PLYMOUTH — Due to the County Building space being unavailable, the Marshall County Regional Sewer

District is rescheduling its meeting on Dec. 10, and will now hold its regular meeting at 11 A.M. on Friday, Dec. 19. The meeting will be held at the City of Plymouth’s Council Chambers located at 124 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, IN 46563, entrance off East Garro Street. There will be no meeting on December 10, 2025.
For questions, additional information, and archived copies of agendas, minutes, memoranda, and previous meeting videos, please visit https://www.marshallcountyrsd.com/ or contact the Marshall County Regional Sewer District at questions@marshallcountyrsd.com or call (574) 200-0049.
There will be an opportunity for the public to ask questions and provide comments during this meeting. Your participation is welcome.

LAPAZ — Marshall County Sheriff’s deputies investigated a two-car accident on US 31 south of LaPaz on Wednesday at 8:54 a.m.

A Chevy Impala driven by Adam Z. Scott, 26, of Rochester, was heading south on U.S. 31 near the 230 Mile marker. ​Traffic ahead on U.S. 31 south ​was slowing for a vehicle being recovered ​by a wrecker ​south of that location. ​ ​Scott ran ​into the rear of a GMC pickup truck driven by Carl G. Jenkins, 71, of South Whitley,​ which was escorting an oversized trailer. ​ Jenkins and Scott ​then struck the rear of the oversize ​trailer and came to rest in the roadway. ​Jenkins was transported to Memorial Hospital in South Bend ​for a possible back injury.​​​​​
Agencies Involved were Lapaz Fire,​ Lapaz ​EMS,​ Indiana State Police,​ Indiana Department of Transportation,​ and Marshall County Police
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SOUTH BEND – Travis Frazier, 28 years old, of Rochester, was sentenced by United States District Court

Judge Cristal C. Brisco after pleading guilty to possessing a firearm as a convicted felon and possessing a firearm after having been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.
Frazier was sentenced to 54 months in prison followed by 2 years of supervised release.
According to documents in the case, Frazier accidentally shot a loaded gun while holding his infant child, who was struck by bullet fragments. Frazier had a prior felony conviction and a prior misdemeanor conviction for domestic battery, either of which prohibited him from possessing a firearm.
This case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives with assistance from the Rochester Police Department and the South Bend Police Department. The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Lydia T. Lucius.

PLYMOUTH — The City of Plymouth will hold its regular meetings on Monday, starting with the Board of Public Works and Safety at 6 p.m., followed immediately by the Common Council.

On the Board of Works agenda is the Street Department opening of fuel bids for the coming year and the 2026 Animal Control Services Agreement, along with reports from the various department heads.
The Common Council will hold public hearings for additional appropriations, a tax abatement for Indiana Wheel, and a waiver of noncompliance for PIDCO.
Second and/or third readings will be heard on ordinances amending the salary ordinance for the fire department and for cemetery fees for the City of Plymouth.
Resolutions for additional appropriations, Indiana Wheel Company’s tax abatement, a transfer of funds from the Park and Recreation fund to the Greenways Trail, and a waiver of non-compliance for PIDCO will be heard.
Both meetings will be held in the Council Chambers on the second floor of the City Building. Those attending should enter from the Garro Street entrance.
If you need special accommodation to attend the meeting, please contact the ADA Coordinator at 574-936-2948.
The meeting will be live streamed on YouTube @CityofPlymouth.

PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Council will meet on Monday evening at 5:30 in the second-floor

meeting room of the Marshall County Building on Jefferson Street in Plymouth.
In the attorney’s report, the Council will hear an update on the regional sewer district.
The 2026 Sheriff’s salary will be discussed. United Way’s Linda Yoder and Brent Martin will address the Council about the Marshall County SAFE Housing Response Fund, and Sandy Garrison and Mike Miley will give the Museum’s quarterly report.
In addition, the Council will have additional appropriations and transfers, along with amending the salary ordinance.
For special accommodations, please contact the ADA Coordinator at (574) 935-8720 at least two business days prior to the scheduled meeting to request an accommodation.
The meeting will be live-streamed on YouTube @marshallCountyIN

PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Board of Zoning Appeals will convene for an executive session on

Monday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m. in Room 203 of the County Building on Jefferson Street in Plymouth.
The purpose of the meeting is for the discussion of strategy with respect to litigation that is pending in the Allen Superior Court, in the case of Tamarack Solar Energy LLC vs. The Board of Zoning Appeals of Marshall County.

ARGOS — On Monday,​ Dec. 1,​ at 6:12 p.m.,​ Marshall County Central Dispatch was notified of a single

vehicle accident where the vehicle went down in a ditch on Muckshaw Road,​ south of 18B Road,​ in Argos. ​
The driver,​ Joseph Howell,​ 40, of Rochester,​ was out ​of the vehicle ​, walking around. When Officers spoke to Howell,​ he advised that he was traveling north on Muckshaw ​Road,​ which is when he caught a snowdrift that caused him to lose control. ​ ​
Howell was transported to the Hospital with some complaints of pain. ​The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department was assisted on scene by Argos Fire,​ Police,​ EMS,​ and Tim’s Towing.

