By Randy Furst From Star Tribune MINNEAPOLIS—Thousands of athletes and fans will gather in the Twin Cities in June 2026 for the Special Olympics USA games, held every four years in the United States for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Gov. Tim Walz made the announcement Friday at the University of Minnesota’s Huntington Bank Stadium, where he was joined by U President Joan Gabel, UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and Dave Dorn, president and CEO of Special Olympics Minnesota. Walz said it will be the single largest sporting event to take place in the United States in 2026 and will showcase the state’s commitment to inclusion and “that every single person can thrive.” ...
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Twin Cities Chosen as Host of 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
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Twin Cities Chosen as Host of 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
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