A few local counties are among the 29 in which local, state and federal officials have started assessing damage from recent storms. The assessments are part of the multi-step process to determine whether Indiana qualifies for public assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to repair damage caused by severe weather and flooding between June 7th and July 29th. Such assistance reimburses government and some nonprofit agencies for eligible expenses. Locally the list of counties being evaluated includes Marshall, Fulton and Pulaski. Continue reading
Officers Arrest Plymouth Man After Shots Fired
A Plymouth man found out the hard way that guns and alcohol don’t mix. Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Saturday around noon to a report of a suspicious man in the area of Upas and 10B Roads who was reportedly drinking, shooting road signs with a gun and doing burn outs with his truck. Continue reading
Marshall County Prosecutor Requests Use of Drones
Marshall County could soon be employing the use of drones in law enforcement and emergency situations.
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Dorm Proves to be Game Changer for Ancilla
Area residents are invited to tour the new residence hall at Ancilla College this afternoon. An open house and blessing of the building ceremony is scheduled at 4 p.m. Student-athletes are already moved in, and the remaining freshmen will be there Friday. Continue reading
SBA Makes Small Business Loans Available Following Disaster Declaration
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering financial assistance to entities affected by rains and flooding that started in the spring of this year.
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Ancilla College Dorm Filled to Capacity
Ancilla College officials will formally dedicate the first dormitory on the campus of the two-year private school during a ceremony tomorrow afternoon. President Dr. Ken Zirkle says 40 or so student-athletes have already moved in and are enjoying the amenities of the three-story building. They include a study lounge at the end of each floor and free laundry facilities on each level. There are also dedicated areas for recycling. Continue reading
Culver School Board to Discuss Monterey Building Site
The Culver School Board will be discussing the Monterey Building at their upcoming meeting.
Marshall County Opening Bids for Fleet Leasing
The Marshall County Commissioners will open bids for a fleet leasing program during their meeting this morning.
Blueberry Festival will Feature the Riley Gear Run
On the first Monday in September, area firefighters will gear up and take off for a great cause. Just over 9 miles, this run features firefighters in full response equipment running to raise money for Riley’s Children’s Hospital. This event is being held in conjunction with the Marshall County Blueberry Festival. Continue reading
More Than 1600 Hoosier Students Benefit from Field Trip Grant Program
Thanks to the Discovering the Outdoors Field Trip Grant Program, students at 22 Indiana schools will learn about nature by visiting Indiana state parks and reservoirs this school year. The grants are open to public, private, religious and home-school educators and are administered through the Indiana Natural Resources Foundation, the supporting non-profit of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Continue reading
Marshall County Included in State E. Coli Investigation
The Indiana State Department of Health is investigating in Marshall County after individuals in three Indiana counties have succumbed to symptoms of E. coli.
State Road 23 Work at Walkerton to Last Into November
A complete closure of State Road 23 is prompting warnings by the Indiana Department of Transportation.
Road Work Near Bremen will Improve Conditions, Slow Traffic
State Road 331 will experience road work starting on Monday.
The Indiana Department of Transportation says the slowdown will occur between U.S. 30 and State Road 10 near Bourbon for repaving work.
Fall Semester May Lead to Proper Insurance Needs for Students
The Indiana Department of Insurance is offering advice to parents with students leaving for college.
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Blueberry Bicycle Cruise First Weekend of September
Everyone knows the start of September marks the beginning of the annual Blueberry Festival in Marshall County. But did you know Ancilla College sponsors a bicycle race in conjunction with the fest? It’s called the Blueberry Bicycle Cruise and it’s open to anyone who wants to get moving this labor day weekend. Continue reading
Hoosier Lottery Giving Away Free Tickets at State Fair
Don’t Miss Hoosier Lottery Day at the Indiana State Fair. It’s historically the biggest day at the fair in terms of attendance. Today from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. fairgoers ages 18 and older are invited to visit Lotto Town under the Hoosier Lottery grandstand to receive a free $1 Summer Fun scratch-off ticket. Continue reading
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Plymouth Woman Faces Attempted Murder, Aggravated Battery Charges
A Plymouth woman faces attempted murder and aggravated battery charges stemming from an incident yesterday at a home in the 1000 block of Ed Cook Boulevard. Continue reading
Walorski Touts Farm Bill Efforts in Face of Local Crop Damages
Indiana has received a U.S. Department of Agriculture disaster declaration, but a federal representative says provisions in major legislation will also go a long way toward helping Hoosier farmers.
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Sen. Arnold Finds Himself Ahead of State Infrastructure Discussions
Indiana’s two-year state budget was passed earlier this year, but Governor Mike Pence is vocalizing the possibility of using state reserves to fund additional road projects.
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