The Floor Store & More in Downtown Plymouth is again getting help from the city to pay for some exterior work. The Plymouth Common Council Monday approved a Commercial Revitalization Rebate Program Grant for the property. Continue reading
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Congressional Campaign Means New Territory for Coleman
Lynn Coleman’s campaign to unseat U.S. Representative Jackie Walorski has him venturing into some new territory. Continue reading
Pretty Lake Conservancy Requests Waiver of Utility Bill Late Fee
To what degree government units should be responsible for late fees assessed on their utility bills was debated during Monday’s Plymouth Common Council meeting. Continue reading
HIV Awareness Focus of Statewide Event
The Indiana State Department of Health is once again teaming up with other organizations to raise awareness of HIV. Continue reading
Plymouth Council Approves 2017 Salary Ordinance, Reduces Some Pay Raises
The Plymouth Common Council has approved a 2017 salary ordinance, but not before some more changes were made to it. Back in August, the council rejected an earlier proposal, amid concerns that the ordinance no longer reflected the $1,000 across-the-board raise requested by council members. Continue reading
Ancilla College Schedules Friday Open House
Prospective college students have a chance to visit Ancilla College this week. The school is hosting an open house this Friday starting at noon EDT. Continue reading
Over a Thousand Ballots Cast as Early Voting Continues
Early voting turnout continues to be strong ahead of next month’s General Election. As of Friday afternoon, 1,029 voters have cast ballots at the County Clerk’s Office. The number of mail-in ballots received was unavailable. Continue reading
Ancilla College to Host Fourth Annual Scholarship Dinner Next Month
Ancilla College is looking to the local community to help send students to college. The school is hosting its fourth annual Changing Lives Scholarship Dinner on Friday, November 11 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. EST at Swan Lake Resort. Continue reading
Plymouth Council to Consider Revised Salary Ordinance
The Plymouth Common Council may finally adopt a 2017 salary ordinance when it meets this evening. The council rejected an earlier salary proposal back in August. Tonight, members are scheduled to consider a revised ordinance on second an third readings. Continue reading
Hazardous Tree Being Removed from Culver Elementary School Playground
Students at Culver Elementary School may notice a tree missing from the school’s playground when they return from fall break Monday. Principal Erin Proskey told the school board this week the tree in the southwest corner of the playground has become a bit of a safety hazard. Continue reading
Make A Difference Day Aims to Improve Lives of Others
Residents are getting some extra encouragement to do good deeds today. Today is National Make A Difference Day. Continue reading
Insurance Competition Leads to Savings for Culver Schools
The Culver Community Schools Corporation will save some money on insurance, thanks to an offer from a statewide insurance cooperative. Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell told the school board Monday the Educational Service Centers Risk Funding Trust (ESCRFT) recently approached the corporation about providing general liability insurance. Continue reading
Culver School Board Approves 2017 Budget, More Cuts Expected
The Culver School Board has approved the corporation’s 2017 budget, but some additional cuts are expected. Treasurer Casey Howard reviewed some of the numbers for the school board Monday. Continue reading
Indiana State School Boards Association Offers Help with Culver Superintendent Search
The Culver School Board is getting ready to search for a new superintendent, but may seek a little help with the process. Continue reading
Ancilla College to Add Animal Science to Agriculture Program
Ancilla College is expanding course offerings in its agriculture program. Continue reading
Monterey School Building Purchased by Hardware Store Owners
The Monterey School Building has been purchased by a pair of local business owners. Lawrence and Diana Loehmer submitted the high bid of $60,000 for the former school and the surrounding property. Their bid was formally accepted Monday by the Culver School Board. Continue reading
FAFSA Now Available for Students Attending College in 2017
Prospective college students can get an early start on the financial aid process. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is now available for those planning to attend college next fall. Continue reading
Culver School Board Expected to Name Buyer of Monterey School Building
The Monterey School Building’s next owner may be revealed during this evening’s Culver School Board meeting. Potential buyers had the chance to bid on the property during a two-week auction period. Continue reading
Plymouth Fall Street and Sidewalk Work to Take Place in Coming Weeks
Plymouth’s fall street and sidewalk projects will soon be getting underway. Continue reading
Plymouth Looks to Protect Drinking Water with New Backflow Prevention Standards
A measure that aims to protect the City of Plymouth’s drinking water was passed this week by the Common Council. Continue reading
