Flame of Hope Runs Through Santa Barbara

The Flame of Hope is blazing through South Santa Barbara County on Tuesday, June 2nd, as over 3,000 law enforcement officers from agencies like Highway Patrol, UC Santa Barbara Police, and the Sheriff’s Office unite to support Special Olympics athletes. The torch stops at the Santa Barbara Police Department at 1:15 PM, where Chief Kelly Gordon and Special Olympics reps will speak. Started in 1981, this annual event is more than a run—it’s a powerful symbol of community, inclusion, and solidarity, honoring the athletes and reminding everyone why service matters. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b099e3f1387b9497