Forecast for Saturday: Mid-30s and 100% chance of snow. What should Ted do? How about plunging into the Kootenai River and helping raise money for the Special Olympics?

Or, at least, watch others take the polar plunge with a hot chocolate in one hand and a cookie in the other. What a wimp!

On today's show, Special Olympics coach John Beck (no wimp here!) comes on the show to talk about the Special Olympics in general and this weekend's polar plunge. BRRRR!

John is a retired physical education teacher and long-time resident of Bonners Ferry. He devotes countless hours throughout the year to coaching these special athletes and preparing them for a wide variety of sporting events and games.

And, yes, John will plunge into the icy water. About 20 other fearless supporters of the Special Olympics will join him.

Many people from the police, sheriff, and fire departments will be on hand to ensure everyone is safe, warm, and dry at the end of the day.

If you want to get involved in the Polar Plunge or Special Olympics, call John at 986-205-1244. (But, you will have to provide your own swimsuit!)

Meanwhile, Ted will be standing by the concession stand...cheering them on!