The National Weather Service has issued a high wind warning for Wednesday. It will be in effect from 4:00 a.m. EST/3:00 a.m. CST to 9:00 p.m. EST/8:00 p.m. CST. Southwest winds of 30 to 40 miles per hour with gusts of up to 60 miles per hour are predicted.
Continue readingNearly a Pound of Meth Reportedly Found at Plymouth Motel
A drug bust at a Plymouth motel turned up almost a pound of meth, according to Marshall County Police. Officers with the Undercover Narcotics Investigation Team conducted an operation at the Red Rock Inn Monday, with help from Plymouth, county, and state police, as well as NET43.
Continue readingArgos Resident Charged in Connection with Theft Reported at Plymouth City Building
A report of a theft at the Plymouth City Building reportedly led to the arrest of an Argos resident on Friday. Plymouth Police say they were called to 124 North Michigan Street just after 1:00 p.m.
Continue readingNational Weather Service Issues High Wind Watch for Wednesday
High winds could lead to downed trees and power lines Wednesday. The National Weather Service has issued a high wind watch for the local area for Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening. Southwest winds of 25 to 35 miles per hour with gusts of up to 60 miles per hour are predicted.
Continue readingTwo Arrested on Suspicion of Operating While Intoxicated Early Sunday Morning
Marshall County Police say they made two drunk-driving-related arrests early Sunday morning. Officers say that just before 1:15, they pulled over a vehicle for speeding near Michigan and 6C roads.
Continue readingChicago Man Arrested for Allegedly Driving 118 MPH on U.S. 30
Driving almost 120 miles per hour in a 60 mile-per-hour zone is what police say landed a Chicago man in jail Saturday night. Marshall County Police say they clocked a 2013 Dodge Charger at 118 miles per hour on U.S. 30 near Tulip Road just before midnight. Police caught up to the car near Pioneer Drive.
Continue readingIndiana Department of Education Releases Fall Out-of-District Enrollment Figures
Many area children continue to attend school outside of their own public school district. The Indiana Department of Education released its fall transfer report Wednesday.
Continue readingMarshall County’s Unemployment Rate Increases Slightly
Marshall County’s unemployment rate is up slightly, but it remains below where it was at the same time last year. The county’s October unemployment rate was 2.8 percent, according to the latest report from the Indiana Department of Workforce Development.
Continue readingLaPaz Woman Accused of Driving while Almost Three Times Legal Limit for Alcohol
A LaPaz woman was taken to jail Friday night, after police say she was driving while almost three times the legal limit for alcohol. Marshall County Police say they were called to the area of Michigan and 1st roads shortly before 11:30 p.m., for a vehicle that was off the roadway.
Continue readingMore Schools Announce Closures for Tuesday’s ‘Red for Ed Action Day’
The list of schools closing for next Tuesday’s Indiana teachers rally continues to grow. The Indiana State Teachers Association is hosting a “Red for Ed Action Day” at the Statehouse on November 19.
Continue readingTeacher Rally at Statehouse Will Affect Class Schedules Next Week
Schools around the state are adjusting their schedules, as teachers plan to rally in Indianapolis next week. The Indiana State Teachers Association is hosting a “Red for Ed Action Day” on November 19 at the Statehouse.
Continue readingPlymouth School Board Renews Agreement with Medicaid Reimbursement Company
The Plymouth Community School Corporation will continue to get some help when it comes to seeking Medicaid reimbursements. Last week, the school board voted to renew the corporation’s agreement with Go Solutions Group for 2020. Plymouth Schools will pay the company between 80 cents and $1.15 for each claim submitted.
Continue readingWinter Weather Advisory Issued for Northern Indiana
The threat of snow could lead to hazardous driving conditions over the coming days. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. EST.
Continue readingSteps Being Taken to Memorialize Current Lincoln Junior High School Building
As Lincoln Junior High School prepares to move into its new building next year, students and staff are taking time to preserve some of the current building’s history. Later this month, former students, teachers, and the rest of the community will have the chance to visit the current Lincoln Junior High during its final year of operations.
Continue readingCulver School Board Approves Year-in-Review Mailer
Residents will soon be getting a recap of the Culver Community Schools Corporation’s accomplishments over the past year. Superintendent Karen Shuman says the school board approved a year-in-review mailer on Monday.
Continue readingPlymouth School Superintendent Praises Efforts of Bus Driver, Police in Recent Incidents
Plymouth School Superintendent Andy Hartley is expressing his gratitude to school employees and emergency responders, after a pair of incidents last month. On October 11, one of the corporation’s buses was taking students home from their last day of class before fall break, when Marshall County Police say it was hit by a car that ran a red light at U.S. 30 and King Road.
Continue readingLions Club Donates $500 to Culver Community High School Football Team
The Culver Community High School football team is getting a financial boost from the local community. A $500 donation was officially accepted during Monday’s school board meeting, according to Superintendent Karen Shuman.
Continue readingNew Lincoln Junior High School Construction Remains On-Schedule
Progress continues at the new Lincoln Junior High School, despite some wintry weather recently. Project Manager Derek Anderson told the Plymouth School Board Tuesday that brickwork is about 60 to 70 percent complete. Inside, the walls are up in the future administrative offices, and all of the kitchen walls are done.
Continue readingPlymouth School Board Finalizes Raises for Teachers, Administrators, Classified Staff
Several Plymouth School employees will get raises, following action by the school board Tuesday. Board members ratified the 2019-2020 teacher contract.
Continue readingPlymouth School Board to Vote on Teacher Contract Tonight
The Plymouth Community School Corporation’s 2019-2020 teacher contract will be up for final approval during tonight’s school board meeting. Superintendent Andy Hartley previously explained that the agreement would allow for a $1,400 increase for eligible teachers. The starting base salary would be brought up to $37,000.
Continue reading