Brave the chilly wave for Special Olympics Virginia at New River Polar Plunge

This Saturday take an icy dip to raise money for Special Olympics athletes

RADFORD, Va. – Participate in a chilly thrill for a great cause.

The annual New River Polar Plunge is Feb. 22. Teams take an icy dip into Dudley’s Landing in Radford to raise money in support of Special Olympics Virginia.

It’s $100 to take the plunge. If you don’t want to plunge but still want to support you can just donate.

The fundraising goal is $55,500.

With the help of the generous community as a New River Polar Plunge partner, 10 News has raised more than $5,000 so far.

To learn more on how to brave the wave or donate, click here.


About the Author:

Megan Woods is thrilled to be back home and reporting at Local 4. She joined the team in September 2021. Before returning to Michigan, Megan reported at stations across the country including Northern Michigan, Southwest Louisiana and a sister station in Southwest Virginia.