INDIANAPOLIS — “Fair Food” has become an American staple and a reason to head out to your local fair, but you can truly step

up to the plate for one of the Indiana State Fair’s most anticipated traditions.
The Indiana State Fair has unveiled the 2026 Taste of the Fair presented by Pepsi, featuring almost 50 new and unforgettable food creations from talented concessionaires across the Fairgrounds. Inspired by this year’s baseball theme and fueled by Hoosier creativity, the lineup delivers everything from over-the-top desserts and refreshing beverages to savory comfort foods and bold new flavor combinations. Whether you’re returning for a favorite Fair tradition or searching for your next must-try bite, the 2026 Taste of the Fair offers something to satisfy every craving. The newest featured creations include:

— Bacon Jalapeño HoneyBun Burger
McWaters Concessions
Angus Burger served on Toasted Honey Buns, Pepper Jack Cheese, Bacon, Lettuce, Red Onion, & Candied Jalapeños.
— Bananas Foster Cold Brew Float
Hook’s Drugstore Museum
Vanilla cold brew with vanilla ice cream. Topped with banana cold foam, cinnamon powder, and caramel drizzle.
— Blue Raspberry Milkshake
American Dairy Association of Indiana Inc
“Every year, fair goers make their way back to the Dairy Bar for our featured milkshake! This year’s Blue Raspberry milkshake is sweet, tangy, and impossibly creamy — the kind of treat that turns a hot fair day into a core memory. See you there.”
— Brownie Delight
GC Foods
A fresh-baked brownie topped with high butter fat ice cream, homemade whipped cream, and hot fudge.
— Buffalo Chicken Dip Pizza
DG Concessions
Our made-from-scratch pizza crust, topped with homemade Buffalo chicken dip, green onions, a drizzle of Buffalo sauce, and a tortilla chip crunch.
—Butter Dipped Ice Cream
Urick Concessions
Creamy vanilla soft serve dipped in real melted butter that hardens into a rich golden shell, finished with flaky sea salt for the perfect sweet-and-salty bite. Warm buttery flavor meets cold creamy soft serve in one wildly unexpected cone. Everything is better with butter!
— Charlie’s Mexican Street Corn Pizza
Charlie’s Fair Foods
Buttery street corn pizza topped with roasted peppers, creamy signature sauce, tajín, parmesan, and fresh lime for the perfect kick of flavor.
— Chili Lime Smoked Chicken Leg
Smokehouse Saloon
Apple Cider Vinegar/Lime Juice, Chili/Adobo Rub, Smoke/Love, Avocado Ranch.
— Cookie Butter Biscoff Funnel Cake
R&W Concessions
Fresh-made funnel cake with powdered sugar, drizzled with cookie butter, vanilla icing, and topped off with crumbled Biscoff cookies.
— Corn Dog Beer
Sun King Brewery
Corn Dog Beer is brewed with corn and smoked malt to evoke the sweet-and-savory nostalgia of a classic Indiana State Fair corn dog. Notes of toasted corn and subtle smoke give way to an easy-drinking finish worthy of the midway.
— Cornbread and ‘Que
Indiana Pork Producers
Our Cornbread & Que stacks our most popular pulled pork on warm cornbread and finishes it with a drizzle of hot honey for the perfect sweet-meets-savory bite.
—Cornival Fiesta Bowl
Fairlivin Concessions
A vibrant blend of crisp green leaf lettuce, shredded broccoli, red and savory cabbage, carrots, and green onions. Tossed with sweet corn, savory Parmesan cheese, and crunchy tortilla strips, all drizzled with a rich, creamy elote.
— Cosmic Mango Coconut Dirty Soda
R&W Concessions
We start off with Starry – a crisp, refreshing, and caffeine-free lemon-lime soda; mix in mango puree, top it off with coconut cream for a tropical island taste.
— Cowboy Fries
R&W Concessions
Fresh cooked French fries loaded with cheddar cheese, bacon bits, then drizzled with Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce.
— Craft Beer Soft Serve
Urick Concessions
Indiana craft beer meets soft serve in this unexpected collab from Urick Concessions and Black Dog Brewing Company. Black Dog’s Rainbow Road Fruited Sour Beer is transformed into creamy soft serve. Served in a cake cone, delivering a bright fruity flavor with a tart finish. It’s cold, refreshing, slightly sweet, and unlike anything else at the Fair.
