A Plymouth woman was taken to a South Bend Hospital on Wednesday after first responders say she sustained injuries in a single vehicle crash.
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Travel Restrictions Eased in Many Areas
Road conditions are improving significantly now that the storm system that dropped several inches of snow has moved through the area. All of the red level travel warnings have been lifted. That means travel is no longer restricted to emergencies only. Continue reading
Warmer Weather Forecast for Weekend
Milder weather is on the way for the weekend. Today’s high is expected to hover around the freezing mark with a few additional snow flurries possible. The warm up will start tomorrow, with a high of 46 forecast. Continue reading
City of Plymouth Creates Retiring Firefighter Perks During Ordinance Changes
The Plymouth Common Council has decided to move forward with an ordinance that may be to the benefit of retiring fire and EMS personnel.
Culver Requires More Info Before Zoning Change for CVS
The Town of Culver plans to meet with the owners of their local CVS Pharmacy location in the near future to discuss proposed changes to land adjacent to the property.
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INDOT Travel Update
As of 9am Central Time 10am Eastern Time: Snow has tapered off and winds are starting to subside. Snow on the ground is very wet and heavy and is packing on many secondary roadways. In Lake, Porter, Jasper, Laporte, Marshall and Fulton Counties, many east/west secondary roads are impassable due to the heavy, wet snow and snow drifts. Also some secondary roads are completely closed in sections due to disabled vehicles. Snowfall totals range from 8”-20” in the district. Primary roads, to include Interstates are in decent to fair shape, mainly wet to slushy. Secondary roads are slushy to snow covered and will need attention most of the day. Continue reading
Widespread NIPSCO Outages Remain
NIPSCO crews are still working to restore power throughout northern Indiana. Heavy snow and high winds brought by yesterday’s blizzard knocked out power to 39,000 customers.
Storm conditions are expected to continue today, with the potential for additional heavy wind gusts through Friday. NIPSCO expects a multi-day cleanup effort. Once the storm subsides, NIPSCO will be able to make a better assessment on estimated restorations times – which could improve or worsen depending on the weather conditions. Crews will continue to work around-the-clock to restore service. Continue reading
INDOT Cautions Motorists Not to Travel
Roads across northern Indiana are slick, slushy and quickly filling with blowing snow, according to INDOT officials. They advise moderate to heavy drifting is occurring in rural areas due to gusty winds. Lake effect snow is also falling in Porter, LaPorte and St. Joseph Counties. This is leading to reduced visibilities and potential white out conditions. Continue reading
Travel Warnings Issued for Marshall and Fulton Counties
Marshall and Fulton Counties have upgraded to travel warnings. The “red level” is the highest level of local travel advisory. It means travel may be restricted to emergency management workers only. Continue reading
Travel Advisories, Watches In Effect
Marshall and LaPorte Counties are under an orange-level travel watches. That means conditions are threatening to the safety of the public. During a “watch”, only essential travel, such as to and from work or in emergency situations, is recommended, and emergency action plans should be implemented by businesses, schools, government agencies, and other organizations. Continue reading
Blizzard Warning Issued for Marshall County
The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning for Marshall County. It’s in effect from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. today. That’s in addition to the winter storm warning that’s in effect through tomorrow morning. Continue reading
Stay Safe When Winter Weather Hits
Significant amounts of snow are in the forecast. Officials with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security and Indiana State Police recommend avoiding unnecessary travel once the snow starts. If you do have to go out, make sure your cell phone is fully charged. Have a vehicle emergency kit, non-perishable food and bottles of water in your car. Top off your gas tank so you will have ample fuel to stay warm should you get stranded. Continue reading
Regional Cities Funding Awaits Ways and Means Considerations
Regional Cities Initiative funding may rely on a hearing taking place this week at the Indiana statehouse.
A committee formed by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation selected three plans recommended to the Governor which spans three regions of the state. The goal is to attract and retain young and skilled workers in Indiana.
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Culver Reviews Water Shut-off Language in Ordinance Form
The Town of Culver now has language to make the process for shutting off a resident’s water utility access more enforceable.
During the previous Culver Town Council meeting, a policy was presented outlining the process for cutting utility service to a home or residence.
Winter Storm Watch Issued Ahead of System
Old man winter isn’t done with us yet. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for our area starting tomorrow morning and continuing through Thursday afternoon. Continue reading
Mayor Senter Sees Signs During State of the City Address
Plymouth Mayor Mark Senter delivered his annual State of the City Address during Monday night’s Plymouth Common Council meeting.
The address aims to update the public of the goings on within the City of Plymouth, but also identify a few goals for the community moving forward. This is the first State of the City Address given by the Mayor since his re-election to the office in 2015.
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Culver Continues Discussion of Bike Path Plans Throughout Town
The Town of Culver will pick-up where they left off at this evening’s Town Council meeting.
Meth Discovered Following Arrest for Traffic Violations
Marshall County authorities have arrested a Claypool man after a suspended driving arrest led to the discovery of methamphetamine.
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Marshall County Sheriff’s Department Investigating John Deere Theft
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the recent theft of a yellow John Deere 6-wheeler from a property in Tippecanoe. It was taken sometime between Thursday, Feb. 18 at 4 p.m. and Friday, Feb. 19 at 8:50 a.m. from a property in the 3800 block of 18B Road. Continue reading
Plymouth Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening Cop
A Plymouth man faces a felony intimidation charge after reportedly threatening a police officer who was investigating a Sunday afternoon car accident. Continue reading
