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
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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.
Bicentennial Torchbearers to Be Announced Today
Lt. Gov. Eric Holcomb will announce the names of the 2,200 Hoosiers selected to carry Indiana’s Bicentennial Torch during a ceremony today at the state capitol. Continue reading
Grand Marshal Named for Yellowstone Trail Fest Parade
A lifelong Hamlet resident is the grand marshal for this year’s Yellowstone Trail Festival Parade. Jim Cooley is known as the Hamlet Inventor. He’s been tinkering since his teenage years, when he worked at Jones’ Repair Shop. Cooley did body work, mechanical repairs, painting and whatever else needed done on a vehicle. He also got hands-on lessons about gyrocopter manufacturing from Merle Jones. Continue reading
Five Receive Medical Treatment Following Buggy Crash
Injuries were reported on Monday evening in Marshall County following a vehicle versus buggy collision.
Culver Town Council Considers Sewer Rate Changes
The Culver Town Council will consider a change to its sewer rate ordinance when it meets this evening.
Plymouth FOP Deems “Cops and Bobbers” Fishing Event a Success
Plymouth’s Fraternal Order of Police is working to get kids outdoors, and give them a more positive perspective.
The organization held its first ever “Cops and Bobbers” event on Saturday. The gathering was designed to take children around the age of 10-years-old fishing while providing a bit of education about what law enforcement does.
State Fire Marshal Informs Hoosiers About Fireworks Laws
As Independence Day draws near, the State Fire Marshal’s office is reminding Hoosiers about fireworks laws currently on the books.
In Indiana, the person setting off the fireworks may be held liable for damage to any property. In addition, fireworks are only allowed to be discharged on the owner’s property, or on the property of someone who has consented to it. Some communities may have specially designated areas for fireworks usage.
Dairy Trail Brings Farm Facts to Northern Indiana Region
The Marshall County Economic Development Corporation is recognizing a bit of recent progress. That includes an event being held today called the Dairy Trail. MCEDC says the six-county region encompassing Elkhart, Kosciusko, LaGrange, Marshall, Noble and St. Joseph counties has more dairy farms than any other part of the state. Continue reading
Police Arrest Georgia Man for Pill Possession
Marshall County Police have arrested a Georgia man on prescription drug charges.
ISP Talks Drugs with Amish Community
The Indiana State Police are conducting more outreach for local Amish populations in the state.
Recently, troopers addressed a crowd in Elkhart County about the warning signs and dangers of drug use. The use of narcotics, such as heroin, has been identified as impacting members of the Amish community particularly hard in the Hoosier state.
Marshall Commissioners Recommend Funding Elevator Upgrades
Aging elevators at the Marshall County Courthouse are prompting the maintenance department to recommend a fix.
The Courthouse in Plymouth has two elevators, north and south, that have been a mixture of benefits and problems for the maintenance crew. A company is contracted to help maintain the elevators, which has advised the elevators are aging past their usefulness.
Man Arrested at Bourbon Little League Game with Felony Warrant
The Bourbon Police Department is releasing details on an arrest at a recent little league game.
EMA Officials Offer Severe Weather Tips
Severe weather is possible across much of Indiana this afternoon and evening. The northern third of the state is at a moderate risk for severe weather, according to the National Weather Service. The main threats are damaging winds, large hail, heavy rain and tornadoes. Continue reading
Marshall County Adopts Flood Hazard Changes
Marshall County is taking the advice of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources for managing flood hazard areas in the county.
Drug Investigation Leads to Arrest of Four Marshall County Residents
Warsaw Police conducted undercover investigations last year that resulted in several recent arrests in Marshall County.
Prosecutor Neslon Chipman announced the charges Tuesday afternoon against four individuals after commending the Warsaw Police Department’s efforts and investigation.
