Special Olympics kick off in Whitefish

Special Olympics athletes from across the state have converged on Whitefish.

Olympians took part in a parade up Central Avenue in Whitefish on Sunday afternoon.

The parade was part of the opening ceremony for the Montana Winter Special Olympics that included teams from across the state as well as cars and trucks driven by local first responders.

Special Olympics athletes engaged in competition Monday at Whitefish Mountain Resort and Grouse Mountain. The games wrap up today with more competition and awards ceremonies.