Eleven months after dedicating its first residence hall, Ancilla College officials gathered once again Monday for the blessing of its second student housing facility. Continue reading
All posts by Michael Gallenberger
Plymouth School Board Updated on Alternative High School
Plymouth’s Alternative High School program is reporting a successful 2015-2016 school year. Retiring alternative school teacher Suzie Clevenger told the school board last week the program served a total of 57 students during this past school year. Continue reading
Culver Schools Registration This Week
Registration for the upcoming school year is taking place this week at the Culver Community Schools Corporation. Registration for kindergarten through high school will be held this Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Middle/High School Media Center. Continue reading
Facility Upgrades Continue at Plymouth School Corporation
Plymouth High School’s upgraded football stadium is starting to take shape. Plymouth Schools Superintendent Dan Tyree told the school board Tuesday that landscaping work has begun and cement has been poured under the bleachers, while the new buildings are also progressing. Continue reading
AAA Urges Motorists Not to Hunt Pokémon While Driving
The AAA Hoosier Motor Club is now on the list of groups warning of the dangers of Pokémon Go. The augmented-reality gaming app allows players to use their phones to hunt characters hiding in the real world. AAA calls the game a “very dangerous distraction” for those attempting to play it while driving, saying it dramatically increases drivers’ risk of getting in a crash. Continue reading
Plymouth Official Hopes INDOT Project Could Lead to Intersection Upgrades
The Indiana Department of Transportation is planning to repave State Road 17 through Plymouth in the near future, and one Board of Works member hopes that will mean some upgrades for the city’s intersections. Mike Delp has been calling for INDOT to add crosswalks at the intersection of Michigan and Baker Streets, after a resident complained to the board earlier this year about the difficulty of crossing Michigan Street on foot. Continue reading
Plymouth Railroad Crossing Repairs Stall
Progress appears to have slowed on efforts to repair some of the railroad crossings in the City of Plymouth. During Monday’s Common Council meeting, council member Don Ecker Jr. asked if there was any update on the crossings at Harrison and Jefferson Streets. Continue reading
Plymouth School Board Approves Agreements
The Plymouth School Board has approved several of the corporation’s contracts with various organizations. One agreement approved during Tuesday’s meeting was a two-year continuation of Plymouth’s affiliation with the New Tech Network. Continue reading
Plymouth Resident Injured After Motorcycle Crashes into Police Car
A Plymouth resident was injured after a crash Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of Walnut and Adams Streets. According to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, Michael R. Simpson was riding a motorcycle east on Adams at around 1:30 p.m. Continue reading
Pickell Honored by Plymouth School Board
Former Plymouth music teacher Bob Pickell was honored during Tuesday’s school board meeting. Plymouth School Board President Todd Samuelson called for a moment of silence at the beginning of the meeting. Continue reading
Plymouth Board of Works Finalizing Ledyard Water Treatment Plant Upgrades
Work is wrapping up on Plymouth’s Ledyard Water Treatment Plant. On Monday, the Plymouth Board of Works approved a couple of items to finalize the project. Continue reading
Plymouth Moves Ahead with Community Crossings Application
The City of Plymouth is finalizing some of the arrangements for its Community Crossings grant application. On Monday, the Plymouth Board of Works approved a list of 13 street projects to be submitted to the state for consideration for 50-50 matching funds. Continue reading
Plymouth School Board to Consider Agreements with Various Organizations
The Plymouth School Board will consider renewing several of the corporation’s agreements during tonight’s meeting. Continue reading
Plymouth Continues Arrangements for Community Crossings Application
The City of Plymouth continues making some of the arrangements for its Community Crossings grant application. The state program provides matching funds for street projects. During its last meeting, the Plymouth Common Council decided to go for a million dollars in matching money, the maximum amount available from the program. Continue reading
Plymouth Park Superintendent Chosen as Blueberry Festival Parade Marshal
The Marshall County Blueberry Festival has announced the marshal for this year’s Blueberry Festival Parade. Plymouth Park Superintendent Michael Hite has been chosen as the parade marshal for the 50th Marshall County Blueberry Festival. Continue reading
Bremen Woman Found
A Bremen woman reported missing yesterday has been located. Maria Mikel, 50, was found shortly before 4:00 p.m. Saturday in St. Joseph County, according to the Bremen Police Department.
Plymouth Wendy’s Possibly Affected by Cyber Attack
The Plymouth Wendy’s location is among those that may have impacted by a recent cyber attack. According to a statement released by the company Thursday, the attack targeted customers’ payment card information, including cardholder name, credit or debit card number, and expiration date. Continue reading
Internship Applications Now Available for Sen. Coats’ Office
College students have the opportunity to apply for an internship with U.S. Senator Dan Coats’ Washington office. It’s open to both undergraduate and graduate students and is available on either a part-time or full-time basis. Continue reading
IRS Turns to Tax Professionals in Fight Against Data Theft
To help keep taxpayers’ personal information secure, the Internal Revenue Service is now focusing its efforts on tax professionals. The IRS says tax preparers are increasingly being targeted by cyber criminals, so they’re urging them to take the necessary steps to protect their clients from data theft. Continue reading
Kids’ Talent Show to Take Place at Culver-Union Township Public Library
Local kids will have the chance to show off their talents this week at the Culver-Union Township Public Library. The library’s hosting a talent show tomorrow afternoon from 2:00 to 3:00. Continue reading
