(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.
Online Ride Wristband Sales Open for Aurora Farmers Fair
The Aurora Farmers Fair runs September 30 - October 3
Two Dead in Decatur Co. Structure Fire
Multiple agencies responded to the fire early Sunday morning.
Local Groups Work Together for Suicide Prevention
A Cruise-In for PTSD and Suicide Prevention is set for Sept. 26 at 4 Speed on 50s Diner
Litter Clean-up Set for September 12 on Georgetown Road
Volunteers are needed.
Child Solicitation Investigation Leads to Arrest and Conviction
Sentencing was handed down last week
FEMA Reps in Laurel This Week to Assist Disaster Survivors
Representatives will provide in-person assistance, answer questions and help homeowners and renters apply for FEMA’s Individual Assistance program.
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!
In this challenge, you will have one hour to complete a design based on the theme.
at North Dearborn Branch LibraryThe Aurora Farmers Fair runs September 30 - October 3
Multiple agencies responded to the fire early Sunday morning.
A Cruise-In for PTSD and Suicide Prevention is set for Sept. 26 at 4 Speed on 50s Diner
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South Ripley's Claire Samples was among seven that were recognized with weekly honors.
