A Bourbon man received minor injuries, when he reportedly crashed a pickup truck into a tree Saturday morning. Officers with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department and the Bourbon Police Department were called to the area of 20th Road and Fir Road just after 1:15, after someone reported a man walking around and yelling.
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Culver School Board Updated on Funding Concerns
Declining enrollment and state funding continue to cause concerns for the Culver Community Schools Corporation. In an update to the school board last week, Corporation Treasurer Casey Howard said that enrollment was about 1,073 students during the 2009-2010 school year. She said it’s now just under 739 students.
Culver School Board Approves Recreation Easement Agreement for Cavalier Sports Park
The development of Culver’s Cavalier Sports Park cleared another procedural hurdle Monday. The Culver School Board approved a recreation easement agreement. “That is the park that is being developed out here through the Stellar Designation for the Town of Culver and Union Township,” School Superintendent Karen Shuman explained. “Both of them have put money toward developing that park. They just need our easement agreement to make those improvements.”
Culver School Board Approves Use of Bond Money to Remodel Entrance, Restrooms at Middle/High School
Upgrades to Culver Community Middle/High School will soon be able to move ahead. The school board voted Monday to use bond money to move the main entrance and office to where the school’s library currently is. Board member Mark Maes commented that the new arrangement would be a big upgrade, both for safety and aesthetics. Some of the bond money will also be used to remodel the restrooms across from the high school gym.
Culver School Board Hires Outside Help for Potential Referendum
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is gearing up for a possible operating referendum this November. The school board decided Monday to hire some outside help with the process.
Culver Town Council to Consider Rezoning for Culver Meadows Development
The Culver Town Council will consider the next step for the proposed Culver Meadows development. It would consist of about 25 single family homes and townhouses, as well as a new gas station in the area of State Road 10 and State Road 17. During tonight’s meeting, council members will consider an ordinance on second and third reading to rezone the property to a Planned Unit Development.
Plymouth High School Classes Taking Place as Usual, Following Erroneous Weapon Threat Tip
Classes are taking place as usual at Plymouth High School, after what school officials are calling an unsubstantiated weapon threat.
Numerous Items Reported Stolen in Marshall County Home Burglary
Marshall County Police are investigating a break-in at a lake house near Plymouth last week. Officers were called to the 15600 block of Cook Lake Trail Friday evening, following reports of a theft. Police believe numerous power tools, electronics, fishing items, and boating items were taken.
Culver School Board to Consider Agreements for Help with Possible Referendum
The Culver School Board will continue preparing for a possible operational referendum tonight. Agreements with accounting firm Umbaugh and Associates and law firm Ice Miller to help with the referendum process will be up for approval. An operational referendum is designed to help a school corporation supplement its General Fund, which pays for things like teacher salaries.
Disaster Recovery Center to Open in Plymouth
Those who need help recovering from February’s floods have the chance to meet with recovery specialists in Plymouth this coming week. A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will be open Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the Fitness Forum at 2855 Miller Drive.
Plymouth High School to Add Fashion, Board Game Clubs
Plymouth High School students looking to pursue a career in the fashion industry will have a new way to hone their skills. According to Andy Defrancesco,
Plymouth High School students looking to pursue a career in the fashion industry will have a new way to hone their skills. According to a Fashion Club is officially being added to the school’s handbook, according to Dean of Students Ken Olson.
Plymouth High School Athletic Director to Retire
The Plymouth Community School Corporation is bidding farewell to its high school athletic director. The Plymouth School Board last week accepted the retirement of Roy Benge.
Plymouth School Officials Preview State Legislature’s Upcoming Special Session
As state lawmakers prepare to convene for a special session Monday, local school officials are keeping an eye on proposed legislation that could set a precedent for school funding issues.
Washington Discovery Academy Students Present ‘Perfect Animal’ Creation to School Board
Fourth graders at Washington Discovery Academy are working to design the “perfect” animal that could thrive in any environment. It’s part of an effort to learn about how animals adapt to different places and climates. A group of five students gave an update on the project to the Plymouth School Board last week.
Primary Elections Tomorrow
Voters head to the polls tomorrow for the 2018 Primary Elections. The most hotly-contested office in Marshall County is District 1 County Commissioner. Incumbent Republican Kurt Garner will face David W. Hostetler and Stan Klotz in the May primary. The winner will presumably square off against Democrat Rich Erickson II in November. Other contested races include county recorder, as well as various open county council seats.
Plymouth School Board Approves Textbook Fees, Lunch Prices for 2018-2019 School Year
The Plymouth School Board continues preparing for next school year. Last week, board members approved the textbook fees for the 2018-2019 school year.
Crude Oil Costs Keep Pushing Gas Prices Higher, but a Peak May be Near
Gas prices may be reaching a peak, but the cost of crude oil continues to cause concerns. “We’re very close to putting the worst days behind us,” says GasBuddy.com Senior Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan, “though gas prices probably will still stay in the upper two-dollar range this summer, which is likely to be the highest since 2014.”
Students, Staff Members Recognized During Plymouth School Board Meeting
Plymouth school students and staff members who are making a difference in their community were recognized by Superintendent Andy Hartley during Tuesday’s Plymouth School Board meeting.
Two Arrested Following Burglary Reports at Plymouth Businesses
Two people have been arrested in connection with a pair of burglaries at Plymouth businesses Wednesday morning. Plymouth Police say they got reports from Treat’s Squire Shop and Wellness 101 that someone had broken in and stolen items.
Student Handbook Updates Presented to Plymouth School Board
The Plymouth Community School Corporation is changing the way it handles unexcused absences. Dean of Students Ken Olson presented the corporation’s new truancy policies to the school board Tuesday, as part of larger changes to the student handbooks.