— Deep Fried Lindor Dubai Chocolate Truffle
Ormes Deep Fried Treats
We take 3 Lindor Dubai Chocolate Truffles filled with Pistachio cream and put them on a skewer. Then it is dipped into our sweet funnel cake batter and fried to golden perfection! It can be topped with pistachio cream or any of our premium Ghirardelli sauces.
— Dew Drop Banana Dirty Soda
R&W Concessions
We start off with Mountain Dew – a heavily caffeinated, sweet, and tangy citrus soda, mix in banana puree and topped off with sweet cream.
— Dirty Popcorn
Urick Concessions
The snack you didn’t know you needed… until now. Fresh popcorn loaded with outrageous flavor combos. Each one is layered with drizzles, candies, cookies, crunches, and over-the-top toppings for the ultimate addictive fair snack experience.
— Dirty Slime Licker
Georgia’s Kitchen
Blue Hawaiian or Strawberries & Cream
— Double Play
Georgia’s Kitchen
Italian Sausage topped with shredded sirloin, cheese, peppers & onions
— Grand Slam Mary
Urick Concessions
This over-the-top Bloody Mary celebrates the Indianapolis Indians with a full lineup of ballpark-inspired garnishes including a burger slider, hot dog slider, waffle fries, soft pretzel stick, Cracker Jacks, celery, lemon, and more. Built with vodka and Zing Zang mix. It’s the ultimate game day cocktail in a cup!
— Hot Cheeto Fried Oreo
The Cookie Jar
A golden Oreo dipped in our homemade Hot Cheeto batter, fried, and then rolled in Hot Cheeto Dust. Served with a drizzle of nacho cheese and Hot Cheeto crumbles.
— Jumbo Cinnamon Rolls
The Cavity Factory
A nostalgic jumbo, fluffy, moist cinnamon roll soaking in a caramelized sugar & topped with a cream cheese glaze.
— Key Lime in Paradise
McGrotha Foods
A cool and tangy key lime kick with a creamy hint of vanilla and topped with crumbled graham cracker.
— Lemon Shake-Up Float
Lauren Conway Concessions
Fresh-squeezed lemonade topped with creamy vanilla ice cream for the perfect sweet and tangy summer treat.
— Loaded Bourbon Chicken Fries
Urick Concessions
Crispy fries smothered in creamy hatch queso and topped with crunchy popcorn chicken tossed in smoky bourbon barbecue sauce. Finished with crispy bacon and fresh parsley for the ultimate savory comfort food bite
— Mango Loco
Cantina Louie
Sweet Mango meets spicy chamoy for the ultimate flavor explosion!
A refreshing cup of fresh cup of cut mango slices served over a tangy blend of mango and citrus juices, topped with tajin seasoning, chamoy sauce, and a hint of chili spice. This popular Mexican-inspired fruit treat delivers the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, salty and tangy flavors in every bite.
— Nashville Hot Fried Pickles
Dr. Vegetable Inc.
A spicy take on our classic fried pickles! We add Nashville hot seasoning to our crispy fried pickle spears and serve them with ranch dressing!
— Orangey Wild
Stubborn Methods
A grand slam combination of orange cream soda and wild cherry limeade. Bold cherry flavor and a refreshing lime finish make this all-star blend a fan favorite from first pitch to final out…git ya one.
— Pickle Pesto Pizza
Swains Concessions
It’s our homemade dough that we make from scratch then add pesto to the crust next week add mozzarella cheese, pickles and dill seasoning cook it to perfection. You can add the pesto drizzle to the top or have it with our award-winning pickle ranch.
— Pickle Shake Up
Shake Up Cocktails
Relish the moment all year long with this balanced pickle lemonade made for celebration at the fair midway. This one’s the real dill!
— Pork Rind Nachos
Smokehouse Saloon
Pulled Pork or Smoked Chicken, Smoked Pork Rinds, Queso Cheese, Cole Slaw, BBQ Sauce, Green Onions served with Sour Cream on the side.
— Raspberry Sweet Tea Slushie
Colp’s Concession
A refreshing blend of smooth sweet tea and juicy raspberry flavor, this Raspberry Sweet Tea Slushie is icy, bold, and perfectly sweet. Blended to a frosty finish and every sip delivers a crisp tea flavor with a burst of fruity goodness. Cool, refreshing, and made for warm fair days.
