Gas prices have recently been dropping across Indiana, but don’t expect that trend to continue. GasBuddy.com Senior Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan says many of the issues that led to a spike in gas prices in early November have since been resolved. “Due to the factors we had previously talked about, a pipeline leak that has been fixed, refinery maintenance season, which is now done, gas prices have been in free fall across much of Indiana for the last two weeks.”
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Marshall County Employees Show Improvement during Active Shooter Training
If an active shooter were to attack one of Marshall County’s government buildings, the Emergency Management Agency is making sure county employees know how to respond.
Stay Safe from Criminals during Holiday Shopping
As you go about your Christmas shopping, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security has a few tips to keep you safe from criminals.
Nearly $11,000 Raised for Marshall County Promise Program on Giving Tuesday
This week’s Giving Tuesday initiative proved to be a success for local community foundations. The Marshall County Community Foundation chose to focus its efforts on the Marshall County Promise program, according to Executive Director Linda Yoder. Continue reading
Three in Custody, Following Report of Theft and Forgery at Plymouth Pallet Company
Three Plymouth residents are accused of theft and forgery at a local business. The owner of Plymouth Pallet Company reported the theft and forgery of several business checks between October 20 and November 9.
Plymouth Man Arrested, After Reportedly Refusing to Leave Gas Station, Resisting Police Officer
An alleged battery on a police officer led to the arrest of a Plymouth man Monday afternoon. Justin Kale Montez, 27, reportedly refused to leave the BP gas station at 423 North Michigan Street.
Ancilla College Student Awarded Scholarship for First-Generation Students
An Ancilla College student is the recipient a $2,500 scholarship from the Independent Colleges of Indiana. Casey Head was awarded a “Realizing the Dream” scholarship. It’s given to first-generation college students for outstanding achievement during their freshman year, with funding from the Lilly Endowment.
Marshall County Unemployment Drops, But So Does Number of People Working
Marshall County’s unemployment rate continues to drop, but the actual number of people working is also declining. The county posted an unemployment rate of 2.9 percent for the month of October, according to the latest report from the Indiana Department of Workforce Development.
Bourbon-Area Crash Leads to Arrest
A semi versus passenger truck crash near Bourbon ended with the arrest of one of the drivers. Bourbon Police say they were called to the 14600 block of State Road 331 around 6:00 p.m. Friday for an accident with unknown injuries.
Plymouth High School Sees Success at IUPUI Mobile App Challenge
Computer programming students at Plymouth High School recently had some success in a statewide competition. A group of eight students under the supervision of Math Teacher Lindsay Moore took part in the IUPUI Mobile App Challenge on November 4. Continue reading
INDOT Decides Against J-Turns for U.S. 31
J-turn intersections will not be coming to U.S. 31 in the near future. The Indiana Department of Transportation has decided not to install J-turns at State Roads 10 and 110 in Marshall County, as well as four other intersections in Cass and Miami counties. State Representative Bill Friend and State Senator Randy Head made the announcement in a statement Tuesday.
Plymouth School Board Approves Technology Policies
Getting Plymouth Schools’ technology back up and running after an emergency is the goal of a policy approved by the school board last week.
Plymouth School Board Approves Updated Emergency Housing Agreement with Miller’s Merry Manor
If an emergency forces the evacuation of a Plymouth retirement community, plans are in place to house residents at a couple local schools.
Bremen Man Reportedly Found Hiding Under Tractor Arrested for Meth Possession
A Bremen man who was reportedly found hiding under a farm tractor last week was taken to jail for possession of methamphetamine. On the morning of Sunday, November 5, a Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputy says he saw a black Chevy pickup truck parked along U.S. 30, west of Iris Road at around 3:15 a.m. The officer says it was foggy, and the truck didn’t have any lights on, so he stopped to check on it. He says he didn’t find anyone inside, but he did notice “items within the vehicle associated with criminal activity.”
Two Knox Men Arrested in Plymouth, Following Report of Shoplifting
A report of shoplifting allegedly led to the discovery of methamphetamine in Plymouth Friday night. Plymouth Police were called to the Walmart parking lot shortly after 7:30, after store employees accused two men of shoplifting.
Plymouth High School Recognized During Department of Education’s Dual Credit Ceremony
Plymouth High School was recently recognized for the success of its dual credit courses. It was one of 130 schools honored by State Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Jennifer McCormick last Monday, during a Dual Credit Ceremony at the Indiana Statehouse.
Plymouth High School Students Discuss World War II History Trip with School Board
Some Plymouth High School students got to experience World War II history firsthand this past summer. The Plymouth School Board had the chance to hear about their trip during Tuesday’s meeting.
A group of 13 students spent roughly two weeks visiting Europe in July, according to teacher Ryan Wolfe. “This trip was focused on World War II and the Western Front,” he explained. “So everything that we did was really focused on World War II, which curriculum-wise, really hits both World History and U.S., but it was probably more focused on U.S. History, which students take as a junior. Most of our kids had had either World or U.S. prior to going.”
The trip took the students to England, France, Belgium, Germany, and Austria. Six of the students were at Tuesday’s meeting to highlight some of the places that stood out to them. Some focused on the beaches of Normandy, and U.S. and German cemeteries, while others reflected on visits to a Nazi concentration camp and a Holocaust memorial. Continue reading
South Bend Man Arrested, Following Plymouth Car Chase
A vehicle pursuit in Plymouth Thursday night reportedly ended with the arrest of a South Bend man on meth-related charges. Around 10:43 p.m., Plymouth Police say they tried to pull over a red passenger for an equipment violation. But instead of stopping, the driver allegedly sped away, leading police on a pursuit toward the south side of Plymouth.
New Courses Coming to Plymouth High School
Plymouth High School students will have some new courses to choose from next school year. A list of 12 new classes was approved by the school board Tuesday.
Plymouth Teachers to See Slight Raise, As Part of Master Contract
The Plymouth School Board has approved the corporation’s master teacher contract for the current school year.
