The Town of Argos will present its new comprehensive plan to the public next week. A steering committee made up of residents, community leaders, and town officials has been working on the Argos 2030 Comprehensive Plan since the summer, and a public input session was held in October. Continue reading
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Marshall County Commissioners to Consider Contracts, Contraband Detector Purchase
The Marshall County Commissioners will consider a contract between Marshall County Community Corrections and the Bowen Center during this morning’s meeting. Continue reading
IRS Warns Taxpayers of Phone Scams this Tax Season
The Internal Revenue Service expects phone scams to remain a threat this tax season. Once again, they’ve made the “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams released each year by the IRS. Continue reading
Preservation Council Turns Attention to Historical Districts, Seeks Partnerships
Marshall County residents had the chance to weigh in Thursday on what buildings they would like to see preserved for the future. Wythougan Valley Preservation Council President Kurt Garner discussed the importance of the group’s efforts. Continue reading
Stay Safe while Celebrating Super Bowl
Police around Indiana are reminding Hoosiers not to drink and drive over the Super Bowl weekend. Several local law enforcement agencies, including the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, are teaming up with the Governor’s Council on Impaired & Dangerous Driving and the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute to help prevent accidents and deaths resulting from impaired driving. Continue reading
Culver School Board Approves 2017-2018 Calendar
Next year’s school calendar will look pretty much the same for students at Culver Community Schools. Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell says the 2017-2018 calendar was approved by the school board last week. Continue reading
Rees Theater Plans Discussed
The Rees Theater in Downtown Plymouth may become a multi-use event space in the coming years. Randy Danielson and a growing committee of volunteers have been working with the Wythougan Valley Preservation Council on a renovation plan. Community members filled Wild Rose Moon Thursday to hear an update on the project and offer input. Continue reading
Culver Schools to Offer CDL Training Reimbursement for Bus Drivers
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is looking to hire some new bus drivers, and they’re offering to help pay for their training. Continue reading
Phishing Scams Remain a Threat During 2017 Tax Season
Phishing schemes are once again on the Internal Revenue Service’s list of scams to watch out for, during this upcoming tax season. The IRS is releasing its annual “Dirty Dozen” tax scam list. Continue reading
Two Arrested, Following Bi-County Crime Spree
Two arrests have been made in connection with a series of armed robberies and other crimes in LaPorte and St. Joseph Counties, according to the information given by officials and Roanoke criminal justice law firm. According to the LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office, 28-year-old Timothy E. Bennitt and 32-year-old Nathan D. Kellogg are being held in the LaPorte County Jail after being linked to a series of crimes since early January. Continue reading
Funding Challenges Continue at Culver Schools
The Culver Community Schools Corporation continues to struggle with its General Fund. Last week, Treasurer Casey Howard gave her 2016 year-end financial report to the school board. Continue reading
Culver School Board Reviews ISTEP Scores, School Letter Grades
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is looking to boost its school letter grades, following the latest round of ISTEP scores. Continue reading
Marshall County Health Department Finalizes Plans for Move to Community Resource Center
The Marshall County Health Department is gearing up for its move to the Community Resource Center. Continue reading
Bremen Added to Hometown Collaboration Initiative
The Town of Bremen has been added to Indiana’s Hometown Collaboration Initiative. It’s designed to help communities of 25,000 or fewer people develop local leaders, promote small businesses, and enhance their natural and physical assets. Continue reading
Marshall County Eases Restrictions on Sign Content
A Supreme Court decision on free speech has led to changes in Marshall County’s sign ordinance. Continue reading
Culver Teams Up with Marshall County for Planning Services
The Town of Culver is partnering with Marshall County for building and planning services. County Building Commissioner Chuck DeWitt has been selected to serve as the town’s new building commissioner. He replaces Russ Mason, who stepped down in October. Continue reading
Marshall County Man Faces Felony Charges After Allegedly Shooting Neighbor’s Dogs
A Marshall County man was arrested after allegedly shooting a neighbor’s dogs. Marshall County Police were called to the 17000 block of Vine Street in Tyner around 1:13 Tuesday afternoon, after someone reported two dogs being shot. Continue reading
Arrest Made in Connection with Attempted Kroger Robbery
Plymouth Police have arrested a man in connection with an attempted robbery last week at the city’s Kroger store. Sean A. Critchlow, 23, of Plymouth was arrested Friday regarding charges of Robbery and Attempted Robbery. Continue reading
North Judson Man Arrested for Possession of Cocaine
A traffic stop in Plymouth allegedly turned up several grams of cocaine Sunday night. Continue reading
Marshall County Commissioners to Discuss Zoning Ordinance Changes, Intergovernmental Agreement
A few changes to Marshall County’s zoning ordinance are being discussed by the County Commissioners this morning. The sections up for discussion involve sign standards, as well as permits and fees, according to the advance meeting agenda. Continue reading
