Publix partners with Special Olympics Florida to benefit local athletes Videos and last updated 2021-01-11 00:59:33-05 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) â The pandemic is still putting a strain on hundreds of organizations, including the Special Olympics. Now, Publix has said that their Torch Icon fundraiser is more important than ever. Special Olympics Florida partners with the grocery chain every year. The money they raise goes toward travel, health services and training for athletes. Timothy Hodgins, a Special Olympic athlete from Tallahassee said without the help, he wouldn't have...