Culver officials hope a Stellar Community designation will make the town more accessible to people with disabilities. Residents raised a few concerns with the town’s pedestrian facilities during last week’s town council meeting.
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Bourbon Woman to Pay $18,000 Restitution, Following Martin’s Supermarket Theft
A Bourbon woman accused of stealing more than $30,000 from a Plymouth grocery store will only have to pay back about $18,000. Halie Zimmerman, 20, allegedly stole the money while she was working at Martin’s Supermarket last year. She’s agreed to pay back just under $18,000 as part of a plea agreement accepted last week in Marshall Superior Court I.
Kokomo Man Arrested Following Saturday Night Crash on U.S. 6
Four people were taken to the hospital and one man was taken to jail after a Saturday night crash on U.S. 6. Marshall County Police say it happened just before 7:30 at Beech Road.
Wayfinding Signs Presented to Plymouth Board of Works
Visitors to the City of Plymouth will soon have some help finding their way around. The city is working with North American Signs to add wayfinding signage along Michigan Street, Oak Drive, Jefferson Street, and other heavily-trafficked areas.
Culver Council Updated on Infrastructure Plans for Sand Hill Farms
Water and sewer infrastructure for Culver’s Sand Hill Farms workforce housing development will cost an estimated $400,000. That’s according to Mark Sullivan with Midwestern Engineers. He met with the town council Tuesday to give an update on the project.
Plymouth Board of Works Approves the Lease of Parking Spaces for Reese’s Family Ribs
The Plymouth Board of Works has voted to let a local business use a couple spaces in a city parking lot. Emanuel Reese, owner of Reese’s Family Ribs, asked to use the spaces for barbecue grills.
Retiring Plymouth Airport Manager Says Farewell to City Council
Today’s the last day on the job for Plymouth Airport Manager Dave Lattimer. He’s retiring after seven years on the job.
Culver Town Council Discusses Movie Theater Purchase
Culver’s former movie theater may soon be purchased by the town, but more research needs to be done before any decisions are made.
Woman Crashes Car into Plymouth Family Express
A Plymouth gas station was damaged Thursday morning when police say a car crashed into it. Plymouth Police responded to the Family Express at 1351 South Michigan Street at around 8:41 a.m.
Plymouth Truck Crash Sends Washington State Man to Hospital
A two-truck crash on U.S. 30 Thursday morning sent one truck driver to the hospital. Plymouth Police say it happened around 5:08 near Pioneer Drive.
Culver Moving Ahead with Stellar Communities Application Items
The Town of Culver plans to invest nearly $25,000 into its Stellar Communities application.
U.S. 30 Coalition Discusses Freeway Plan with Residents
U.S. 30 is likely to be upgraded to freeway standards in the next 10 years, so now’s the time for local residents to get together and offer their input. That’s what a consultant working with the statewide U.S. 30 Coalition told residents during an informational meeting Wednesday in Hamlet.
Three Hurt in Single-Vehicle Rollover Crash in Marshall County
Three people were taken to hospitals after a rollover crash on State Road 17 Wednesday. Marshall County Police say it happened around 5:15 p.m. north of 20 A Road. A 2006 Monte Carlo driven by Justin Orangias, 30, of Culver was heading northbound, when Orangias apparently tried to pass another vehicle.
Argos School Board Approves Bond Issue for Building Renovations
Argos Community Schools is moving ahead with some building renovations and other capital projects. Last week, the school board approved a resolution to issue $2 million in bonds, according to Interim Superintendent Dr. Robert Boyd.
Plymouth Board of Works Approves Pavement Plan, Gets Update on Microsurfacing Project
The City of Plymouth is a step closer to getting state funding for street improvements. An updated pavement asset management plan was approved by the board of works Monday.
Plymouth Council Members Voice Concern with Mid-Year Police Salary Increase
Plymouth Police officers are a step closer to getting a raise, but not without some concerns from city council members. An updated salary ordinance was introduced to the city council Monday by City Attorney Sean Surrisi. Continue reading
Argos School Board Votes to Switch to Elected Membership
Argos Community Schools may soon have an elected school board.
Plymouth Board of Works to Consider Final Version of Pavement Asset Management Plan
Plans for road maintenance in the City of Plymouth will be considered during tonight’s board of works meeting. Earlier this month, City Engineer Rick Gaul gave board members a preliminary version of a pavement asset management plan. Tonight, he’ll present the final plan for 2017, as well as a five-year plan.
Marshall County Officials Defend Cumulative Capital Development Fund Increase to DLGF
Marshall County residents had another chance to weigh in on a proposed tax hike Thursday. Back in April, the county commissioners voted to reestablish the Cumulative Capital Development Fund at its maximum rate. But the Department of Local Government Finance held a public hearing of its own Thursday, after residents appealed the decision.
Plymouth City Building Renovations to Proceed, Following Approval of Lease Agreement
The Plymouth City Building renovation is another step closer to getting underway. A lease agreement was approved this week by both the Plymouth Redevelopment Commission and a newly-organized Redevelopment Authority, according to Clerk-Treasurer Jeanine Xaver.
