Average gasoline prices in Indiana have fallen 24.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.12/g today, according to

GasBuddy’s survey of 3,271 stations in Indiana. Prices in Indiana are 34.6 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 94.7 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has decreased 0.5 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $5.618 per gallon.
The lowest reported prices in communities around the area:
Pulaski County
Winamac — $4.39
Francesville — $4.29
Medaryville — $4.29
Starke County
Knox — $4.29
North Judson — $4.39
Grovertown — $4.09
LaPorte County
LaCrosse — $4.19
LaPorte — $3.92
Michigan City — $3.91
Wanatah — $3.99
Rolling Prairie $4.19
Westville — $4.04
New Carlisle — $4.49
North Liberty $3.99
Walkerton — $3.98
Marshall County
Argos — $4.39
Bourbon — $4.09
Bremen — $4.19
Culver — $4.39
LaPaz — $4.05
Plymouth — $3.97
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Indiana was priced at $3.45/g yesterday while the most expensive was $5.09/g, a difference of $1.64/g. The lowest price in the state yesterday was $3.45/g while the highest was $5.09/g, a difference of $1.64/g.
The national average price of gasoline has fallen 1 cent per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.47/g today.
“The national average price of gasoline spent much of last week drifting lower after jumping early in the week as oil prices softened on hopes that diplomatic progress between the U.S. and Iran could help ease supply concerns,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “However, that optimism faded after President Trump’s meeting with China’s Xi Jinping failed to produce a breakthrough on Iran, while renewed warnings toward Tehran have helped push oil prices higher again. With global oil inventories continuing to trend toward historically tight levels, markets remain extremely sensitive to geopolitical developments and potential supply disruptions. As a result, gasoline and diesel prices are likely to remain volatile, and with Memorial Day approaching, any sustained increase in oil prices could begin pushing retail fuel prices higher again in the weeks ahead.”
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INDIANAPOLIS — This week is National Emergency Medical Service Week, and agencies and officials across the state are

recognizing EMS professionals.
Indiana Governor Mike Braun has formally proclaimed May 17th through 23rd as EMS Week in Indiana, stating, “EMS is the front line of our health care system.”
This year’s theme is Improving Outcomes, Together, and is intended to emphasize the coordination and collaboration that is required for improved patient outcomes.
Indiana has more than 25,000 certified emergency medical responders, emergency medical technicians, advanced emergency medical technicians, paramedics, dispatchers, and support staff statewide.
To find out more about National EMS Week, including stories from EMS professionals, events, and local blood drives, you can visit emsweek.org.

ARGOS — On May 13th, 2026, around 9:54 pm,​ a Marshall County Deputy stopped a dark blue GMC Acadia on US31 at 12th

Road for speeding 86 mph in a 60 mph zone.
The driver,​ Davontae Conley, 33, of Benton Harbor, MI, was found to have been drinking and agreed to field sobriety tests and later a certified blood test. Conley was first taken to the Plymouth Hospital for a certified blood test, where he gave a sample of blood, and the result was .119% BAC.
Conley was then arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated and transported to the Marshall County Jail, where he was charged and booked for the offense.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.​

PLYMOUTH — Marshall County Sheriff Matthew Hassel has announced that Benjamin McFarland, of Tippecanoe, has been

selected by the Indiana Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship Committee to receive a $1,000.00 scholarship.
The Indiana Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship Fund was established to receive, invest, and dispense funds to provide college scholarships to qualified students who are committed to pursuing an education and career in the law enforcement field. The Indiana Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship Fund awarded 40 scholarships in 2026.
Benjamin is a Graduate of Triton High School and has just completed his freshman year at Purdue Fort Wayne with a major in Criminal Justice. In 2025, Benjamin was awarded the ISA scholarship, making this his second year in a row.

