It’s Indiana State Fair time and that means the Hoosier Homestead awards will handed out by the Lt. Governor late next week.
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‘Farmer Selfie’ Looks to Promote Awareness, Donations
The Indiana Family of Farmers is looking for a way to engage State Fairgoers on social media, and it’s for a good cause.
Bourbon Police to Participate in Enforcement Campaign
Officers from the Bourbon Police Department will be taking part in an upcoming grant funded Operation Pull Over blitz. The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign gets under way Aug. 12 and concludes Sept. 5. Continue reading
INDOT Announces Groundbreaking for New Plymouth Facility
The Indiana Department of Transportation will break ground next week on a new base of operations in Plymouth. The 40,000 square foot facility at the intersection of Commerce Street and Pioneer Drive will house a 22,000 foot, state of the art operations center and an 18,000 foot salt and Cargill brine making building. Continue reading
INDOT Officials Reviewing Community Crossings Grant Applications
INDOT officials are reviewing nearly 1,600 applications for matching grant funding for local road and bridge improvement projects. They were submitted by 325 communities across the state. All are seeking their share of funds from the Community Crossings program set up this year by the Indiana General Assembly. Continue reading
Marshall County Prods Company About Justice Center Solar Capabilities
Marshall County is considering how to lower its utility costs with a potential investment in solar technology.
During Monday morning’s County Commissioners meeting, Jim Straeter with Pres Ag Technologies, explained the potential benefits of solar at the Marshall County Justice Center.
Restrictions Start Today for Plymouth Street Sealing
The City of Plymouth will be sealing streets over the next few days, weather permitting. Starting today and continuing through tomorrow they will be working on South Michigan Street between the Yellow River and Oakhill Ave. Continue reading
Multiple Charges Filed Against Car Chase Suspect Following Officer Involved Shooting
Charges against a Milford man have been announced following an officer involved shooting last week.
County Commissioners Approve Dispatch Agreements
Marshall County’s rural areas will continue receiving dispatch assistance past January 1st.
Hardesty Leaves Lasting Legacy at Ancilla College
A longtime supporter of Ancilla College will continue to offer posthumous support to the two-year private school. Starke County Philanthropist Jim Hardesty was an Ancilla College trustee and also founded the Starke County Community Foundation. Continue reading
Paddleboard Reported Stolen from Lake Max Home
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of a paddleboard from a lakefront home in Culver. It was taken early Sunday morning from a home in the 100 block of West Shore Drive, according to the incident report. Continue reading
Sheriff’s Department Upgrades Dash Cams
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department is updating several of the dash cameras in its police cruisers.
During Monday morning’s Marshall County Commissioner’s meeting, Sheriff Matt Hassel made the request to purchase three new dash cams. The catch is that the company typically used for such purchases is getting out of the business.
Bourbon Police Traffic Stop Results in Arrest
An Indianapolis man faces charges in Marshall County following a Friday night traffic stop by Bourbon Police. Continue reading
Plymouth School Board to Review Teacher Evaluation Plan
The Plymouth School Board will consider the adoption of an updated teacher evaluation model when they meet Tuesday evening.
Indiana Farm Bureau Seeks Strategic Plan Input
Indiana Farm Bureau members can help determine the organization’s future direction for by attending a strategic plan meeting. They are free and open to all members, who are welcome to attend whichever meeting is most convenient. No registration is required. INFB President Randy Kron says hopes that will help to build a plan to serve the entire membership and meet future needs. Continue reading
Commissioners to Consider Car Videos for Marshall County Police
The Marshall County Commissioners have quite a bit to consider during their Monday morning meeting.
Culver Beach Season Winds Down
Culver Beach patrons have but a couple of weeks to enjoy the full amenities of the popular summertime spot. The dawn of a new academic year means many of the staff are returning to either high school or college. Continue reading
Town of Bourbon Hires New Police Officer
The town of Bourbon has a new full-time police officer. Town Clerk Kim Berger swore in 38-year-old Carl Amsen on Friday. He’s a Bourbon native and Triton High School graduate who served five years in the United States Marine Corps. Continue reading
Travel App Looks to Inform Hoosiers About Driving Conditions
A mobile app created by the state of Indiana will begin bringing county travel status updates in real time to residents and visitors to the Hoosier state.
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DNR Takes Applications Through August for Reserved Hunts
Applications will be accepted until the end of August for reserved hunts in the state of Indiana.
