By Maggie Beamguard | Insider Editor
Seven Lakes West residents welcomed the new year at the 4th annual polar plunge. Over 150 people gathered at Johnson Point to test the waters of 2026 which were a cool, 49 degrees. Kit Herold, assisted by her husband, Greg, organized the celebration which was sponsored by the events committee. Chilled swimmers huddled around three bonfires under a 53 degree blue sky. Several lucky raffle winners took home baskets filled by local businesses. And everyone went home refreshed and ready for the year ahead.
