Special Olympics

There were big smiles and loud cheers from the onlookers when Great Northern Area Special Olympics athlete Eallen Sargent took to the winner's circle to receive awards for his performance in the day's events. Sargent, who was quiet most of the day, raised his arms and welcomed the applause.

Community members turned out in large numbers this week to support Great Northern Area Special Olympics. Thirty-five athletes were cheered on by more than 50 volunteers as well as parents and community members.

Many of the local competitors will travel to the statewide Special Olympics of Montana competitio...