One juvenile is in custody after an alleged threat was intercepted through a Snapchat thread.
Triton Community School Superintendent Jeremy Riffle said the alleged threat was discovered Wednesday afternoon.
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Injured Plymouth Officer Not to Lose Wages, Benefits
A Plymouth police officer injured in the line of duty will not lose any pay or benefit time as he recovers from surgery.
Debris Collection Underway in Plymouth
The Plymouth Street Department is working to help residents remove debris from the recent flood event. The collection effort will continue through the month of March.
It is encouraged to separate any unwanted debris on the curb in front of the residence or business. Separate electronics into its own pile as well as appliances and furnaces, tires, and sandbags. Drywall, carpet, wood and furniture needs to be in their own single pile.
Culver School Superintendent Updates Town Council on Safety
The Culver Police Department is making their presence known around the Culver Community School Corporation.
Worship Security Training Set for Tonight
Marshall County Sheriff Matt Hassel is offering a training session to those in charge of places of worship who would like to keep their congregation safe from potential critical incidents.
The Indiana Sheriff’s Association has materials available to help church personnel create a plan that will help prevent violent acts and how to react to an incident if one occurs during worship services.
Plymouth Street Department, Park Department Assessing Damage
Over 400 tons of sand was hauled in to fill sandbags for Plymouth residents. Street Superintendent Jim Marquardt told the Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety members Monday night that about $3,500 was spent to haul the sand and get sand bags. He said the sand bags don’t store very well, but will do what he can.
Building Permits Waived for Flood Victims
The Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety members approved a request from Building Inspector Keith Hammonds to waive a permit fee for flood victims attempting to rebuild after sustaining damage.
Free Tetanus Shots Offered by the Marshall County Health Department
The Marshall County Health Department will offer free tetanus booster shots for those who have been working in and around flood waters.
Bid Approved for Damore Amphitheater in Culver
The Culver Town Council members approved the lowest bid received for the proposed Damore Amphitheater project in the Culver Town Park.
The lowest bid was from Easterday Construction in the amount of $131,450. Town Attorney Jim Clevenger will review the construction contract before Council President Ginny Bess Munroe signs the document.
Plymouth Street Department to Assist Residents with Flood Cleanup
The Plymouth City Council took action to assist those affected with flood damage with cleanup efforts.
A resolution was passed Monday night that moves $100,000 within the Motor Vehicle Highway Fund into contractual services for relief efforts. Street Department Superintendent Jim Marquardt said residents and businesses suffering damage from the flood should separate drywall, carpeting and wood items from electronics and appliances and place it in an area to be picked up. Chemicals will be under the jurisdiction of the Solid Waste District. The debris will be picked up by members of the street department and disposed of as necessary.
Culver Town Council to Meet Tonight
The Culver Town Council will consider awarding a bid for the proposed Damore Amphitheater when they meet tonight. The council members opened four bids for the amphitheater during their last meeting where the lowest base bid was $131,450 and the highest base bid was $189,355.
Local Police Agencies to Join Operation Pull Over Blitz
With the St. Patrick’s Day holiday approaching along with the NCAA Tournament, police agencies across the state will be increasing dangerous and impaired driving patrols beginning March 2 through March 25.
John Glenn School Corporation Named Four Star School
The John Glenn School Corporation was recently named a Four Star School by the Indiana Department of Education.
In order to be considered a Four Star School, a school must have received an “A” grade on the state’s A-F accountability system for the 2016-2017 school year, tested 95 percent of students on the ISTEP English/Language Arts and Math tests, and the combined pass percentage of both tests in grades tested must be in the top 25 percentile.
Community Table of Marshall County Addresses Flooding Relief Efforts
County and city officials, along with other departments and organizations focused on disaster relief efforts met Monday morning to address needs. It’s been a community effort and all leaders commented that the community’s response has been overwhelming. Those attending offered several pieces of information to help those picking up after the damage.
Today is Doc Bowen Day in Marshall County
Today is Doc Bowen Day as proclaimed by the Marshall County Commissioners.
Marshall County officials and the Town of Bremen are recognizing what would have been Dr. Otis R. Bowen’s 100th birthday today.
Commissioner Kurt Garner read the proclamation aloud to those in attendance at last week’s commissioners meeting.
Plymouth BOW, City Council to Meet Tonight
The Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety will meet tonight where the members will ratify an executive order designating a watch level travel advisory due to flood conditions. The board is also expected to receive reports from department heads and City Engineer Rick Gaul who has a discussion topic concerning the traffic signal at the intersection of Oakhill/Soice and Michigan Street.
Doc Bowen Exhibit on Display at Marshall County Museum
The Marshall County Museum is celebrating the life of Dr. Otis R. Bowen.
The museum is recognizing what was to be his 100th birthday on Monday, Feb. 26 in a special historic display of the former governor and the man who served as the Secretary of Health and Human Serves under President Ronald Reagan, among many other lifetime achievements.
Highway Projects Approved for 2022
Marshall County Highway Superintendent Jason Peters received information from INDOT about a recent call for projects for the year 2022.
Peters submitted information on phase two of the Veteran’s Parkway, Bridge No. 120 and Bridge No. 87. He learned on Friday, Feb. 16 that the two bridge projects were approved for funding but the Veteran’s Parkway was not approved for funding.
Marshall County Highway Supervisor Presents Proposed 2018 Road Program
Marshall County Highway Supervisor Jason Peters presented the proposed 2018 road program to the county commissioners Monday morning.
Peters noted that the list may change with how the roads shape up after winter operation assessments and flooding issues experienced in the county.
Inmates Assist with Sandbag Needs in Marshall County
Inmates at the Marshall County Jail assisted community members in need of sandbags on Tuesday.
Marshall County Sheriff Matt Hassel and officers transported inmates to the Marshall County Highway Department where the trustees worked to fill hundreds of sandbags for area residents to deter the threat of flooding. The inmates were under the supervision of Marshall County Community Corrections Field Officers.