— Sky Ride Sunset Shake Up
McWaters Concessions
A fruit twist with a classic fair staple, the Lemonade Shake up… Infusion of Strawberry, Peach and Lemon.
— Soul Train Egg Rolls
J&J A Taste of Home Catering
Crispy egg rolls filled with seasoned jerk chicken, Caribbean-spiced cabbage, rice, and cheese, bringing bold island flavors.
Don’t worry vegans because we have a vegan version made with jerk jackfruit.
— Strawberry Cream Lemonade Shakeup
Dr. Vegetable Inc.
We add strawberry and coconut milk to our freshly shaken lemonade shakeup to make a sweet and creamy tropical beverage!
— Strawberry Pineapple Twister
Twisted Drinks and Food
Strawberry Pineapple Twister is a fresh made fruit drink with sliced strawberries and pineapple tidbits twisted to perfection with sugar, ice and water to make a summertime classic!
— Strawberry Shortcake
Gobble Gobble Food Truck
A classic summer favorite with a State Fair twist. Layers of fluffy golden cake with sweet, juicy strawberries and topped with a generous cloud of whipped cream and a crunchy strawberry crumble bite! Fresh, light, and bursting with strawberry flavor, it’s the perfect way to celebrate 25 years of Gobble Gobble at the Indiana State Fair. Let’s Eat Cake!!
— Strawberry Shortcake
GC FOODS
Shortcake biscuit topped with high butter fat ice cream, strawberries, and homemade whipped cream from scratch.
—Tatanka “The General Tso Fries”
Red Frazier Bison
Ground Bison, Pickled carrot/slaw mix, French Fries tossed in General Tso’s Sauce, Sriracha Mayo, Green Onions, Sesame Seeds.
Vegetarian version offered with Fried Brussels Sprouts instead of Bison.
— The Big Dill
American Dairy Association Indiana Inc
Some things are ‘always a hit’ — and The Big Dill is proof. A bold combination of creamy Havarti, melty cheddar, and tangy dill pickles grilled to golden perfection on sourdough, this sandwich swings for the fences and delivers every time. It’s tangy, it’s gooey, it’s bold — and it just might be the best thing you eat all summer!
— The Great American Shake
RES Food and Drink
SWEET. BOLD. AMERICAN
Creamy hand-dipped vanilla shake poured into a cup lined with red and blue syrup, loaded with whipped cream and red, white, and blue sprinkles, and topped with a cherry. For a true taste of freedom.
— The Junkyard Spam Dog
Urick Concessions
One of the newest innovations from the iconic SPAM® brand, the SPAM® Dog is a crave-worthy reimagination of the classic hot dog. Making its Indiana State Fair debut, The Junkyard SPAM® Dog loads this bold new creation with creamy mac & cheese, coleslaw, crunchy potato chips, smoky BBQ sauce, and sliced jalapeños for a delicious collision of flavor and texture in every bite.
— The S’MORK
Nitro Hog BBQ
The “S’Mork” is Nitro Hog BBQ’s sweet-and-smoky mashup of a classic s’more and slow-smoked pulled pork, served on a fried sugar biscuit.
— The Sweet and Salty Spiral
Colp’s Concessions
Crispy, golden spiral taters piled high and loaded with bacon crumbles, then drizzled with rich Hershey’s chocolate syrup for the perfect sweet-and-savory bite. Every crunchy curl delivers a bold mix of salty bacon and smooth chocolate that’s surprisingly addictive and totally one of a kind.
— Tropical Breeze Boba Lemonade
Indiana Ribeye
A refreshing way to breeze through your day at the State Fair! A refreshing tropical taste with boba in your favorite Hand shaken Original Lemonade!
— Vegan HomeRun Sliders
Black Leaf Vegan, LLC
Stacked, saucy, and straight-up irresistible. Our juicy plant-based patties are dripping with melty cheddar, layered on a soft, sweet brioche bun. Topped with crisp red onions, tangy pickles, fresh slaw, and a smoky bacon crunch… all finished with our signature mayo that hits with a bold, creamy kick. One bite and it’s game over — this is fair food redefined.
— World’s Tallest Fry
Freund Family Foods
The World’s Tallest Fry! Tater Twister are extra tall and extra tasty. Enough to share, but why would you.

