CULVER — On Saturday, May 2, at 2:30 a.m. Culver Police were conducting a traffic stop at SR 10 near Thorn Road.

While the officer was standing outside his marked patrol car, another vehicle struck the rear driver’s side of the patrol car, narrowly missing the officer, and continued on without stopping.
The officer notified the dispatch center and eventually caught up to the vehicle, which was slow to stop. The driver, Angela Shaffer, 62, of Culver, was found to be the only person in the vehicle. An investigation was conducted, and the driver exhibited signs of impairment and agreed to a certified test.
The results of the chemical test revealed that Shafer was just over three times the legal limit for alcohol.
Shaffer was taken to the Marshall County Jail on preliminary charges of operating while intoxicated and OWI endangering.
A report will be filed with the Marshall County Prosecutors’ office for review of formal charges.

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

PLYMOUTH — The Plymouth School Board of Trustees will meet on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 6 p.m. in the Administration

Boardroom. 
The meeting site is fully accessible. Any person requiring further accommodation should contact the Superintendent at the School Corporation’s Central Office. There will be time for public participation as indicated by the agenda item.
The Plymouth Community School Board of Trustees will then meet in Executive Session on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 4 p.m.
The purpose of the meeting is to receive information about prospective employees and interview them.

Average gasoline prices in Indiana have risen $1.05/g in the last week, averaging $4.83/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey

of 3,271 stations in Indiana. Prices in Indiana are 92.6 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand $1.64/g higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has increased 21.3 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $5.621 per gallon.
Locally the lowest reported prices in each community:
Pulaski County
Winamac — $4.89
Francesville — $4.89
Medaryville — 4.79
Monterey — $4.89
Starke County
Knox — $4.89
North Judson — $4.99
Hamlet — $4.88
Grovertown — $4.99
LaPorte County
LaCrosse — $4.79
LaPorte — $4.64
Michigan City — $4.65
Wanatah — $4.79
Rolling Prairie — $4.69
Westville — $4.74
New Carlisle — $4.99
North Liberty — $4.89
Walkerton — $4.73
Marshall County
Argos — $4.89
Bourbon — $4.69
Bremen — $4.99
Culver — $4.99
LaPaz — $4.96
Plymouth — $4.82
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Indiana was priced at $3.12/g yesterday, while the most expensive was $5.99/g, a difference of $2.87/g.
The national average price of gasoline has risen 38.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.42/g today.
“Gasoline prices rose in every state over the last week, with some of the most significant and fastest increases concentrated in the Great Lakes, where states like Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Illinois saw sharp spikes, while Wisconsin experienced more modest gains,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “At the same time, diesel prices surged to new records in parts of the region, with some areas touching the $6-per-gallon mark. While refinery outages were a key driver behind those outsized increases, early signs of improvement could help ease some of the most extreme price pressures in the Great Lakes in the days ahead. Beyond the region, markets are also digesting a wave of new developments— including OPEC+ raising production for June and President Trump outlining a plan to free stranded ships— which could help restore some supply. However, with so many moving pieces, the outlook remains highly fluid, and while some localized relief may emerge, broader price volatility is likely to persist in the near term.”
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PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Election Board will hold a campaign finance hearing on Friday, May 8, in the Clerk’s office

at 211 West Madison Street in Plymouth, starting at 2 p.m.
The hearing is for Conservatives for Johnson.

ARGOS — On Friday, April 24, 2026, the Marshall County Drug Task Force executed multiple search warrants at a residence

located in the 14000-block of Michigan Road, near Argos.
Marshall County Drug Task Force Detectives were contacted by the Wabash County Sheriff’s Department in reference to a burglary they were investigating in their county. They had identified multiple suspects in the case who lived in Marshall County and requested assistance from MCDTF to locate stolen items.
MCDTF Detectives were able to locate stolen items in plain view on the property, and subsequent search warrants were obtained. The operation resulted in a coordinated effort between MCDTF, Wabash County Sheriff’s Department, Indiana State Police SWAT Team, Marshall County Police, and Plymouth Police. Multiple traffic stops were conducted on suspects involved and ultimately led to the recovery of a large amount of stolen items, including a stolen handgun, and suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Two young children were also removed from the care and custody of their parents.
Two people were arrested and incarcerated at the Marshall County Jail.
Shelby Rice, 26, of Argos, was charged with Dealing in Methamphetamine Level 3 Felony, Possession of Methamphetamine Level 5 Felony, Neglect of a Dependent Level 5 Felony, Maintaining a common nuisance Level 6 Felony, and Theft of a Firearm Level 5 Felony. She was given a $40,000 cash bond.

