Waking up early, packing the bags, and making a nearly 40 mile drive into Lincoln is the norm for this community in Gage County. In this episode, we explore the Beatrice Special Olympics and the supportive community.

Produced by KRNU Studios

Written, voiced and edited by Samantha Grove and Nicholas Murphy

Thank you to Michelle Salberg, Brielle Salberg, Heather Humphrey Cullison, Dylan Cullison, Vickie Detter and Natasha Nisbitt.

Additional audio:

Primary music - “Critically Ill” FineTune Music Adobe Stock Asset ID: #481059801

Secondary music - "Swimming Lessons" Youtube Audio Library by Bail Bonds