More ice and snow is headed our way. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Starke, Marshall and Kosciusko Counties from this afternoon through tomorrow morning. Continue reading
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Bitter Cold Temperatures Prompt Wind Chill Advisory
Old Man Winter is making himself right at home. A wind chill advisory is in effect for LaPorte, Starke, Pulaski, Fulton, Marshall and Kosciusko Counties from late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon. Continue reading
Bremen ISP Post Receives AED Donation
State troopers from the Bremen post have access to potentially life-saving equipment thanks to the continued generosity of a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting heart health. Continue reading
Potawatomi Wildlife Park Hosting Bird Census Event
Area wildlife enthusiasts can take part in a nationwide holiday tradition at local park this weekend. Continue reading
Marshall County Sheriff’s Department Promotes Nixle Alerts
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department urges residents to sign up for a free alert service to receive potentially life-saving information. Continue reading
Season’s First Winter Storm Packs a Whallop
The first winter storm of the season cut into the weekend for snow plow drivers. Continue reading
State Fire Marshal Shares Tips for Home Heating Safety
The most wonderful time of the year can also be one of the most dangerous if proper precautions are not taken to safely heat homes as temperatures drop.
Indiana State Fire Marshal Jim Greeson says home fires occur more often in winter than in any other season, and alternative heating sources, such as space heaters, are involved in roughly one out of every six of those fires. Continue reading
Don’t Fall Victim to Tax Scams
The IRS warns taxpayers of several scams that are making the rounds as 2016 draws to a close. Perpetrators of fraud use the telephone, email and traditional mail to try to scam unsuspecting people out of their money or personal information. Continue reading
Plymouth Police Warn of ATM Skimmers
Plymouth Police warn that skimmers have been discovered on several ATMS in the area. They are devices placed their by a third party to steal a customer’s information. Continue reading
Plymouth School Board Approves Superintendent Contract
The Plymouth Community School Board Monday approved a contract extension for Superintendent Dan Tyree. The extension is effective from July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2019. Compensation is retroactive to July 1, 2016. Continue reading
Passenger Killed, Driver Airlifted Following Four-Vehicle U.S. 31 Wreck
U.S. 31 is open to traffic again in Marshall County after a four-vehicle crash early this morning claimed a life. Continue reading
South Gateway Plans to Be Outlined During Public Meeting
Marshall County residents can learn more about the proposed South Gateway development in downtown Plymouth during a public forum next week. Architect and developer Scott Sivan will present the latest conceptual renderings and site plan for the residential resurgence project on Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 5:30 p.m. in the old NIPSCO building at the corner of S. Michigan and LaPorte Streets. Continue reading
Ancilla Officials Urge Prospective College Students to Research Scholarships, Complete FAFSA
Admissions officials at Ancilla College say December is prime time for students to begin applying for scholarships to pay their tuition next year. Continue reading
Flags to be Lowered to Mark Pearl Harbor Anniversary
Vice President-elect Gov. Mike Pence is directing flags at all state facilities to be lowered to half-staff at sunrise today to mark a somber anniversary. Continue reading
Driver Jailed Following Road Rage Wreck
Police in Marshall County believe road rage is to blame for a two-vehicle accident that ended with a trip to jail for one of the drivers. It happened just after 1 p.m. Sunday afternoon in the area of U.S. 6 and Sycamore Road, according to the incident report. Continue reading
Both Drivers Injured in Two-Vehicle Wreck
A South Bend woman was airlifted to a Fort Wayne Hospital Monday afternoon with multiple injuries following a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Fir Road and Lincoln Highway. Continue reading
Support Marshall County United Way With Gift and Golf 2017
Take care of the golfer on your list while helping the United Way of Marshall County. Their popular Give and Golf Cards are available for 2017. Continue reading
Marshall County Voter Turnout Tops State Average
Marshal County exceeded the state average voter turnout in the November 2016 General Election, according to figures released by the Indiana Secretary of State’s Office. Continue reading
Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum Accepting Guest Engineer Reservations
If you’ve got a train enthusiast on your Christmas list, the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity available for him or her. They are taking reservations now for their 2017 guest engineer program. Continue reading
Culver Prepares for Community Christmas Celebration
Get in the Christmas spirit tonight in Culver with the lighting of the community tree and more. Continue reading
