The Culver School Board will consider an eLearning policy and elementary school book rental fees tonight. Board members will also discuss changes to a recreation easement for the Cavalier Sports Park project. It involves upgrading a piece of school-owned property currently used for youth soccer fields, as one of the town’s Stellar Communities projects.
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Plymouth School Board Approves Continuation Agreement with New Tech Network
The Plymouth Community School Corporation will continue its relationship with the New Tech Network for another two years. Last week, the school board approved an agreement that will keep the corporation’s four project-based learning schools in the New Tech Network through June of 2020.
Plymouth School Board Starting Preparations for New School Funding Structure
The Plymouth Community School Corporation is getting ready for the new school funding structure set to take effect in 2019. Last week, the school board adopted a resolution to establish new Education and Operations funds, as required by House Bill 1009.
Koontz Lake Fire Department Rescue Vehicle Involved in Crash While Responding to Fatal Accident
Thursday’s fatal crash in Marshall County led to a second accident involving a Koontz Lake Fire Department rescue vehicle. The initial crash happened in the area of U.S. 6 and Quince Road just before 1:00 p.m., when Marshall County Police say a Chevy flatbed truck tried to pass a Buick Century that was about to turn left. The driver of the Buick, Judith Masterson, 69, of Plymouth, eventually died from her injuries.
Plymouth School Board Approves Agreements with The Crossing, Blueberry Festival, NIESC
The Plymouth Community School Corporation is changing its funding arrangement with The Crossing School of Business and Entrepreneurship. The faith-based alternative high school aims to offer another option for students recovering from drug addiction or criminal histories, as well as those who’ve simply struggled in traditional public schools.
Work Underway on New Lincoln Junior High School
After more than a year of planning, work on the new Lincoln Junior High School is now underway. It will be located to the east of the existing building.
School Safety Update Given to Plymouth School Board
The Plymouth School Board got an update Tuesday on what school officials are doing to keep students safe. Director of Safety and Security Ted Brown said that while he can’t keep kids safe 100 percent of the time, he believes the school corporation is on the right track.
Marshall County Humane Society Gives Update on Abandoned Dogs Found Near Dixon Lake
The Marshall County Humane Society remains on the lookout for abandoned dogs near Dixon Lake. Executive Director Nancy Cox says that 14 dogs have been recovered, as of Tuesday afternoon.
Plymouth School Board Names New Intermediate School Principal, High School Athletic Director
The Plymouth School Board has officially named replacements for two longtime staff members who’ll be retiring this month. Kyle Coffman was appointed principal of Riverside Intermediate School Tuesday, at the recommendation of Superintendent Andy Hartley. “Mr. Coffman quickly rose to the top of nearly 40 applicants,” Hartley said. “In addition, knowing the work that he has been able to accomplish as a teacher and as an assistant principal in our district, I’m confident in his skill set, attention to detail, compassionate leadership, and a desire to facilitate the success of others, especially our students.”
Local Lakes Awarded Grant Funding to Manage Invasive Aquatic Plants
Several local lakes will see improvements, thanks to Lake and River Enhancement grants from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. The DNR has awarded nearly $660,000 to help control invasive aquatic plants at 63 Indiana lakes.
Plymouth School Board to Replace Retiring Staff Members, Establish Funds
The Plymouth School Board is expected to appoint a new principal and athletic director tonight.
Summer Gas Prices May Depend on Oil Production, Iran Sanctions
The Memorial Day travel period may be behind us, but gas prices continue to fluctuate. GasBuddy.com Senior Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan says gas stations started raising their prices again late last week. “Oil prices had given up a little bit of ground on hopes that OPEC will raise production,” he explains, “but then quickly gave those losses back up and moved back up. Overall, I think we’ll see prices a little bit lower than where they were just ahead of Memorial Day weekend.”
Tax Professionals Target of New Email Scam
Scammers are once again targeting tax professionals to try to steal their clients’ data.
Today, Sunday Free Fishing Days in Indiana
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is giving Hoosiers a reason to get outdoors this weekend. Today and tomorrow are Free Fishing Days. That means Indiana residents don’t need a fishing license or trout stamp to fish public waters.
Marshall County Prosecutor Says at Least 15 Abandoned Dogs Found Near Dixon Lake
The Marshall County Prosecutor’s Office is asking for the public’s help in finding whoever abandoned several dogs near Dixon Lake. Fifteen dogs have been retrieved by the Marshall County Humane Society, as of Friday afternoon.
Nearly 100 Marshall County Officials Attend Stellar Communities Workshop
Almost a hundred local leaders from around Marshall County gathered in Plymouth Thursday for a Stellar Communities workshop. A cooperative effort involving the county and its six municipalities is a finalist for this year’s designation.
Two Injured in Marshall County Crash
Two people were injured in a crash near Plymouth Wednesday afternoon. Marshall County Police say it happened around 3:40 at the intersection of Lincoln Highway and King Road.
Culver School Board Hears from Exchange Students, FFA Chapter
A small-town environment, school spirit, and making new friends were just a few of the things that Culver Community High School’s foreign exchange students said they liked about their experience this year. Last week, the Culver School Board heard from three exchange students, from Brazil, Norway, and South Korea.
Culver School Board Recognizes Valedictorian, Salutatorian
The Culver School Board heard from the two top graduating seniors last week. Valedictorian Cody Rieckhoff and Salutatorian Jasmynne Fowler were each asked to share their experiences at Culver Schools with the board members.
Two Arrested, Following Marshall County Home Burglary
Two people have been arrested in connection with a recent break-in at a lake house near Plymouth. On May 18, Marshall County Police were called to the 15600 block of Cook Lake Trail, following reports of a theft. Officers believe numerous power tools from this site here along with electronics, fishing items, and boating items were taken.
