The Marshall County Commissioners will consider a change to its contract with an aerial imaging company, Tuesday morning.
Marshall Commissioners Consider Right of Way on Nutmeg Road
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Sen. Donnelly Looks for Solutions to Rural Problems
U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly addressed issues important to rural residents at a summit held last week in Washington, D. C.
Federal Same Sex Marriage Law Celebrates Anniversary
There are a lot of first wedding anniversaries being celebrated by couples who raced to the altar after the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage across the nation last year. Former Freedom to Marry President Evan Wolfson says many of those couples thought they’d never be able to make their union legal. Since the court’s decision, more than a million people have gotten married. Wolfson says most Americans have been embracing them. Continue reading
Accident Claims Life of Recent Plymouth School Corporation Retiree
A recent retiree from the Plymouth Community School Corporation was killed last night in an accident at his home. Continue reading
Protect Your Eyes from Fireworks Injuries
An area ophthalmologist says it’s not a coincidence that July is Eye Injury Awareness Month. Dr. Scott Buck with the Northwest Indiana Eye and Laser Center says emergency rooms are full of patients with fireworks-related injuries to the eyes. Continue reading
IDHS Provides Holiday Safety Tips Prior to Community Celebrations
The Indiana Department of Homeland Security says that if you’re planning to attend a large event this holiday weekend, it’s important to keep a few things in mind.
Bremen Gas Leak Capped, Evacuation Order Lifted
Things are returning to normal in Bremen after a gas leak caused widespread evacuations in the community. An INDOT contractor struck a gas line near Woodie’s Supermarket in on Bowen Avenue yesterday afternoon, according to officials with the Bremen Police Department and Marshall County Emergency Management Agency. Continue reading
Plymouth Schools Continue Brick Fundraiser for New Football Turf
The campaign continues to raise funds for renovation projects on Plymouth High School’s athletic facilities.
Bourbon Police Issue Traffic Safety Reminder
Keep your Independence Day weekend celebration safe by designating a driver. That reminder comes from the Bourbon Police Department in partnership with the Governor’s Council on Impaired & Dangerous Driving and the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute.
Officer Matt Geiger with the Bourbon Police Department says they will be stepping up enforcement over the weekend and will be on the lookout for impaired drivers. Continue reading
Renewed Indiana Accident Law Begins Friday
Starting Friday, Indiana is implementing a new law related to traffic accidents in the state.
Cheap Gas, Hotel Costs Increase Holiday Travel Numbers
More than 1-million Hoosiers will be traveling this holiday weekend according to analysts with AAA.
Gas Leak Forces Evacuation in Bremen
A major gas leak in Bremen is causing evacuations in the community.
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest
A Winona Lake man faces numerous drug charges following a Wednesday night traffic stop. Continue reading
Culver Chips Away at Main Street Parking Lot Work
A parking lot in the 200 block of South Main Street in Culver is seeing work progress.
The striping and paving on the parking lot have been completed, something that Town Manager Jonathan Leist said progressed nicely. At this point in the upgrades, however, Culver is responsible for lighting, fencing, signage, and screening in the parking lot.
VA Official Discuses PTSD Diagnoses, Treatment
Almost 25-million people in the United States are living with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, according to the support group PTSD United. That includes thousands of Hoosiers who have suffered a traumatic event, from crimes or natural disasters to events surrounding military service. Continue reading
Beware of Email Scam
Area residents are receiving emails purported to be from a Knox pastor raising money for a grant to assist needy people. The request gives a telephone number and requests that you send money with a pre-paid card from Walmart. The entire effort is a scam. Report any contact to local law enforcement officials.
Stabbing Suspect Sentenced to 12 Years Following Guilty Plea
A Plymouth man was sentenced to 12 years in prison on Wednesday for his alleged involvement in a 2015 stabbing.
According to the Marshall County Prosecutor’s office, 33-year-old Robert James was arrested after Plymouth Police were called to the 500 block of Pennsylvania Avenue on March 29th, 2015.
Moped Chase Loses Suspect, Investigation Underway
Plymouth Police say they are searching for a suspect who escaped police following an hours-long pursuit.
Culver Updates Sewer Rate Ordinance for Future Developments
The Culver Town Council is updating its Sewer Rate Ordinance, and now they’re accommodating new development in the community.
Ancilla College Prepares for Autism Education Center
Ancilla College says it intends to use grant funds to help develop programs for those diagnosed with Aspeger’s Spectrum Disorder.
The Ball Brothers Venture Fund helped provide $75-thousand worth of grants for various projects through the Independent Colleges of Indiana. Ancilla College’s share of the benefits is just more than $20-thousand.
