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Special Athletes Take the Field at Metro Area Special Olympics

Hundreds of students and volunteers made their way to Rockwood Summit High School in Fenton for the annual competition.

Sarah Worner, Neighbor
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Rockwood Summit High School in Fenton was full of excited athletes Saturday as they competed in the 40th edition of the Special Olympics Missouri.

The Spring Games featured athletes competing in relay races, shot put, softball throws, high jump, and more.

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