(Versailles, Ind.) - The Indiana Special Olympics Polar Plunge at the Versailles State Park raised a lot of money.
Plungers splashed into the ice-cold water at the park on Saturday, all to raise money for special olympians in Indiana.
The preliminary event fundraising total was $47,600, well over the 2011 total of $38,273, according to event organizer Greg Townsend.
Participation was also up this year as nearly 190 people took the plunge. Another 60 ran in the Polar Climb 5K.
Mandatory Evacuation Order Issued for Dearborn Co. Residents Near Whitewater River
Due to significant flooding
Gov. Braun Declares Statewide Disaster Emergency Due to Flooding, Tornadic Activity
The disaster emergency is in effect for 30 days.
Town of Versailles Receives Grants to Improve Roadway Safety, Water Infrastructure
The community is asked to complete a public survey regarding road safety
United Way Helps 534 Local Kindergarten Students Start Strong
Students received a book and other goodies as they begin the transition to school.
North Vernon Man Arrested on Rape and Child Molesting Charges
The charges stem from alleged sexual abuse that occurred over a period of years.
Rescue Efforts Underway in Laurel
If you need assistance extracting, please call dispatch or 911
Our Dolly Parton stand-up is making her rounds to participating local businesses all summer long! Send in your selfie with Dolly for a chance to win!
Join Hoosier author Janis Thornton for answers to true crime Hoosier mysteries.
at Lawrenceburg Library
BENEFIT AND GUN RAFFLE ALONG WITH ATV AND JEEP RIDE
at New Marion Fire DepartmentDue to significant flooding
The disaster emergency is in effect for 30 days.
The community is asked to complete a public survey regarding road safety
The Trojans will host Lawrenceburg to kick off the season on Friday, August 21.
A familiar face takes over the program
IHSAA Girls Golf State Preview took place on Monday in Carmel
