Special Olympics North Carolina recognized Lana Foster as Athlete of the Year and Reece Williams with the Billy Quick Athlete Leadership Award during its Summer Games ceremony in May. Both honorees have demonstrated long-term commitment through competition, volunteerism, advocacy work,…
The Flame of Hope will cross North Carolina this May ahead of the Special Olympics Summer Games set for late month in Raleigh. Law enforcement officers will carry out relays…
Fonz Hyman will compete at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games representing North Carolina in basketball. Supported by family and friends traveling with him, Hyman credits community backing for his…
The Law Enforcement Torch Run honored outstanding individuals and agencies supporting Special Olympics North Carolina at its annual conference. Awards recognized achievements in fundraising, leadership, community outreach, and athlete participation.
Dean Hall will represent North Carolina in powerlifting at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games after years of dedication through Special Olympics North Carolina programs. Supported by family foundations and…
Rio Byrd will represent North Carolina at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis. Her story is featured in a new series highlighting athletes’ connections to their communities and…
Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) has announced a partnership with Dunkin’ Donuts for the Community Cups Icon Campaign, scheduled to run from April 12 to April 30, 2026.
For the second time in its 16-year history, Jersey Mike’s Month of Giving campaign will focus on a single cause nationwide.
Nearly 160 athletes from five southeastern states participated in the Special Olympics Southeast U.S. Winter Games for Alpine Skiing and Snowboarding, held at Appalachian Ski Mountain from February 8 to…
The organizers of the Guilford/Greensboro Spring Games have provided instructions for schools and organizations participating in the event.
The Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) has launched a new series titled “Carrying North Carolina With Me,” which highlights the journeys of athletes representing the state at the 2026 Special…
At the 2025 Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) Fall Tournament in Charlotte, which took place from November 13 to 15, Harry Martz of Special Olympics Mecklenburg County was awarded the…
Special Olympics North Carolina will once again collaborate with Publix for the 2026 campaign.
When 10-year-old Raegan Hornung enters the arena with her horse Lars, she and her equine partner form a team built on confidence and connection.
Special Olympics North Carolina athlete Paige Soderman has received the 2025 Dan Piper Award at the NYC Buddy Walk.
On a recent summer afternoon in North Carolina, coaches, athletes, and Unified partners gathered for more than just a soccer match.
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