Fairgoers are encouraged to vote for their favorite Taste of the Fair entry throughout the Fair. Voting is by scanning the QR codes displayed at participating concession stands. The top 3 will be featured and announced the final week of the Fair.
Planning your food excursion is easier than ever with a complete map of featured food locations available at Prairie Farms Information Booths and online at IndianaStateFair.com once the fair opens. Grab your friends, bring your appetite, and experience the best flavors of summer, one bite at a time.
Discount tickets are available through August 6th at IndianaStateFair.com.

PLYMOUTH — On the evening of July 7, 2026, at 9 pm, a Plymouth Police Police officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle

near the intersection of Michigan and Franklin Street for equipment violations.
The driver of the vehicle was identified as Brenda Hurley, 58, of Bourbon. K9 Kyzer assisted on the traffic stop and alerted to the presence of narcotic odor. Hurley was also found to be showing signs of impairment and was ultimately taken into custody.
Suspected marijuana was also located in the vehicle. Hurley was lodged at the Marshall County Jail on preliminary charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated-controlled substance and possession of marijuana-prior.

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

PLYMOUTH — Bobbi Jo Novak,​ age 45, faces federal charges of kidnapping and criminal confinement, and abduction as federal investigators continue to work on the case.

On Tuesday,​ July 7,​ 2026,​ at approximately 11:40 am,​ the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department obtained information of an abduction of a 3-month-old child east of Plymouth.
Officers from the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, Plymouth Police Department, and Indiana State Police immediately joined the investigation. At approximately 2:08 ​pm,​ Officers from the Merrillville Police Department and U.S. Marshals Service located the vehicle in question using Flock cameras at Cleveland and 57th St. in Merrillville. The suspect was taken into custody,​ without incident,​ and the child was located and reunited with parents.

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

PLYMOUTH – A tabled request at the June 15 meeting of the Marshall County Commissioners became a hot topic on Social

Media prompting President of the Commissioners Stan Klotz to address the issue.

Steve Gorski made a request on behalf of the Plymouth American Legion for county funding to place flags on veterans’ graves throughout Marshall County that was tabled at that time, with the commissioners pointing to the large amount of nonprofit funding requests and how they should be dealt with.
In his statement Klotz highlighted a long standing practice of the county.

PLYMOUTH — On Monday, July 6,​ 2026, at 8:30 PM,​ Marshall County Deputies responded to an address on Union Road for a

suspected vehicle theft. The officer collected the information for an attempt to locate broadcast to be made.
At 12:30 AM,​ the officer was patrolling the area and observed the stolen vehicle driving eastbound on 8th Road. The officer was able to get behind the vehicle as it parked in front of a residence. The driver,​ Candice L. Thomas,​ 32, stated she was purchasing the vehicle from a third party. During the investigation,​ it was found that her driver’s license status was suspended-prior,​ as well as suspected drug paraphernalia with residue initially testing for methamphetamine located in the vehicle. She was transported to the Marshall County Jail.
During intake,​ a pill was located on her person,​ being identified as a controlled substance and a legend drug. Charges for the auto theft are still under investigation and will be forwarded to the prosecutor’s office for review.

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

Average gasoline prices in Indiana have fallen 16.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.03/g today, according to

GasBuddy’s survey of 3,271 stations in Indiana. Prices in Indiana are 40.5 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 6.5 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has decreased 11.8 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $4.758 per gallon.
The lowest reported prices at various communities around the state:
Pulaski County
Winamac — $3.29
Francesville — $3.39
Medaryville — $3.19
Starke County
Knox — $3.29
North Judson — $3.39
Hamlet — $3.39
LaPorte County
LaCrosse — $3.19
LaPorte — $2.82
Michigan City — $2.96
Wanatah — $2.95
Rolling Prairie — $3.39
Westville — $2.94
New Carlisle — $3.54
North Liberty — $3.09
Walkerton — $2.93
Marshall County
Argos — $3.09
Bourbon — $3.09
Bremen — $2.99
Culver — $3.39
LaPaz — $3.25
Plymouth — $3.04
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Indiana was priced at $2.58/g yesterday, while the most expensive was $5.09/g, a difference of $2.51/g.
The national average price of gasoline has fallen 6.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.71/g today.
“Average gasoline prices fell in nearly every state over the last week, with diesel declining in all 50, pushing the national average to approximately $3.74 per gallon this July 4 — the third most expensive Independence Day on record, but well off the peak of $4.57 per gallon seen in May,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “GasBuddy is now tracking 41 states with average gasoline prices below $4 per gallon, while 37 states are seeing average diesel prices below $5. However, continued Ukrainian attacks on Russian refinery infrastructure have forced Russia to shift from fuel exporter to importer, tightening global supplies and putting upward pressure on crack spreads — explaining why pump prices haven’t fallen as sharply as oil prices might suggest. Until the refining supply picture improves, significant further drops at the pump may be limited.”
GasBuddy is North America’s trusted fuel savings platform, helping consumers fuel up for less for over 25 years at GasBuddy.com

