Marshall County is under a yellow level travel advisory due to several flooded roads. That means routine travel or activities may be restricted in some areas due to a hazardous situation. Motorists should use caution or avoid those areas. Do not try to drive around barricaded roads. Emergency officials say the barricades are in place to protect drivers from a potentially dangerous situation. Continue reading
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National Weather Service Issues Local Flood Warning
A flood warning is in effect for much of the area until mid-afternoon. Areas covered by the warning from the National Weather Service include Starke, Northwestern Marshall, Northwestern Pulaski, Southeastern LaPorte and St. Joseph Counties. Since yesterday, between 4 and 8 inches of rain have fallen over the warning area, with additional showers expected to bring between one-fourth and one-half inch of additional rainfall. Continue reading
Memorial Forest Entrance Due for Eagle Scout Upgrades
Veteran’s Memorial Forest in Marshall County will be getting a bit of a facelift in the near future.
During Monday morning’s Marshall County Commissioner’s meeting, it was proposed to clean-up the entrance of the forest off of 14th Road and develop a parking space for visitors. It’s part of an Eagle Scout project being undertaken by Daniel Stauffer from Troupe 257.
History Cruise Delves into Vonnegut Family History
A special history boat cruise in Culver will focus on the area’s literary history.
Argos Man Arrested for Driving Stolen Car
Marshall County officers arrested an Argos man in the early hours on Sunday after it was discovered he was driving a stolen car.
Youngster Airlifted Following Off-Road Vehicle Crash
A 13-year-old Plymouth boy sustained serious injuries in a Saturday off-road vehicle crash in Marshall County. Continue reading
National Weather Service Warns of Possible Flash Flooding
Flash flooding is possible as rain moves through the area today. The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for the entire listening area from 2 p.m. EDT/1 p.m. CDT through tomorrow morning. Continue reading
Marshall County Plans to Discuss Honor Rewards Program
The Marshall County Commissioners will consider the approval of an Eagle Scout project when they meet Monday morning.
Internship Opportunities Expanding for Fall Semester in Indiana
The Indiana Commission for Higher Education is promoting more opportunities through the EARN Indiana program.
Bison-Tennial Public Arts Project Unveiled in Plymouth
Marshall County is now home to Jibey the bison. That’s the name chosen for the commemorative Bison-tennial statue unveiled Friday at the Marshall County Historical Society Museum in Plymouth.
Kathy Zentz with Heartland Artists Gallery says 11 Heartland artists spent nearly 200 hours painting the statue. She says the scenes on the five-foot tall animal depict the different communities and townships in Marshall County. His mane features the names of towns from days gone by, or places like Burr Oak and Donaldson that have shrunk considerably over the past 200 years. Continue reading
NIPSCO Issues Reminder to Use 811 Before Summer Building Projects End
NIPSCO is sending out one final reminder for those summer building and landscaping projects.
DHS Makes Safety Recommendations for Returning College Students
With the fall college semester approaching, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security is recommending a few tips to keep students safe.
Bison Sculpture Dedication Friday in Plymouth
The fiberglass bison sculpture delivered to Marshall County in May of this year is ready for its dedication.
Culver Misses Out on Stellar, but Intends Future Attempts
The Indiana Lieutenant Governor’s office announced the winner of this year’s Indiana Stellar Community designation, and a local community just missed out on the top prize.
Suspect Arrested After Threatening Woman, Police
A Plymouth man who reportedly threatened to kill several people faces numerous felony charges following his Tuesday morning arrest by Plymouth Police. Continue reading
Culver Examines Possible Ambulance Purchase
The Town of Culver is looking to purchase a new ambulance to combat a slightly aging fleet.
A committee is working to identify the best ambulance for Culver in the future. Specification options have been gathered by the group, but the changes from the current ambulance to the new purchase are pretty limited according to Tuesday night’s discussion.
INDOT Breaks Ground on Plymouth Substation
Marshall County will soon be home to a new, state-of-the-art INDOT maintenance facility. State and local officials broke ground yesterday on the $7.2 million project on Pioneer Drive north of U.S. 30. It will serve as a base of operations and salt building for the Plymouth Sub District. INDOT Statewide Director of Facilities Management Steve McAvoy says the existing facility dates to 1978 and is no longer capable of meeting the agency’s needs with regard to maintaining roads during the winter months. Continue reading
Culver Anticipates Stellar Communities Announcement
The Town of Culver is waiting in anticipation for the announcement of the winner of this year’s Stellar Communities designation.
Marshall County Council Amends Police Pension Plan
The Marshall County Council has amended the Police Retirement Plan used by the county.
Overturned Semi Avoids Injuries in U.S. 30 Crash
A semi-tractor trailer traveled off the side of the roadway in Marshall County on Tuesday.
