annual Muskie Derby with 54 inch Muskie!
During the 16th annual Muskie Derby on June 21, 2011, Special Olympics Michigan athlete reeled in the winning 54 inch Muskie! Get ready for the 17th annual Muskie Derby on June 25-26, 2012! » Full Story
Central Michigan University Students Raise Money for Athletes
As a class project, students in Foundations of Sports Management (PES 320) at Central Michigan University held a fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics Michigan. » Full Story
Announcements
News Stories
2012 State Summer Games Presented by Spartan Stores - Press Packet and Information
Everything you need to know about the 2012 State Summer Games presented by Spartan Stores on May 31 - June 2 on the campus of Central Michigan University. » Full Story
Special Olympics Michigan Honors and Thanks Applebee's for it's Fundraising
Applebee’s promotion raised funds and awareness for children and adults with Intellectual Disabilities » Full Story
.jpg "Water Warriors Make a Splash for Athletes with Check for More Than $59,000!")
Water Warriors Make a Splash for Athletes with Check for More Than $59,000!
During the Special Olympics Michigan April Conference, the generous and supportive members of the Water Warriors presented a check for more than $59,000 to Special Olympics Michigan athletes. » Full Story
Strategic Plan Brochure
As we wind down 2011 and prepare to enter 2012, we would like to share our vision with you. We are providing you with the Strategic Plan brochure. » Full Story
Upcoming Events
- 5/31: 2012 State Summer Games (Mount Pleasant)
- 6/1: Rev It Up 2012 (Mt. Pleasant, MI)
- 6/3: 1st annual Rons Carpet and Design Fundraiser (Macomb, MI 48042)
- 6/8: LETR Outback Luncheon (Saginaw, MI 48604)
- 6/12: REO 8th Annual Golf Outing (Northville, Michigan 48168)
- 6/23: Wertz Warriors 2012 Poker Ride
- 6/23: 2012 LETR Golf Outing (Weidman, MI 48893)
- 6/25: Amos Alonzo Golf Outing (Grand Rapids, MI 49512)
- 6/25: 2012 Charity Muskie Derby (Grosse Point Shores, Michigan)
- 7/19: 2012 State Softball and Golf Finals