ARGOS — The Board of Education of Argos Community Schools will meet for a Regular Board meeting on May 18, 2026, in the

Dragon Center conference room at 7 p.m.
Some items on the agenda:
● Approval of personnel changes
● Approval of LWC invoices 19613 for tunnel piping replacement, 19626 for exterior
masonry repairs and 19630 for roofing and coping replacement
● Approval of 2026-2027 student handbook
● Approval of 2026-2027 classified, certified & substitute employee handbooks
● Approval of Amplify quote for curriculum materials
● Approval of NIESC Contracted Dietitian Director contract for 2026-2027 school year
● Approval of Open Enrollment for 2026-2027 school year
● Superintendent report
● Approval of claims
● Financial report
● Closing comments
● Adjournment

PLYMOUTH — On May 6, 2026, at 4:38 p.m., Officers with the Plymouth Police Department were dispatched to Centennial Park

for a man who was sitting in the men’s bathroom by the wooden playground, drinking alcohol, and possibly smoking drugs or using drugs.
When Plymouth Officers arrived on scene, a man was located sitting on the floor, and I could see an alcohol can sitting on the floor as well. The officer tried to make contact with the male, but he was slow to open the bathroom stall door, and when he did, the officer got a strong odor of alcoholic beverage coming from the man, who denied he was drinking, but there were several other cans of alcohol in the trash next to him.
The man was identified as Coty James, 37, of Plymouth. James advised that he can’t drink at home, and he went to the park and drank. He was placed under arrest for public intoxication and transported to the Marshall County Jail. He was given a Portable Breath Test and was .198 BAC.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

CULVER — On Saturday,​ May 2nd,​ 2026, at 7:09 PM,​ Marshall County Police received a call of a man trespassing on their

property in the 14,​000 block of Union Road.
The caller would be related to the subject in question,​ identified as Westin A. Bush-Berdine, 27. The subject was viewed on a Ring doorbell being on the property,​ where he had previously been trespassed and a protection order in place.
Upon arrival,​ Officer Wozniak and Culver Officer Zerbee located Westin in a pole-style building on the property. He was taken into custody without incident and was transported to the Marshall County Jail.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Commissioners will meet on Monday, May 18, 2026, beginning at 9:30 a.m.

The Commissioners will hear regular reports from Jason Peters, Marshall County Highway Superintendent, County Attorney Sean Surrisi, and County Auditor Angie Birchmeier.
The Commissioners will also hold two public hearings for the Owner-Occupied Housing Project and a request to close 2C Road for Vacation Bible School, by Bremen Missionary Church Pastor Curt Litwiller.
Plymouth Fire Chief Steve Holm will make a public safety grant request, and Billy Schoff of Buildings and Grounds will provide a department update.
The meeting takes place in the second-floor meeting room of the Marshall County Building on Jefferson Street in Plymouth. The meeting will also be live-streamed on YouTube @MarshallCountyIN.

PLYMOUTH – In a light agenda Monday, the Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety took action on several matters.

Building Commissioner Dennis Manuwal asked the board to take action on a property on Clark Street. Police were called to the address for a man who was living in the residence that had no water or utilities.
Manuwal had issued an emergency vacate order for the property and Shannon Biddle, a representative of the owner told the board that the man in question had been given permission to store items in the property but not to live there.
Manuwal urged the board to take action to board up the property, but Biddle asked to modify that action for fear of damage to the home that the owner intends to continue to renovate.
Manuwal agreed with a stipulation.

In other actions, the Board accepted the dedication of infrastructure for a section of Menominee Heights.
The board was also informed that fines imposed on Red Rock Inn had not been paid, and the owners had until Friday, May 15, 2026, to do so before a lien would be imposed on the property.

PLYMOUTH — On May 9, 2026, at 4:36 a.m. Plymouth Police were dispatched to 701 N Center St. for a report of a loud noise

complaint.
Officers discovered that a man residing in the residence, Dario Carvajal-Santos, 31, of Plymouth, had an active warrant for his arrest through Marshall County.
It was also discovered that Carvajal-Santos violated a court-issued protection order. Carvajal-Santos was taken into custody and transported to the Marshall County Jail.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

ARGOS — While on routine patrol, a Marshall County Deputy stopped a vehicle for traffic infractions.

While talking with the Driver of the vehicle, Samuel J. Beckett, 25 of Argos, it was discovered that he had never obtained a license.
The passenger, Hailey J. Miller, 22 of Rochester, told the Deputy that she had warrants out of Fulton County.
Both subjects were taken into custody for possession of a schedule drug, a hypodermic needle, paraphernalia, and operating a vehicle without a license.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun ceremonially signed Senate Enrolled Act 78, a new ‘bell-to-bell’ cell phone restriction

strengthening Indiana’s school cell phone policies to help students focus, support teachers, and improve the classroom environment.
SEA 78 builds on Indiana’s existing restrictions on student device use by setting a clearer standard for limiting cell phones, smartwatches, gaming devices, and other personal wireless communication devices during the school day. The law includes exceptions for emergencies, students with Individualized Education Programs or 504 plans, and medical needs.
“We’ve made major progress improving education for Hoosier students, and this new ‘bell-to-bell’ restriction on cell phone distractions will ensure students are focused on learning. This law supports teachers in the classroom and helps students build better habits at a time when constant distraction is affecting learning and mental health, with common-sense exceptions for emergencies,” said Braun.
Under SEA 78, Indiana schools will be required to update their wireless communication device policies to limit student use of personal devices during the school day. The law also directs the Indiana Department of Education to provide model policy language and implementation guidance for schools.

