Stoney Cooper, a former Los Angeles police officer, is at a low point in his life. Kicked off the force because of his anti-authority attitude, he now ekes out a living as a freelancer in New York.

The Cooper River Bridge Run is hosting the annual Kids Run and Family Festival at Stoney Field slated for late September. Starting at 1 p.m. on Sept. 29 and running until 5 pm., families can enjoy ...