Jay Johnson, 30, of Argos, was charged with Dealing in Methamphetamine Level 3 Felony, Possession of Methamphetamine Level 5 Felony, Neglect of a Dependent Level 5 Felony, Maintaining a common nuisance Level 6 Felony, Theft of a Firearm Level 5 Felony, and Driving while suspended-prior A/misd. He was also given a $40,000 cash bond.
Readers are reminded that criminal charges are mere allegations, and that the individuals so charged are presumed innocent of the allegations unless or until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt.

PLYMOUTH — On the afternoon of April 30, 2026, Plymouth Police were dispatched to Dollar General on Oak Road for the

report of a man with a stolen laptop.
During the course of the investigation, the laptop did belong to the individual, Christopher Quimby, 33, of Rochester. Quimby was found to be in possession of other stolen merchandise from various stores.
Quimby was lodged in the Marshall County Jail for Theft, Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Law Enforcement, Battery Against a Public Safety Official, and out-of-county warrants.

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

PLYMOUTH — On Tuesday,​ April 28,​ 2026,​ at 12:41 pm,​ Marshall County Central Dispatch received a 911 call advising of a

two-vehicle collision on US 31 southbound,​ north of US 30.
When Officers arrived on scene,​ it was learned that a southbound 1994 Peterbilt tractor-trailer was being driven by Charles Young,​ of Valparaiso. The Peterbilt had lost two tires off of an axle, which struck another southbound 2018 Ford Edge being driven by Calvin Brown,​ of Westfield.
As a result of the incident,​ the driver and passenger of the Ford Edge were transported to the Hospital to receive treatment for their injuries.
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department was assisted on scene by Plymouth Fire & EMS,​ Indiana State Police,​ and Tim’s Towing.

PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.

On the agenda are regular reports from Highway Superintendent Jason Peters, County Attorney Sean Surrisi and Marshall County Auditor Angie Birchmeier.
The Commissioners will also hear from Janis Holiday of Older Adult Services with her quarterly report, along with several requests from Marshall County Sheriff Matt Hassel.
Also on the agenda are Andrew Hayn of From Ashes to Fire Revival Ministry, Tim Starr of Marshall County HOPE, and Viki Brown of Dustin’s Place.
The meeting takes place in the Commissioners Meeting Room on the second floor of the Marshall County Building on Jefferson Street in Plymouth.
ADA Notice: For special accommodations, please contact the ADA Coordinator at (574) 935-8720 at least two business days prior to the scheduled meeting to request an accommodation.
The meeting will also be live-streamed on YouTube @MarshallCountyIN

PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Historical Society is announcing the third in their America’s 250 Brown Bag Lunch and

Lecture series, featuring presentations on the Revolutionary War era.
The Brown Bag event is on Friday, May 8, from Noon – 1:00 p.m. The program will be on Ben Franklin, printer, writer, publisher, scientist, inventor, philosopher, public servant, diplomat, and a key Founding Father of our Nation.
Monty Peden will share all about this true Renaissance man, with some little-known facts and surprises along the way.
The event will be held at the Marshall County Historical Society and Museum, 123 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. Pack a lunch and learn with us. For more information, please call 574-936-2306.

PLYMOUTH — The 12th Annual ARTS in the Street Festival is gearing up by accepting booth applications for artists, food

vendors, nonprofits, volunteers, and sponsors.
This year’s festival will be held on July 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the streets of downtown Plymouth
Booth fees increase after May 1.
The popular festival features artist & artisan booths, food vendors, art-making activities for all ages, live music and dance performances, a chalk art contest, scavenger hunt, and more, celebrating the arts in Downtown Plymouth.

