FULTON COUNTY, Ind. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Rieth-Riley Construction Co Inc will have lane
closures on State Road 25 between C.R. 300 N and C.R. 375 N beginning on or after Monday, June 15. State Road 25 will be reduced to one lane through mid-July for a small structure pipe lining project at McMahan Ditch. Temporary traffic signals will be installed to direct traffic. INDOT urges drivers to stay alert near crews and be prepared to wait for the temporary traffic signal. Motorists are encouraged to allow extra time when driving through this area and should slow down and drive distraction-free through all work zones
PLYMOUTH — The Plymouth School Board has released agendas for a pair of meetings on Monday, June 15, 2026.
The first is a public hearing on the contract for the Corporation’s Superintendent, which will begin at 6 p.m. Immediately following, the Board will have a special meeting to consider the hiring of the new Superintendent. Those are the only items on the agenda. The meetings will be held in the Corporation meeting room at the Administration Building on the Plymouth High School campus.
LAPAZ — Marshall County Deputies were called to the intersection of 1st Rd. and Pine Rd. West of LaPaz for a two-vehicle
accident. A Jeep Cherokee driven by Natashia Burkett, 33, of Rochester, was driving south on Pine Rd. A GMC Sierra driven by Cooper Gean, 23, of Lakeville, was traveling east of 1st Rd. Burkett drove into the path of Gean, resulting in a right-angle collision. The collision caused Gean’s vehicle to roll into a field. Both drivers and a passenger in Gean’s vehicle were transported to Memorial Hospital for minor injuries. Polk Fire, Walkerton EMS, Lapaz Fire, and Gean’s Towing assisted at the scene of the collision.
PLYMOUTH — Marshall County Sheriff Matt Hassel has released the jail and arrest report for May.
As of June 5, 2026, there were 117 inmates in the jail, 22 on felony charges, 76 were pre-trial inmates. There were 92 men and 25 women, the average population of the jail in May was 120 inmates. There are 1313 active warrants in the county. Marshall County Sheriff’s deputies made 70 arrests, Plymouth Police 52, Culver Police 6, and Bremen Police 5. The top five offenses for May were:
1011 PM EDT Thu Jun 11 2026 The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a * Tornado Warning for… Northwestern Kosciusko County in north central Indiana… Southeastern Marshall County in north central Indiana… * Until 1030 PM EDT. * At 1010 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Argos, or 9 miles southeast of Plymouth, moving northeast at 55 mph. HAZARD…Tornado. SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT…Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. * This dangerous storm will be near… Bourbon around 1015 PM EDT. Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Etna Green, Hoffman Lake, Tippecanoe, Atwood, Old Tip Town, and Clunette.
Instructions:
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
943 PM EDT Thu Jun 11 2026 The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for… Northeastern White County in northwestern Indiana… Pulaski County in northwestern Indiana… Fulton County in north central Indiana… Cass County in north central Indiana… Miami County in north central Indiana… Southern Starke County in northwestern Indiana… Southern Marshall County in north central Indiana… * Until 1030 PM EDT/930 PM CDT/. * At 943 PM EDT/843 PM CDT/, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near North Judson to near Winamac to near Monticello to 7 miles northeast of Delphi to 10 miles northwest of Frankfort, moving east at 65 mph. HAZARD…60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include… Logansport, Peru, Rochester, Winamac, Grissom Afb, Bourbon, North Judson, Argos, Culver, Akron, Walton, Bunker Hill, Royal Center, Mexico, Lincoln, Wells, Pulaski, Walnut, Tippecanoe, and Galveston
Instructions:
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the basement or small central room in a sturdy structure. Intense thunderstorm lines can produce brief tornadoes and widespread significant wind damage. Although a tornado is not immediately likely, it is best to move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. These storms may cause serious injury and significant property damage. Large hail, damaging wind, and continuous cloud to ground lightning are occurring with these storms. Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature’s leading killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 200 AM EDT/100 AM CDT/ for north central and northwestern Indiana.
PLYMOUTH — On June 9, 2026, at 6:05 p.m., Officers with the Plymouth Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a
vehicle whose registered owner had a previously suspended license. The registered owner was identified as Marcelino Pallanti, 62, of South Bend. While the officer was talking to him, he detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from his person and saw open containers in the vehicle. The officer had him step out of the vehicle and located a marijuana pipe in his pocket. Pallanti advised that he had marijuana in the vehicle. Field sobriety testing was conducted, and Pallanti failed. Pallanti was given a portable breath test (PBT) and blew a .180. Pallanti was then placed under arrest for OWI and was given a certified test, and the results are pending. During the search of the vehicle, several open containers were located along with THC gummies and marijuana. Pallanti was transported to Marshall County Jail and booked in for Felony OWI with a prior conviction, OWI, OWI endangerment, driving while suspended prior, no insurance with prior conviction, possession of marijuana, and possession of paraphernalia.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
ARGOS — On Saturday, June 6, 2026, at approximately 4:44 pm, Marshall County Central Dispatch received a call regarding a
multi-vehicle collision at the intersection of US 31 and State Road 110. Argos Police Department Officer Delee arrived on scene and advised that it was only a two-vehicle collision. When Marshall County Officers arrived on scene, it was determined that a 2024 Kia, operated by Kamille Feliciano, 19, of Chicago, was driving north on US 31. A 2016 Chevrolet Silverado was stopped on State Road 110 on the east side of US 31. The driver of the Silverado was identified as Bruce Ezra, 74, of Bringhurst, Indiana, and failed to yield to northbound traffic. As a result of the crash, Feliciano was transported to the Plymouth Hospital to receive additional treatment for her complaints of pain. The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department was assisted on scene by Argos Fire, Police, and EMS, Rochester Police, Fulton County Sheriff’s Department, and Lyons Wrecker Service.
