The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department will once again be taking part in a leadership camp that looks to attract youth interested in law enforcement careers.
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Small Fire Contained Following Static Electricity Build-up
A small fire at a Plymouth business was kept from spreading after static electricity ignited some materials at the site.
Officials Warn of Publisher’s Clearing House Scam
Scammers claiming to represent Publisher’s Clearinghouse are making the rounds in the area. Continue reading
Organ Recital Scheduled at Culver Academies
Area residents will be able to enjoy an organ recital on the campus of the Culver Academies on April 17th.
Gov. Pence Signs Regional Cities Bill During Goshen Appearance
Governor Mike Pence appeared in Goshen on Wednesday to ceremonially sign legislation that looks to boost Northern Indiana’s quality of place.
The Regional Cities program – which is funded through Tax Amnesty dollars – is designed to partner public and private investment, and lead to projects that dramatically improve an area’s quality of place.
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Drug Investigation Leads to Three Arrests
An investigation by the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department into reports of illegal drug activity resulted in three arrests. Sheriff’s Deputies and officers from the Plymouth Police Department and Marshall County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at a home in the 9200 block of State Road 17 in Plymouth on Tuesday. Continue reading
Culver Named Stellar Communities Program Finalist
The Town of Culver has been named a finalist for Indiana’s 2016 Stellar Communities program.
Bourbon Announcement May Mean Purchase of Former Amerimax Site
The Town of Bourbon is slated for a major announcement next Tuesday, but information about the event has been kept to a minimum.
Marshall County Economic Development Corporation Director Jerry Chavez previewed the affair during Monday morning’s County Commissioners meeting. The event – which will take place at Bourbon Town Hall on April 12th – has only been described as an exciting new development to residents and businesses.
Plymouth Officials Celebrate Love’s Grand Opening
The new Love’s Truck Stop on U.S. 30 west of Plymouth is officially open for business following a Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony. Continue reading
Mixed Weather Offers Test for Local Gardeners
Weather so far this spring has been a bit of a rollercoaster in Northern Indiana, presenting a bit of a challenge to area plant enthusiasts.
Warmer temperatures in March, and a wintry mix predicted this week are prompting a few recommendations from Purdue Extension Agricultural Educator Phil Woolery. He says the more a plant has developed, the more likely it is to be affected by colder temperatures.
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IRS Scam Callers Targeting Local Residents
Income taxes are due in a few weeks, and telephone scammers are looking to profit at the expense of unsuspecting victims. This call came from 775-981-0059.
County Commissioners Give Approval for Hazard Mitigation Grant
The Marshall County Emergency Management Agency Department is looking to update its Hazard Mitigation Plan, and they’re hoping to receive grant funds to do it.
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Absentee Voting Begins Tuesday in Marshall County
Tuesday marks the first day local election offices will accept absentee ballots cast in the May 3rd primary election.
Plymouth Cop Busts Counterfeiters During Traffic Stop
A Sunday afternoon traffic stop by a Plymouth Police officer on U.S. 30 near Oak Drive led to the arrests of five Fort Wayne residents on counterfeiting charges. The officer reportedly found numerous counterfeit $100 bills in the vehicle, including uncut copied bills and a printer, according to a news release. Continue reading
Commissioners Consider Grant Request for Hazard Mitigation
The Marshall County Commissioners will consider providing permission for a hazard mitigation plan from the County’s EMA Department this morning.
Voter Registration Deadline is Today
Today marks the final day for Indiana residents to register to vote in the May 3rd Primary Election. Continue reading
Wind Advisory in Effect Through Tonight
The entire listening area is under a wind advisory until 8 p.m. this evening. Continue reading
Indiana Maintains Coveted AAA Bond Rating
One of the three major bond rating agencies has reaffirmed Indiana’s AAA credit rating. Continue reading
TASK Group Continues School Referendum Promotion
An Argos organization promoting the passage of a property tax levy increase continued promoting the cause Thursday night.
Taxpayers for Argos Schools and Kids (TASK) held a community forum at the Argos United Methodist Church to discuss the measure – which will head to ballot referendum during May 3rd’s primary election.
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Culver Considers Park Department Revamp
The future of the Culver Park Board may be in jeopardy following a proposal by the Town Council, last week.
A public hearing has been scheduled for April 14th to consider the measure which will both rescind the ordinance establishing an independent park board, and placing it under the purview of the Town Council.
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