Construction of a new Lincoln Junior High School cleared another procedural hurdle Tuesday. The Plymouth School Board approved a document that will allow part of the junior high property to be transferred from one building corporation to another.
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Governor Requests Federal Assistance for Starke, Marshall Counties, Following Flood Damage
A request for a major disaster declaration for areas hit by February’s floods now heads to President Donald Trump. If approved, the declaration could open the door to grant funding for home and business owners in nine Indiana counties, including Marshall and St. Joseph. That could include money for temporary housing, home repairs, and loans from the Small Business Administration.
Plymouth School Board Approves Documents for Aquatics Center
The Plymouth Community School Corporation has officially agreed to be part of the city’s new Aquatics Center. The project is a collaboration involving several entities, with funding from a number of sources. Once it’s complete, it will be shared by the swim teams from Plymouth High School and Ancilla College, along with the general public.
Plymouth School Board to Review Student Handbooks, Consider Textbook Fees, Lunch Prices
The Plymouth School Board will continue making preparations for the 2018-2019 school year, when it meets tonight. Board members will consider textbook fees, as well as school breakfast and lunch prices for next school year. The 2018-2019 student handbooks will be presented, and board members are expected to approve applications for various grant programs.
Governor Nominates Portions of Marshall, Starke Counties for Opportunity Zone Program
Portions of Marshall and Starke counties have been nominated as Opportunity Zones. The federal program seeks to attract private-sector investment to low-income communities through capital gains tax incentives. It was created under the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
U.S. 30 Freeway Plan Discussed with Marshall County Residents
The proposed upgrade of U.S. 30 to freeway standards was discussed with Marshall County residents Tuesday. The project would remove stoplights and at-grade intersections. Instead, the only way to get across U.S. 30 would be at an overpass, and the only way to get on would be at an interchange.
Marshall County’s Unemployment Rate Drops to 3.1 Percent
Marshall County’s unemployment rate is moving lower. According to the latest report from the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, Marshall County’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.1 percent in March.
Culver Town Council to Discuss Elkay Tax Abatement, Water Meter Upgrades
A tax abatement for Elkay will be up for discussion during tonight’s Culver Town Council meeting. Town officials are also expected to open ambulance bids.
Two Arrested on Drug-Related Charges, Following Thursday Traffic Stop in Plymouth
A Plymouth man wanted for dealing meth was arrested last week, but not before a search reportedly turned up more drugs. Plymouth Police say they saw Michael W. Arquette, 39, heading north on Michigan Street Thursday afternoon. Officers say he had an active warrant for dealing methamphetamine, so they pulled him over.
Plymouth Man Arrested for Public Intoxication, After Allegedly Stumbling Up to Police Car
A Plymouth man was arrested for public intoxication early Saturday, after allegedly stumbling up to a police car and partially lying down on the hood. Plymouth Police say it happened around 1:18 a.m. at the Plymouth Police Station.
Marshall County Crossroads Named Stellar Communities Finalist
Marshall County has been named a finalist in the 2018 Stellar Communities Program. Marshall County Crossroads – a cooperative effort involving Argos, Bremen, Bourbon, Culver, LaPaz, and Plymouth, as well as the county itself – is one of six regions in the running for this year’s Stellar designation. The Stellar Communities Program offers resources and planning help for grant applications and project development.
Public Meeting on Proposed U.S. 30 Freeway Project to be Held Tomorrow
Marshall County residents can learn more about efforts to upgrade U.S. 30 to freeway standards, during a public meeting tomorrow in Plymouth. James Turnwald with the Michiana Area Council of Governments is expected to share information on the project. Residents will also have a chance to ask questions.
More than 200 Absentee Ballots Already Cast in Marshall County
With Primary Election Day still over two weeks away, many voters are choosing to cast their ballots early. The Marshall County Clerk’s Office says 167 in-person absentee ballots had been cast as of Friday afternoon. Another 37 people had voted by mail.
Road Reclaiming Work to Continue in Eastern Marshall County Monday
Those driving around eastern Marshall County may encounter some road work Monday. The Marshall County Highway Department will continue the reclaiming process, according to Highway Supervisor Jason Peters.
Bremen School Board Accepts $10,000 Grant for Entrepreneurship Program
Bremen Public Schools will be launching a new entrepreneurship program, with some help from the Marshall County Community Foundation. A $10,000 grant was accepted by the Bremen School Board Monday.
Culver Students Help Build Houses for Families in Mexico
A group of Culver students recently went to Mexico to help improve the living conditions of local families. The Culver School Board heard a presentation Monday from Culver Community High School students Cody Rieckhoff and RT Roberts. They, along with Marcella Cooper, joined a group of about 40 students from Culver Academies on a spring break mission trip.
Initial Hearing Held in Starke Circuit Court for Plymouth Teen Facing Multiple Felony Charges
A Plymouth man accused of rape, sexual misconduct with a minor, and child exploitation appeared in Starke Circuit Court Friday.
Court documents say that Thomas D. Holloway, who was 18 at the time, apparently took a group of juveniles to a residence in Starke County near Culver, on or around July 3, 2017.
There, he allegedly had sexual intercourse with a 15-year-old while she was “unaware that the sexual intercourse was occurring”, according to criminal information provided by Starke County Circuit Court. The minor was reportedly intoxicated at the time. Holloway is also accused of taking a picture and videos of the victim during the alleged incident. Continue reading
Culver Schools Superintendent Discusses Transition from ISTEP to ILEARN
As students around Indiana take the ISTEP for the final time, school officials are looking ahead to the new ILEARN test.
Habitual Traffic Violator Arrested for Allegedly Driving with Meth in Vehicle
Driving around with meth in the car while already being considered a habitual traffic violator is what Plymouth Police say landed a Walkerton man in jail. Officers say Mitchell Platz, 32, was pulled over for a traffic violation near Hoham and Western Tuesday afternoon.
Bremen Public Schools to Explore Development Opportunities for School-Owned Land
A piece of school-owned property in Bremen is being eyed by economic development officials. “We own a little bit of property that’s one of the last pieces of property that’s in town that’s developable,” explains Bremen School Superintendent Dr. Jim White, “and the city would like to have a conversation, along with the Marshall County Economic [Development] Corporation, to see if it’s possible to get some building started on that property.”
