(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.
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Dearborn Co. Sheriff's Office Investigates Suspicious Activity in Bright
Currently, there is no direct threat in the area, but patrols have increased as a precaution.
Federal, State Leaders Break Ground on Historic Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project
The project is set to improve safety, local connectivity and national commerce.
One Injured in Paramotor Aircraft Crash
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Repaving Project Announced for Salt Fork Road
The project will require weekday closures.
U.S. 421 to Close Near Napoleon for Culvert Replacement
The project is set to begin on or after May 18.
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at North Dearborn LibraryThe exciting events are held twice a year.
Currently, there is no direct threat in the area, but patrols have increased as a precaution.
The project is set to improve safety, local connectivity and national commerce.
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The ORVC Golf Tournament was held at Sunrise Golf Course.
Milan is 19-4 this season.