CULVER — The Culver Town Council will hold a pair of meetings at the Town Hall on Monday.

The first will be a work session with members of the Maxinkuckee Performing Arts Theater Foundation (MPAT) to discuss the theater project at 612 E Lakeshore Drive.
After that meeting at 6:30 p.m., the Culver Town Council will have its regular session.
The agenda includes a public hearing on an ordinance establishing a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) on Main Street between Jefferson and Madison Streets. If approved, the ordinance would allow individuals 21 years of age or older to purchase alcoholic beverages from licensed vendors and carry them within the designated DORA boundaries on Main Street between Jefferson and Madison Streets.
The public hearing provides a formal opportunity for members of the public to offer comments and input regarding the proposed ordinance.
The Council will also hear Department head reports and reports from the Town Manager and Clerk-Treasurer.

PLYMOUTH — On Tuesday,​ July 7,​ 2026,​ at approximately 11:40 am,​ the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department obtained

information of a child abduction of a 3-month old child in the area of Del Lo Me LN,​ located east of Plymouth.
Officers from the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department,​ Plymouth Police Department,​ and Indiana State Police immediately joined in an investigation. At approximately 2:08 ​pm,​ Officers from the Merrillville Police Department and US Marshall’s Office located the vehicle in question. The suspect was taken into custody,​ without incident,​ and the child was located.

PLYMOUTH — On July 2, 2026, at 10 PM, Marshall County Sheriff’s Department Deputies responded to a residence on

Michigan Road regarding a domestic disturbance.
Suspected methamphetamine was located on a man who was identified as 50-year-old Preston Hensley. K-9 Diesel conducted an open-air sniff around a vehicle on scene and alerted to the presence of narcotics. A search of the vehicle was conducted, and suspected methamphetamine was located.
The driver of the vehicle was identified as 51- year-old Stacy Neff. Hensley and Neff were both transported to the Marshall County Jail and booked for possession of methamphetamine.

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

PLYMOUTH — On Friday,​July 3, at 6:33 pm,​​ Marshall County Dispatch received a report of a man who was beaten up and

bleeding at 7719 Redwood Rd,​ Plymouth (Jellystone Campground).
Marshall County Officers and Plymouth Fire/EMS responded. During the investigation, it was discovered that a battery had occurred. John Baranski was placed into custody and transported to the Marshall County Jail. The victim was transported to the Hospital for his injuries. ​

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

PLYMOUTH – The debate over the use of FLOCK cameras by Marshall County law enforcement officials continues to heat up.

FLOCK cameras typically refer to the automated license plate reader (ALPR) systems made by Flock Safety. These AI-enabled cameras are commonly mounted on poles at intersections and freeway entrances to scan passing vehicles, track license plates, and log vehicle characteristics (make, model, color) into a shared police database.
You can see where these cameras are located by going to https://deflock.org/
A local resident with extensive knowledge of the technology involved, Don Nunemaker, came before the Commissioners to speak against the devices in the county.

Nunemaker went on to cite his concerns for infringement of Fourth Amendment rights.

Commissioner Jesse Bohannon later voiced his support of Nunemaker’s concerns.

President of the Commissioners, Stan Klotz, weighed in with a desire to move cautiously.

PLYMOUTH — On June 26, 2026, at 7:30 P.M., a Plymouth Police officer observed a vehicle traveling at 110MPH in a posted

65MPH zone on US 31 at Veterans Parkway.
A traffic stop was initiated, and the driver, Rayveon Washington, 21, of Arcadia, IN, was taken into custody without incident.
Washington was taken to the Marshall County Jail, where he was lodged for Reckless Driving and Possession of Marijuana.