PLYMOUTH – The city of Plymouth Board of Works and Safety approved the bid of E&B Paving for this year’s street paving

projects.
The city received three bids for the project:
E&B $1,783,702
Milestone $2,032,643
Reith-Reilly $2,167,900
The list of proposed projects was:
Harrison Street: Plum to Michigan.
Center Street: Novelty to Parkview.
Madison Street: Fifth to Railroad.
Nutmeg Street: Discovery Lane to Oakhill Avenue.
Kenwood Avenue: Oak Road to Sycamore.
Sycamore Street: Lake Avenue to 7th.
Parkview: Dead End to Michigan.
Improvement Projects include improvements to the Price’s Pond driveway and parking area.
City Engineer Dan Sellers recommended E&B; however, the bid was over the city’s budget for the projects and he suggested the city remove the Nutmeg Street portion. He also told the board that the Prices Pond section would come out of the Park Department’s budget and not the Street Department, and added that there would be grant help for the projects.

PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Emergency Management Agency wants to hear from you about Marshall County’s outdoor

warning sirens.
Outdoor warning sirens are one of the most well-known mass alerting methods and have been around since the mid-20th century. Sirens have traditionally been purchased by townships or municipalities, which has led to some areas receiving widespread coverage, while three townships in the county have no siren at all.
In Marshall County, the Dispatch Center controls sirens for Bourbon, Center, and Union Townships. The sirens in Argos, German Township, La Paz, and Tippecanoe are manned by fire departments. County-controlled sirens are automatically triggered when a Tornado Warning is issued for anywhere in the county.
In the digital age, other methods of mass alerting, such as smartphone and broadcast alerts, have become more reliable options for notifying the public about severe weather and other hazards. However, these systems have their own technical issues and are not perfect either.
With the uptick in severe weather in Indiana the last few years, the debate about installing new sirens has been a hot topic. Now is your chance to weigh in! Your opinions will help the EMA collect data that can be used to inform elected officials and pursue grant funding.
We have developed an anonymous survey to seek public input on sirens. Make your voice heard by filling out the form here: forms.gle/1VPN1M3t64PgNAXd8

PLYMOUTH — On April 26, 2026, at 8:09 p.m., Officers with the Plymouth Police Department were called to Martins on

Jefferson Street for a black Jeep Wrangler driving recklessly through the parking lot.
The caller was following the vehicle, and they went north on Columbus Dr. and then west on Baker. The caller advised that the vehicle was all over the roadway and running stop signs.
Plymouth Officers located the vehicle just before Michigan Street, and a traffic stop was conducted. The driver was identified as Joseph Nifong, 30, of Plymouth. The officer detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from Nifong.
A field sobriety test was given. Nifong agreed to a certified blood draw, and his certified test showed his alcohol level was a .237 BAC.
He was transported to Marshall County Jail and booked in for OWI, OWI above .15, and OWI Endangerment.

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

BOURBON — On April 25, 2026,​ county officers were called to an address in the 6,​000 block of 12B Rd. west of Bourbon.

The original report was that a vehicle had become disabled due to a mechanical failure,​ and that the driver was outside of the vehicle, acting intoxicated. Officers arrived ​ at the scene a short time later and found the offender, Jamie L. Warren, 56, of Logansport, and her vehicle.
During the investigation,​ probable cause was found that Warren had operated a vehicle while intoxicated. ​ She was detained at the scene and was later transported to Saint Joseph Medical Center, Plymouth, for medical treatment and certified testing.
It was later found that the offender had a blood alcohol content of almost four times the legal limit of .08%
After medical evaluation and testing, Warren was lodged at the Marshall County Jail for Operating While Intoxicated with Prior,​ a level 6 felony.

