(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.
Southern Indiana Truck Convoy Makes Donation to Make-a-Wish
The funds were raised during the 5th annual Southern Indiana Truck Convoy earlier this month.
Two Juveniles Arrested for Possessing a Weapon at School
The incident happened Monday at a northern Kentucky high school
Motorcyclists Clocked Doing Three Times the Legal Speed in 35 MPH Zone
The instance happened in Jennings County
Indiana Announces Statewide Tuition Freeze at Every Public College & University
The aim is to make college more affordable for students across the state.
President Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Indiana
Federal funding is available to individuals in areas affected by recent storms and flooding.
Gov. Braun Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Dolly Parton
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Come to the library and enjoy story time with Ms. Olivia!
at Lawrenceburg Library
Brad will be in person to answer your questions on health insurance and social security reform or anything you want to talk about.
at First Financial Bank & Atm
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!
The funds were raised during the 5th annual Southern Indiana Truck Convoy earlier this month.
The incident happened Monday at a northern Kentucky high school
The instance happened in Jennings County
Beginning with the 2026–27 school year, the IHSAA allows student-athletes to participate in certain personal branding activities
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