Keesler hosts Special Olympics

Published May 8, 2012
By 010512

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. -- For an update in changes due to inclement weather please call 228-377-0155.

Keesler is set to host the 2012 Special Olympics Mississippi games May 11-12.

Events will begin Friday, May 11 with the arrival of the "Flame of Hope" at noon then Opening Ceremonies will take place at 8 p.m. at the Levitow Training Support Facility.

Sporting events will begin Saturday, May 12 at 9 a.m. For a complete schedule, click here

Media interested in covering the events should contact Public Affairs at 228-377-2783 Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Afterhours coodination can be made through the oncall representatve at 228-669-7569.