The lack of a license plate resulted in a trip to jail for a Mentone woman following a Thursday night traffic stop by a Marshall County Police Officer. He stopped a car driven by 21-year-old Sydney N. Livengood on northbound Michigan Road near U.S. 6 around 8:30 p.m., according to the incident report. Continue reading
Driver Arrested Following Friday Morning Traffic Stop
An early morning traffic stop leads to the arrest of an Etna Green woman on drug charges. Continue reading
Culver Town Council Prepares for Meeting Over Possible CVS Remodel
The Town of Culver is preparing additional steps that may lead to an eventual remodel of the Town’s CVS Pharmacy location.
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Warsaw Man Arrested Following Plymouth Traffic Stop
A 23-year-old Warsaw man is facing possession charges after a traffic stop in Plymouth on Thursday.
Gun Reported Stolen in Plymouth
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the recent theft of a weapon from a vehicle. Continue reading
Marshall County Prepares for All Scenarios During State Road Funding Talks
Marshall County may be readying for a lack of state action on road funding.
During Monday morning’s Marshall County Commissioners meeting, a matter was reviewed arising from discussions with local government officials at Swan Lake Country Club.
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Culver Considers Emergency Preparedness
Is the Town of Culver ready for a sustained emergency event?
That’s the question Marshall County’s EMA Director Clyde Avery wanted members of the Culver Town Council to ask themselves. Avery presented before the Council on Tuesday both to introduce himself to new members, but also to bring Culver up-to-date on what is expected while preparing for possible emergencies.
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TASK Organization to Provide Community Education Prior to Tax Vote
Taxpayers for Argos Schools and Kids is planning several upcoming events to brief the public on a possible increase to their property tax levy.
Whether to apply an additional $.61 per $100 of assessed valuation will go to ballot referendum during May 3rd’s primary election. If approved by voters, about $1-million in revenue is expected to be generated to retain both teachers and extracurricular programs.
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Database Sought for Tracking Registered Buggies
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department is hoping to be able to better track license plates for buggies registered in the county.
Earlier this year, the Marshall County Commissioners established an ordinance outlining the procedures and fees. Buggies used by local Amish populations are thought to cause damage to local roadways, but prior to the ordinance adoption, a fee is not applied to their registration to help pay a portion of the damage costs.
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Culver May Revisit Flouride Issue
It was thought the issue was settled last year. Not so fast, says a reshuffled Culver Town Council.
Flouridating the Town of Culver’s drinking water supply was considered late last year as part of engineering plans for a new water treatment facility currently under construction. Talks were quite contentious with dentists and medical professionals voicing their support for adding fluoride. You can also search for best dentist near me to sort out any kind of dental issues.
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Cocaine Possession Charges Filed Against Chicago Man Following Warrant Arrest
A Chicago man was arrested following a traffic stop in Marshall County on Sunday for cocaine-related charges.
Plymouth Man Arrested on Multiple Charges
An 18-year-old Plymouth man faces numerous charges after he allegedly broke into a house and beat up a resident. Continue reading
Education Funding Efforts Ramp Up in Argos
An Argos-based group is hoping to influence public opinion to support a tax increase for local schools this May.
The Taxpayers for Argos Schools and Kids (TASK) group plans several public events to help raise awareness of the budget difficulties faced by the Argos Community School Corporation. Argos is no different than many other school corporations, where reductions in student population translate to a reduction in funding.
Sheriff’s Department Looks to Purchase Deputies Off-Duty Weapons for Added Protections
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department is planning to encourage deputies to begin carrying weapons while off-duty.
The proposal was brought forward by Sheriff Matt Hassel. Should Sheriff’s Deputies begin carrying weapons while conducting their personal routine business within the county, it is thought an added layer of protection would be in place.
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Culver Town Council Continues Push on Several Ordinances
The Culver Town Council will continue discussions on a few zoning changes for the local CVS Pharmacy.
The company that owns the location has requested of the Town to make an alley behind the location a one-way. That would create the possibility of a drive-thru window for prescription pick-ups.
Marshall Commissioners to Learn About Gypsy Moth
The Marshall County Commissioners plan to learn a bit about Gypsy Moths during their meeting this morning.
Zika Virus Prompts Spring Break Travel Warning
Spring Break is the time of the year when people often head to warm, tropical places for vacation. But this year, pregnant women and their partners might want to rethink that, in light of health warnings about the Zika virus. It continues to spread in places like Brazil, Mexico, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Dr. Jen Brown with the Indiana State Department of Health says although a state resident was diagnosed with Zika last month, she doesn’t expect a widespread outbreak here. Continue reading
CASA Day at the Statehouse Scheduled Monday
Volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) will gather at the Indiana State House on Monday to show support for the program and raise awareness of the needs of abused and neglected children. Continue reading
Sen. Donnelly Calls Pence’s Blame Disappointing in Carrier Statement
U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly is criticizing Governor Mike Pence’s plans to persuade executives with Carrier and United Technologies to keep their operations in Indiana.
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Bourbon Break-In Under Investigation
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a break-in at a Bourbon area home. Continue reading