Hoosier Racing Tire is celebrating 60 years in business this year, and on Monday the company was honored by Governor Eric Holcomb. During a ceremony at the Statehouse, Holcomb recognized 34 Indiana businesses with the Governor’s Century or Half Century Business Award. According to information released by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, Hoosier Racing Tire is recognized as the world’s largest race tire manufacturer. Continue reading
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Bremen Man Killed in St. Joseph County Crash
A Bremen man is dead following a single-vehicle crash in southeastern St. Joseph County early Saturday morning. Emergency responders were called to the intersection of Beech Road and Kern Road shortly after 2:00 a.m., according to WSBT-TV. Continue reading
Three Arrested on Drug Charges at Plymouth Apartment
Three people were arrested on drug charges after police executed a search warrant at a Plymouth apartment Saturday. Officers with the Marshall County and Plymouth police departments and Marshall County Drug Task Force executed the warrant at 700 West Garro Street at around 9:21 a.m. Continue reading
Recent Cold Snap Expected to Have Minimal Impact on Local Plant Growth
Some wild weather over the past few weeks is expected to have a minimal impact on local plants. Continue reading
More High School Graduates Prepared for College, According to Commission for Higher Education
More Indiana high school graduates are prepared for college, but the Indiana Commission for Higher Education says there’s still more work to be done. State officials say in spite of recent improvements, nearly a fifth of recent high school graduates are still not ready to take college courses that count toward their degrees. That’s particularly true in the area of math. Continue reading
Sign Up to Donate Blood During National Volunteer Month
April is National Volunteer Month, and the American Red Cross says it’s a good time to donate blood. Red Cross officials note that volunteer blood donors are the only source of blood for many patients who need transfusions. Continue reading
Taxpayers, Tax Preparers Targeted by Last-Minute Email Scams
Tax filing season is heading into its final weeks, and the Internal Revenue Service says to be on the lookout for a few last-minute email scams. IRS officials say this is the time of year when tax-related scams reach their peak. Continue reading
Indiana FAFSA Deadline Extended
Hoosiers planning to attend college this fall have another chance to get financial aid from the state. Students were required to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid by March 10 in order to be eligible for state aid, but a problem with the online data retrieval tool means that deadline’s been pushed back to April 15. Continue reading
Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum Schedules Easter Train Rides
The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum is celebrating Easter with special train excursions next month. Three Easter Trains will run on Saturday, April 15. They’ll depart from the North Judson depot at 10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. CDT. Continue reading
January Unemployment Rate Up from Previous Month, Down from Last Year
Marshall County’s January unemployment rate was higher than the previous month but a bit better than the same period a year ago. According to data released by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, Marshall County’s unemployment rate was 4.2 percent in January. Continue reading
Utility Assistance Programs Continue, After Winter Disconnection Moratorium Ends
Low-income residents who are delinquent in their heating bills may have their natural gas service disconnected. Between December 1 and March 15, Indiana utility companies don’t shut off natural gas service to customers taking part in the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program or LIHEAP. Continue reading
Indiana Tobacco Quitline Offers Free Resources for Hoosier Smokers
Indiana smokers who want to quit can now get free help from the state. Those who enroll in the Indiana Tobacco Quitline between now and April 2 or until supplies run out, will be eligible for free medication, such as gum or patches. Continue reading
Seasonal Spike in Gas Prices Delayed by Drop in Crude Oil Prices
Motorists will see a bit of a break in gas prices over the coming days. Continue reading
Hospital Officials Offer Communication Tips During National Patient Safety Awareness Week
Good communication can lead to better health care. It’s National Patient Safety Awareness Week, and local health professionals are offering some tips for how you can help improve the medical services you receive. Continue reading
Four Arrested for Impaired Driving, Following Weekend Traffic Stops
Four people were taken to the Marshall County Jail over the weekend for allegedly driving while intoxicated. Continue reading
Discover Plymouth Awarded Main Street Certification
Downtown Plymouth’s revitalization efforts are now officially certified by the State of Indiana. Continue reading
Marshall Commissioners to Receive Quarterly Reports, Insurance Update
The Marshall County Commissioners will receive updates from various county department heads this morning. EMA Director Clyde Avery and Building Inspector Chuck DeWitt will each present their quarterly reports. Continue reading
Culver School Board to Get Update on ISTEP Testing
The Culver School Board will get an update on this year’s ISTEP testing tonight. Middle/High School Assistant Principal and Curriculum Director Julie Berndt is scheduled to present ISTEP testing information, according to the advance agenda. Continue reading
Plymouth Named Indiana’s 19th Safest City
Plymouth has made the list of Indiana’s safest cities. The city came in at number 19 on the National Council for Home Safety and Security’s 2017 list for cities and towns with at least 5,000 residents. Continue reading
Plymouth Council Approves Updated Umbaugh Agreement
The City of Plymouth will soon be paying more for utility reports. The common council approved an updated agreement with accounting firm Umbaugh and Associates this week. Continue reading
