Signup begins for SSC special olympics

STENNIS SPACE CENTER, Miss. – The annual John C. Stennis Area III Special Olympics Track and Field Competitions is scheduled for March 19. Athletes must be at least eight years old, be mentally handicapped, and must have a current medical form on file with the Special Olympics. The event draws participants from Hancock, Harrison, Pearl River, and Stone counties. Athletes can sign up through their school's Special Education Office or by calling Penny Replogle at 228-343-1009 or 601-201-2103. She can be emailed at penawanda@aol.com. (Source: Stennis Space Center, 01/24/11)