Knights of Columbus Polar Plungers “Go for the Cold” in a cold water plunge at Lakeland Lake, Lynchburg to support Special Olympics. Image: Steven Boyer/Contributed

On Saturday, the local Knights of Columbus at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church participated in a Polar Plunge in support of Special Olympics.

Special Olympics provides a unique opportunity for the physically and mentally challenged to participate in the competitive arena where everyone wins one way or another.

The goal to raise $1.2 million was surpassed this year in small part due to the Knights teaming up to participate in the Polar Plunge at Lakeland Lake in Lynchburg.

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