PLYMOUTH — On May 9, 2026, at approximately 02:43 a.m Plymouth Police were dispatched to 203 Beerenbrook St. for an

unknown problem.
Police noticed two vehicles leaving the scene. The vehicles were stopped, and the occupants were questioned. One victim stated that she had sustained a bite mark to the face during an altercation with her boyfriend, Eric Quiroz, 34, of Plymouth.
Another man in the vehicle sustained a bloody nose during the altercation. Police returned to the residence where they found Quiroz, who was highly intoxicated. He was taken into custody and charged with Battery and Domestic Battery. He was transported to the Marshall County Jail.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Average gasoline prices in Indiana have fallen 46.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.36/g today, according to

GasBuddy’s survey of 3,271 stations in Indiana. Prices in Indiana are 40.6 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand $1.31/g higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has increased 0.2 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $5.623 per gallon.
The lowest reported prices in local communities:
Pulaski County
Winamac — $4.52
Francesville — $4.53
Monterey — $4.83
Starke County
Knox — $4.39
North Judson — $4.53
Hamlet — $4.49
Grovertown — $4.39
LaPorte County
LaCrosse — $4.29
LaPorte — $4.18
Michigan City — $4.11
Wanatah — $4.25
Rolling Prairie — $4.32
Westville — $4.24
New Carlisle — $4.69
North Liberty — $4.25
Walkerton — $4.37
Marshall County
Argos — $4.59
Bourbon — $4.29
Bremen — $4.19
Culver — $4.89
LaPaz — $4.43
Plymouth — $4.23
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Indiana was priced at $3.49/g yesterday, while the most expensive was $5.09/g, a difference of $1.60/g.
The national average price of gasoline has risen 5.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.48/g today.
“Average gasoline prices declined in just six states over the last week, led by the Great Lakes region, where motorists in states like Michigan and Ohio saw prices fall sharply, while Indiana experienced even steeper relief after the state temporarily waived both its excise and use taxes on gasoline,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “Those declines helped pull the national average lower by roughly eight cents over the last several days after oil prices eased mid-week on optimism that the U.S. and Iran could reach a deal. However, that optimism has since largely unraveled, with talks appearing to stall and President Trump signaling the latest proposal is unacceptable, helping push oil prices higher again in Sunday electronic trade. As a result, many states could see another round of price cycling in the days ahead, potentially sending the national average toward the $4.65-per-gallon mark if oil continues climbing. In addition, diesel prices across much of the Great Lakes region are nearing new record highs as ongoing refinery issues continue to disproportionately impact diesel production. Should geopolitical tensions escalate further, fuel prices could rise even more sharply in the weeks ahead.”
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PLYMOUTH – Financial consultant for the Marshall County Council – Steve Dalton of Cender/Dalton – appeared before the board

on Monday to start the discussion on how the county will deal with two upcoming decisions based on recent legislation in Indianapolis.
The first item up for discussion was the Local Income Tax (LIT) of 1.25 percent per payroll check in the county that is set to have the jail portion paid off in early 2027. That could take .25 percent off the tax, but would have a profound effect on the county.

The second item was the Community Crossings grant funds for local governments to improve highway infrastructure, but now has a condition applied by the state legislature.

Dalton urged the Council to take time during the summer to have work sessions involving the Marshall County Commissioners to work through the issues, stating…

PLYMOUTH — On Sunday,​ May 10,​ 2026,​ at 11:56 am,​ Marshall County Central Dispatch received a 911 call regarding a crash

between a semi tractor-trailer and a minivan at the intersection of US 30 and Queen Road.
When Officers arrived on scene,​ it was learned that an eastbound 2023 Volvo Tractor Trailer being operated by Qingrui Fan,​ 55, of Flushing, New York,​ utilized the turn lane to avoid stopped traffic at the intersection and struck a north-facing minivan that was stopped on Queen Road. The minivan was a 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan being operated by Dixie Warner, 69,​ of Plymouth.
The driver of the mini-van, along with her two additional occupants were transported to the Hospital. ​The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department was assisted on scene by Plymouth Police,​ Fire, and EMS, along with Lyons Wrecker Service​ and Tim’s Towing.