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

PLYMOUTH — On the evening of July 2, 2026, at 8:30 pm, Plymouth Police were dispatched to the 400 block of West

Washington Street for an unknown issue.
It was reported that a man was violating a protection order and was last seen running from the area. Officers were able to locate the man, identified as Anner Duarte-Amador, 22, of Plymouth, a short distance away.
Following the officers’ investigation, Duarte-Amador was taken into custody and lodged at the Marshall County Jail, where he faces the preliminary charge of Invasion of Privacy.

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

PLYMOUTH — On Tuesday,​ June 30,​ 2026, at 12:46 AM,​ Marshall County Deputies initiated a traffic stop on a gold 1999

Chevrolet passenger car on Michigan Road near 6C Road.
During the investigation, it was found that the driver, Brandon M. Simmons, 31, of South Bend, was operating a vehicle without ever having received a driver’s license and had a suspended-prior driving status. He was also found to have a legend drug and was transported to Plymouth Hospital for jail clearance and was taken to the Marshall County Jail.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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National Weather Service Northern Indiana
1247 AM EDT Sat Jul 4 2026
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/00000.N.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Elkhart IN-Kosciusko IN-Marshall IN-St. Joseph IN-Starke IN-
1247 AM EDT Sat Jul 4 2026 /1147 PM CDT Fri Jul 3 2026/
…FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EDT /3 AM CDT/ EARLY THIS MORNING…
* WHAT…Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive 
  rainfall is expected.
* WHERE…Portions of north central and northern Indiana, including 
  the following counties, in north central Indiana, Kosciusko and 
  St. Joseph. In northern Indiana, Elkhart, Marshall and Starke.
* WHEN…Until 400 AM EDT /300 AM CDT/.
* IMPACTS…Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. 
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
  – At 1247 AM EDT /1147 PM CDT/, Doppler radar indicated heavy
    rain due to thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small
    stream flooding. Between 2 and 2.5 inches of rain have
    fallen.
  – Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 1.5 inches are expected
    over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
    flooding.
  – Some locations that will experience flooding include…
    Plymouth, Nappanee, Bremen, Walkerton, Bourbon, Koontz Lake,
    Locke, La Paz, Lake Of The Woods, Linkville, Inwood,
    Teegarden, Tyner, Donaldson, Grovertown and Gravelton.
  – http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Instructions:

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Governor Mike Braun announced Thursday he is extending his suspension of Indiana’s gas taxes.

“Affordability is my top priority,” said Braun. “I am once again extending these gas tax savings to make life more affordable for Hoosier families. Hoosiers will be able to celebrate 250 years of American independence this Fourth of July with the cheapest gas in America.”
Governor Braun’s suspension of the Gasoline Usage Tax and Gasoline Excise Tax will last for an additional 30 days.
This week, Governor Mike Braun directed his administration to reimburse local governments for any gas tax revenue lost while the ongoing energy emergency is in effect, saying, “We are running government more efficiently, and as a result, we have the resources to offer tax relief while supporting local partners.”

PLYMOUTH — Marshall County Auditor Angie Johnson Birchmeier has been selected to serve as a member of the Association of

Indiana Counties (AIC) Legislative Committee for 2026. Birchmeier currently serves as the Treasurer for the Indiana Auditors’ Association as well as the Chairperson of the Legislative Committee for the Auditors’ Association.
The AIC Legislative Committee held the initial kick-off meeting on Friday, June 26, 2026.  Several items were discussed pertaining to local government. The Committee consists of a diverse group of local officials from Clerks and Commissioners to Highway Superintendents and Surveyors.  Collaboration and unity amongst the offices are necessary.
Birchmeier has been a public servant for nearly three decades. She worked for the City of Plymouth for twenty years before being elected Marshall County Treasurer in 2016, and then elected Auditor in 2022.
A lifelong resident of Marshall County, Birchmeier is a graduate of Plymouth High School and Indiana University South Bend.  She and her husband Jeff live in the community where they raised their son, Gage, who just completed his first year of college.
“AIC does great work for counties throughout Indiana, and to be chosen to serve on the AIC Legislative Committee is an honor,” stated Birchmeier.  “I look forward to being part of a solution to help the voices of local government be heard.”
More information about the Association of Indiana Counties can be found through the Association of Indiana Counties: https://www.indianacounties.org.
The Marshall County Auditor’s Office is in Room 205 of the Marshall County Building and is open to the public from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday.  Residents are welcome to call us at 574-935-8555 with any questions.