(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.
Dearborn County EMA Releases Weather Event Details
Crews are working to make sure everyone is accounted for, to restore electric and clear roadways.
Thousands Without Power Across Southeast Indiana
According to Duke Energy the estimated time of power restoration for most customers is 12:15 A.M.
Report of Tornado on the Ground in West Harrison
The report came from Dearborn County Dispatch.
National Weather Service Issues a Severe Thunderstorm Warning
The storm is capable of producing wind gusts up to 70 miles per hour.
Milan Agriculture Program Receives Grant for Growing from National FFA Organization
The funding will support the purchase of new equipment to be incorporated into agriculture classes throughout the school year
Multi-Vehicle Accident Reported on U.S. 50 in Aurora
The collision took place near Sycamore Estates Drive
Join us on Tuesday evenings from 5 to 8 PM for 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons. Welcome to new players and veterans alike!
at Lawrenceburg Library
Join a group playing Mah Jogg and learning together. All skill levels welcome- even if you never played before!
at Lawrenceburg LibraryCrews are working to make sure everyone is accounted for, to restore electric and clear roadways.
According to Duke Energy the estimated time of power restoration for most customers is 12:15 A.M.
The report came from Dearborn County Dispatch.
IHSAA Girls Golf State Preview took place on Monday in Carmel
Week 1 begins August 21
After five races, the 2026 Southeastern Indiana Racing Circuit has come to an end