PLYMOUTH – Whether to continue the special Local Income Tax that currently supports jail operations at it’s current rate will be the decision of the
County Council and Commissioners, as the bond will be paid off at the beginning of 2027. In February, the bond that was issued in 2008 and refinanced in 2014 to take advantage of lower interest rates will be paid off in full. In 2021, the Council passed a resolution to continue the LIT after the payment of the bond at a rate of .25 percent in order to pay for jail operations. In a joint work session of the Commissioners and Council, Council President Tim Harmon addressed the issue of continuing at that rate.
Commissioner Jesse Bohannon suggested a cut.
Councilman Jim Masterson brought up another point.
President of the Commisioners Stan Klotz brought up county employees.
PLYMOUTH — On the evening of June 6, 2026, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Plymouth Police Officers were working Operation
Pull Over with a focus on impaired and reckless driving. Officers were notified of a speeding vehicle north on US 31. A Plymouth Police Officer would locate the vehicle near 11th Road. The officers saw signs of impairment when speaking with the driver. A 15-year-old juvenile was also a passenger in the vehicle. The driver was identified as 32-year-old Jesse Pittman, and the passenger as 25-year-old Michal Cole, both of Walkerton. Pittman was taken into custody for felony operating a vehicle while intoxicated, OWI-endangerment, possession of marijuana-prior, and Cole was arrested for possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernalia. Both were lodged at the Marshall County Jail.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
INDIANAPOLIS — Summer is here, and preparations for the Indiana State Fair are underway. If you’re looking for a fun way to
get involved and give back, consider volunteering at the DNR State Fair Fishin’ Pond. Volunteer registration is now open, and DNR needs all hands on deck to reel in the next generation of anglers at this popular, hands-on, and free fishing experience for youth ages 5–17. Volunteers are needed throughout the State Fair, which runs Aug. 7–23 in Indianapolis. Volunteer duties include registering participants, baiting hooks, removing fish from hooks, preparing equipment, and helping guide participants around the pond. Training will be provided by DNR staff before the event. Volunteers also receive free parking and State Fair admission for days worked, and a DNR Fishin’ Pond volunteer T-shirt. Find out more at https://www.in.gov/dnr/places-to-go/events/dnr-at-the-state-fair/dnr-state-fair-fishin-pond/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=state_fair
LAPAZ — A collision with a deer resulted in a motorcyclist being airlifted to the hospital by Lutheran Air.
On June 7, 2026, at approximately 9:34 pm Marshall County Central Dispatch received a 911 call for a crash involving a motorcycle and deer. The caller told dispatchers that the accident happened in the 4000 block of Olive Rd. The rider, Nathan White, 47, of North Judson, sustained numerous injuries and was airlifted from the scene. Agencies Involved: Marshall County PD, La Paz Fire and EMS, Lutheran Air
PLYMOUTH – A joint work session of the Marshall County Commissioners and County Council talked about funding difficulties
looming for the county Highway Department on Monday. Governor Braun’s gas tax holiday has put a hurdle in the way of funding the local road program, according to Council President Tim Harmon.
While Braun has said that the state will make up the difference with local communities, President of the Commissioners Stan Klotz said, when or if that might happen is not certain.
The funding shortfall for this year’s county road program is estimated at around $1 million. The county would like to move additional funds either from the general fund or the “rainy day” fund, where there is currently more than adequate surplus. Commissioner Jesse Bohannon concurred.
While both boards feel the need to complete this year’s program and adjust next year’s based on funding, just where that extra money may come from is yet to be determined.