PLYMOUTH — Marshall County Police Departments are partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to urge

Hoosiers to buckle up as part of the national “Click It or Ticket” campaign, a high-visibility enforcement effort focused on increasing seatbelt use.
From May 11 through May 31, 2026, officers will work overtime to ensure drivers and passengers use their seat belts and that children are properly secured. The overtime patrols are funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) through ICJI’s Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program (CHIRP).
“Buckling up is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself and your loved ones on the road,” said Douglas Huntsinger, executive director of the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. “Seatbelts save lives every day, and every trip should begin with making sure everyone is secured before hitting the road.”
Since 2021, Indiana has seen a steady decline in fatalities among passenger vehicle occupants not wearing seatbelts. Seatbelt usage among Hoosiers has also increased, reaching 94.1% in 2025 according to the Annual Seat Belt Usage Survey conducted by Purdue University Center for Road Safety in partnership with ICJI. This rate is above the national average of 91.2% usage in 2024.
“Too often, we see tragedies that could have been prevented with one simple click of a seatbelt,” said Lt. Les McFarland. “Buckling up isn’t just the law. It’s a responsibility that helps ensure you make it home safely.”
Indiana law requires drivers and all passengers to buckle up. Children under age eight must be properly restrained in a federally approved child car seat or booster seat. Drivers can be cited for not using a seat belt, as well as for each unbuckled passenger under the age of 16.
Parents and caregivers are encouraged to make sure children are in the right car seat and that it is used correctly and properly installed. Resources can be found at http://www.nhtsa.gov/TheRightSeat. To schedule an appointment with a certified car seat safety technician at one of Indiana’s 100 fitting stations, visit on.in.gov/SafeKids.
CHIRP is supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and administered by the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. For more information about ICJI’s traffic safety programs, visit http://www.in.gov/cji.

INDIANAPOLIS — State Sen. Mike Bohacek (R-Michiana Shores) has begun work on 2027 legislation that would legalize

medical marijuana in Indiana.
“In light of the governor’s openness to consider legislation regarding the legalization of marijuana, we need to consider a feasible marijuana policy that would be the most helpful to Hoosiers and the economy,” Bohacek said. “The use of medical marijuana has been proven to be beneficial for some medical disorders and could help people throughout the state who are suffering find some relief.”
Bohacek is currently planning to work on legislation that would legalize medical marijuana, create parameters for use in a medical capacity, and establish a tax rate and policy for the sale and distribution of medical marijuana.
This proposed legislation comes after the federal government’s recent reclassification of state-licensed medical marijuana as a Schedule III drug under the Controlled Substances Act. Schedule III drugs are substances with a moderate to low potential for physical dependence and a high potential for psychological dependence and have accepted medical uses. Examples include ketamine, anabolic steroids, and Tylenol with codeine.
“I intend to include plenty of parameters around the implementation and use of medical marijuana to ensure it’s being properly regulated and distributed by Hoosier healthcare professionals,” Bohacek said. “There are plenty of benefits medical marijuana can have, not only in a healthcare capacity, but also on our economy. Indiana has already allowed the sale of delta-8 THC and other similar cannabinoids, so creating a tax policy is a logical next step in expanding the use of THC products. There is potential to bring in millions of dollars in tax revenue every year.”
Bohacek’s legislation would also update the state impairment laws, establishing a blood concentration that would define impairment and creating training needed for law enforcement to identify impairment by THC.
“While the legislation I plan to propose would legalize the use of medical marijuana, it would not take away from the safety standards that would need to be established to keep Hoosiers safe,” Bohacek said. “This proposed legislation would not legalize the use of recreational marijuana. Many of our state’s current laws regarding the use of marijuana would remain in place, with some adjustments to account for those who may have medical exemptions. This is why I am also working on legislation that would adjust the state impairment laws for those who would use medical marijuana.”
Bohacek encourages residents of Senate District 8 to contact him with any questions or comments they may have. Bohacek can be reached by filling out a “Contact Me” form online at http://www.IndianaSenateRepublicans.com/Bohacek or by phone at 800-382-9467.