The Boonville Polar Plunge brings added awareness to 'inclusion revolution'

February 03, 2020 by Earl Hopkins in Community

Nearly 100 high school students hurled into the frigid waters of Boonville's Scales Lake Friday in nervous excitement, as they stripped down to their bathing attire to participate in the Polar Plunge.

Rushing back to the beachfront, with their feet nearly ankle-deep in sand, they desperately reached for their towels and clothes for warmth.

But despite the chilling conditions, Mount Vernon student Blake Ritzert said he was thrilled to join others in the plunge to help Special Olympics Indiana athletes.

Warrick County school celebrates after winning county's first Blue Ribbon Schools award

January 07, 2020 by Earl Hopkins in Education, Community

Loge Elementary Principal Lynne Pierce was shocked to see a gymnasium full of students and faculty all thanking her for the work she's done to ensure the school's recent recognition.

As Pierce's emotions began to surface, they applauded from their bleacher seats in honor of her daily efforts, which led to Loge becoming the first school in Warrick County history to receive the National Blue Ribbon School award.