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

PLYMOUTH — On April 25, 2026, at 3:26 p.m., Officers with the Plymouth Police Department were dispatched to the area of

116 S. Walnut Street for an unknown crash.
Officers located the vehicle in the alleyway crashed into a telephone pole. The driver was identified as Anner Duarte Amador, 21 years old, of Plymouth. During the investigation, it was determined that Amador had been drinking and had never had a license. He was given a field sobriety test and a certified blood draw, which showed his alcohol content was a .158 BAC.
Amador was taken to the hospital for jail clearance and then transported to Marshall County Jail and booked in for OWI, OWI Above .15 or higher, OWI Endangerment, and operator never licensed.

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

PLYMOUTH — On April 25,​ 2026,​ around 7:53 PM, a Marshall County officer stopped a black Ford passenger car on US 31 near

12 B Road for speeding.
The driver, who was identified as Kenneth Baptiste, 19, of Indianapolis, was found never to have obtained a license,​ and during the stop, marijuana was located on his person.
Baptiste was taken into custody and transported to the Marshall County jail, where he was charged and booked for operating without a license and possession of marijuana.

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

PLYMOUTH – Plymouth’s Board of Public Works and Safety approved a new memorandum of understanding between Plymouth

Police and Plymouth Schools for providing a School Resource Officer.
The contract had come under discussion in recent meetings as the city debates the hiring of a 26th police officer and how that salary would affect the budget for the city.
The agreement with the school was up for renegotiation this year. City Attorney Jeff Houin told the board that the only significant changes in the new agreement are an increase in the amount of the contract reflecting the salary of the officers and also an automatic 3 percent increase yearly.
Questions arose about the handling of overtime for Resource Officers attending school events.

Plymouth Chief John Weir concurred with City Treasurer Lynn Gorski telling the board that he knew of just two in the past year, the prom and a football game that was played in Indianapolis

He added that when Resource Officers were in attendance at school functions they were there on their own or compensated by the school for their time.
Councilman Don Ecker voiced approval of the new agreement.

You can explore Indiana’s great outdoors for free this weekend. All Indiana State Parks are offering free admission this Sunday,

May 3, as part of the state’s “Welcome Weekend” to kick off the spring recreation season. Visitors can enjoy full moon hikes, scavenger hunts, and 25% discounts on camping and inn stays through mid-May. To find a park near you or to check out the full schedule of weekend activities, visit on.IN.gov/stateparks.

Average gasoline prices in Indiana have risen 2.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.78/g today, according to

GasBuddy’s survey of 3,271 stations in Indiana. Prices in Indiana are 25.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 72.9 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has decreased 9.2 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $5.408 per gallon.
The lowest reported prices in towns around the area:
Pulaski County
Winamace — $4.29
Francesville — $4.29
Medaryville — $4.29
Starke County
Knox — $4.29
North Judson — $4.29
Hamlet — $4.19
Grovertown — $3.99
LaPorte County
LaCrosse — $4.29
LaPorte — $4.22
Michigan City — $4.09
Wanatah — $4.29
Rolling Prairie — $3.99
Westville — $3.64
New Carlisle — $4.19
North Liberty — $4.19
Walkerton — $3.71
Marshall County
Argos — $3.84
Bourbon — $3.59
Bremen — $3.69
Culver — $3.99
LaPaz — $3.65
Plymouth — $3.41
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Indiana was priced at $3.12/g yesterday, while the most expensive was $4.59/g, a difference of $1.47/g.
The national average price of gasoline has risen 7.0 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.04/g today. The national average is up 5.7 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 94.3 cents per gallon higher than a year ago, according to GasBuddy data compiled from more than 11 million weekly price reports covering over 150,000 gas stations across the country.
“Average gasoline prices rose in 39 states over the last week, with the national average moving higher, while diesel prices declined in most states, offering a brief divergence at the pump,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “However, that divergence may prove short-lived. Oil prices have been climbing again as markets react to renewed geopolitical tensions and the cancellation of talks between the U.S. and Iran. As a result, gasoline prices are set to rise further this week, with diesel expected to follow. Many inland states— including those in the Great Lakes and Plains— could see average gas prices climb to their highest levels since 2022, while price-cycling markets may also experience another round of hikes in the next few days.”
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