Average gasoline prices in Indiana have fallen 22.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.42/g today, according to
GasBuddy’s survey of 3,271 stations in Indiana. Prices in Indiana are $1.08/g lower than a month ago and stand 43.4 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has decreased 13.8 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $5.299 per gallon. The lowest reported prices at various communities around the area: Pulaski County Winamac — $3.64 Francesville — $3.79 Medaryville — $3.69 Starke County Knox — $3.59 North Judson — $3.69 Hamlet — $3.69 Grovertown — $3.39 LaPorte County LaCrosse — $3.59 LaPorte — $3.19 Michigan City — $3.19 Wanatah — $3.33 Rolling Prairie — $3.59 Westville — $3.29 New Carlisle — $3.69 North Liberty — $3.39 Walkerton — $3.29 Marshall County Argos — $3.69 Bourbon — $3.39 Bremen — $3.39 Culver — $3.69 LaPaz — $3.32 Plymouth — $3.25 According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Indiana was priced at $2.94/g yesterday, while the most expensive was $5.09/g, a difference of $2.15/g. The national average price of gasoline has fallen 17.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.09/g today. “Average gasoline prices declined in virtually every state over the last week as oil prices continued to fall, with crude approaching $90 per barrel and refiners ramping up output following seasonal maintenance,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “The combination of lower oil costs and improving refinery runs has kept downward pressure on pump prices, giving motorists a welcome reprieve. However, the future of prices remains murky. With the Strait of Hormuz remaining effectively closed, global oil supplies continue to tighten, and any further deterioration in the situation could send prices sharply higher. For now, motorists may enjoy the savings at the pump, but the risk of a significant reversal has not gone away.” GasBuddy is North America’s trusted fuel savings platform, helping consumers fuel up for less for over 25 years at GasBuddy.com
PLYMOUTH — On June 7, 2026, at 7:50 a.m., units were dispatched to N. Michigan Street for an unwanted guest.
The woman residing at the address said she was accosted by an unknown man on her porch, later identified as 43-year-old Alejandro Alex Martinez Lagares of Kenosha, WI. The victim said Lagares started kissing her neck, showed his genitals, and started rubbing on her. The victim was able to get away and get back into her residence and call her sister. The sister came over and found the man on the porch. She took pictures of him driving his vehicle and of the license plate. Units located the vehicle parked at the Economy Inn and made contact with Lagares in his room. Lagares was taken into custody and lodged at the Marshall County Jail for battery, public nudity, and a false identity statement.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — On June 7, 2026, at approximately 1:30 AM, a Marshall County Sheriff’s Department K-9 Deputy conducted a
traffic stop with a vehicle in the 2000 block of Michigan Street in Plymouth. The driver of the vehicle was identified as 47-year-old Anthony Kaercher. During the traffic stop, K-9 Officer Diesel conducted a free air sniff and alerted to the presence of narcotics. A search of the vehicle was conducted, and suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were located. Kaercher was suspected of being impaired and was taken to the Plymouth Hospital for a certified chemical test. He was then transported to the Marshall County Jail and booked for Possession of Methamphetamine, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, and Possession of Paraphernalia.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — Plymouth Community School Corporation has received notice of the resignation of Allison Shook, at-large
representative to the Plymouth Community School Corporation Board of Trustees. With this resignation comes the opportunity to serve the Plymouth Community Schools by completing the remainder of this term, which ends on December 31, 2028. The vacant position must be filled by the Board within thirty days of the resignation, which was effective June 3, 2026.
The interested party must live inside the Plymouth Community School Corporation boundaries.
The interested party must have lived within the Plymouth Community School Corporation boundaries for at least the last year.
The interested party must possess all qualifications provided under state and federal law for a regularly elected governing body member filling the office.
The interested party must write a letter to the Board identifying why he/she would like to be chosen to complete the term.
The interested party must be available to be interviewed in a public meeting by the Board on July 1, 2026, with interviews starting at 6:00 p.m.
The interested party must attend the July 2, 2026, Special Board meeting beginning at 6:00 p.m. The Board will vote on the appointment in open session, and the new Board member will be sworn in as part of this meeting.
The newly appointed Board member will take his/her respective seat at the regular monthly meeting of the School Board on July 7, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Letters of Interest should be sent to: Plymouth Community School Corporation Attn: Stacey Patrick, President 611 Berkley Street, Plymouth, IN 46563 Letters must be received by June 19, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Those being interviewed will be notified of their interview times by June 26, 2026.
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is reminding citizens steps to help prevent tick bites.
Tick bites are typically on the rise this time of the year, with a combination of warmer weather (which ticks love) and more people spending time outdoors.
Indiana DNR shares that there are simple ways to lower your chances of being bitten by a tick:
Use an EPA-registered insect repellent on your clothing, and treat clothing with permethrin, when possible. Stay on marked trails and avoid walking in taller grass and brushy, wooded areas. Wear light-colored clothing, which makes it easier to spot any ticks. Indiana DNR shared a link to the EPA’s search tool resource to find the bug repellent that is best for you: https://www.epa.gov/insect-repellents/find-repellent-right-you
ARGOS — On Tuesday, June 3, 2026, at approximately 6:58 pm, a Marshall County Officer initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle on
US 31 near SR 110 for a moving violation. During the investigation, it was discovered that the driver, Noelle West, was in possession of marijuana. West was transported to the Marshall County Jail for possession of marijuana.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — On Tuesday, May 6th, 2026, at approximately 10:30 pm, a Marshall County Officer initiated a traffic stop on a
vehicle for an equipment violation on Oak Rd north of US 30. During the investigation, it was discovered that the passenger, Dakota W Elder, 30, was in possession of marijuana. Elder was transported to the Marshall County Jail for Possession of Marijuana.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
