A total of 185 people plunged into the Potomac River during the event, while 400 others looked on.
The Prince William County Police Department coordinated the event, which marked the return of the Polar Plunge for the first time since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
Multiple law enforcement agencies participated this year, in addition to the Prince William police, the county Sheriff’s Office, Manassas Police, Manassas Park Police, Haymarket Police, Fairfax County police, Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, Arlington County Police, Warrenton Police, Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police, the Virginia Department of Corrections and the Leesylvania State Park Rangers.
Multiple vendors helped to make the event a success:
- Alamo Drafthouse
- Autobahn Indoor Speedway and Events
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- Carhartt, Domino’s Pizza
- Elite Shooting Sports
- Fraternal Order of Police – Battlefield Lodge #43
- Lustine Toyota Woodbridge
- Olympia Moving
- Prince William County Police Association, Rosie’s Gaming Emporium
- Youth for Tomorrow
- Wawa Convenience Store
Money raised during the Polar Plunge benefits Special Olympics, which law enforcement officers support throughout the U.S. and in 45 countries.
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FREE Leadership Sessions will be conducted at the George Mason University –Arlington Campus for High School Latinas. The program runs from Monday 7/15 through Friday 7/19 from 10:00AM to 3:00PM EST each day (1-week).
Las sesiones de liderazgo GRATUITAS se llevarán a cabo en el campus de George Mason University – Arlington para latinas de secundaria. El programa se desarrollará desde el lunes 15 de julio hasta el viernes 19 de julio, de 10:00 a.m. a 3:00 p.m. EST cada día (1 semana).
Our goal is to equip students with the fundamentals of self-promotion and guide them in shaping their personal brand for future success. What sets this program apart is its integration of self-awareness activities and mentorship by seasoned professionals.
Sessions begin with a thorough assessment of leadership dynamics on July 15th, participants delve into the intricacies of personal branding and etiquette on July 16th, followed by practical guidance on crafting compelling LinkedIn profiles and resumes on July 17th. July 18th emphasizes the art of storytelling through personal statements, while July 19th culminates in portfolio presentations, allowing participants to showcase their newfound skills. The program concludes on July 20th with a memorable graduation ceremony, celebrating the accomplishments of the ELITE Academy’s graduates and their journey towards leadership excellence.
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We are honored to have the Honorable Andrea O. Bailey of the Potomac District, along with the esteemed leadership of Prince William County, hosting our 4th Annual 5K Walk for Mental Health Awareness. This event is a testament to their commitment to educate, advocate for, and dispel myths and stigma surrounding mental illness.
Dust off your running or walking shoes, bring your pets, and move with us in this county-wide FREE event in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month on Saturday, May 18th, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. This year’s theme is Movement: Moving for Your Mental Health.
We will walk along a scenic multi-purpose trail in a wooded setting with sufficient signage to meet the needs of the walkers at Locust Shade Park, 4701 Locust Shade Drive, Triangle, Virginia 22192.