PLYMOUTH — Marshall County Sheriff Matt Hassel has released the jail and arrest report for November.

The population of the jail on Dec. 1 was 138 of a total 233 beds. Of those 109 were men, 29 women. There were 31 inmates serving felony charges, 35 were sentenced inmates, 80 were pre-trial inmates.
The average population for the month was 125.
The top five offenses for the month were:
Failure to appear
Operating while intoxicated
Operator never licensed
Possession of marijuana
Driving while suspended
There were 105 total bookings for the month, the Sheriff’s Department made 51 arrests, Plymouth Police 38, and Culver Police 5.
There are currently 1311 active warrants. there were 141 accidents, 129 property damage and 12 personal injury.

BREMEN — The Bremen School Board will hold a meeting on Monday, Dec. 8 at 6:30 p.m., in the Media Center at the High School.

On the agenda is a review of board candidates.
Immediately following the board will also hold a closed executive session for an evaluation of individual job performances.
The Board will then hold a second public meeting on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 6 p.m., in the Media Center of the High School.
On that agenda is strategic planning.
For those individuals needing an interpreter or other reasonable accommodations for the Board meeting, please call Bremen Public Schools (574-546-3929) to make arrangements. These arrangements should be requested one week in advance of the meeting.

PLYMOUTH — On Nov. 21 at 11:05 p.m., Marshall County Central dispatch received a rapid-ping 911 call

from Jefferson St. in Plymouth.
Plymouth Police arrived and located 32-year-old Joseph R. Childers of Plymouth and a female passenger on a traffic stop.
A DUI investigation began on Childers, who was later transported to the hospital for a chemical test and then transported to the Marshall County Jail on initial charges of OWI, domestic battery, and resisting law enforcement causing bodily injury.

Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Commissioners moved forward with a reorganization of the way the county deals with public defenders. In their meeting on Monday, the Commissioners heard the first

reading of an ordinance establishing a separate department for the Public Defenders.
In May, the Commissioners adopted an ordinance that established a framework for a public defender system and a three-person Public Defender Board. This board, appointed by the county commissioners, the county judges, and the state commission, will be responsible for creating a comprehensive plan for providing public defense services.
The new ordinance would establish the department for accounting purposes.
Commissioner Jesse Bohannon was fully behind the measure

President of the Commissioners, Stan Klotz, brought up the cost of a case such as the recent Delphi murder case, which cost Carroll County around $3 million, stating that in such a case, the county would be able to recoup 40 percent of that cost.

PLYMOUTH — Weather caused the cancellation of the city of Plymouth’s tree lighting and holiday parade

but the city was able to make arrangements to book Santa and Mrs. Claus for a different night.
Santa and Mrs. Claus have officially rescheduled their visit to Plymouth and will help light the City Christmas Tree.
The event will take place at River Park Square on Thursday, Dec. 4, at precisely 6 p.m.
As a special bonus, free hot chocolate will be available from the concession stand. You can stick around to be dazzled by an incredible musical light show created by the Park Department.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Senate is accepting applications for the 2026 Senate Page Program, said State Sen. Mike Bohacek (R-Michiana Shores).

Through the full-day program, students in grades six through 12 tour Indiana’s Statehouse, listen to debates from the Senate floor, and help staff with age-appropriate tasks. Students also have the opportunity to meet their state senator.
“I enjoy meeting with young students from our local community year after year when they come to the Statehouse to serve as a page,” Bohacek said. “I encourage any students interested in learning more about state government to consider paging with us during the upcoming legislative session.”
The Senate Page Program will begin in January and continue throughout the legislative session. Pages are scheduled for Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. They begin their day at 8:30 a.m. and are dismissed at 3:30 p.m. Groups serve together on Wednesdays. Indiana law permits eligible students to serve as a Senate Page one day per legislative session and receive an excused absence from school for their participation. Positions fill quickly, so it is important to apply early.
Students or parents should submit an application corresponding to the date they would like to page. Once the application is submitted, the Senate Page Office will reach out to confirm the paging date and ensure all required participation forms are signed.
For more information or to apply, visit http://www.IndianaSenateRepublicans.com/Page-Program.

Average gasoline prices in Indiana have fallen 12.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.76/g

today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,271 stations in Indiana. Prices in Indiana are 13.9 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 27.9 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has decreased 5.5 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $3.722 per gallon.
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Indiana was priced at $2.29/g yesterday, while the most expensive was $3.29/g, a difference of one dollar per gallon.
The national average price of gasoline has fallen 8.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.95/g today.
“Nearly every state saw average gas prices fall heading into Thanksgiving, with the national average dipping below $3 per gallon for several consecutive days—falling to $2.95/gal over the weekend, the lowest level since May 2021,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “With refinery maintenance largely complete and OPEC increasing oil production for December, oil prices have struggled. Combine those factors, and you have a solid recipe for continued downward pressure on gas prices in the weeks ahead. A few dozen stations are already offering gas under $2 per gallon, and we could see that number grow as we move further into the holiday season. It couldn’t come at a better time for Americans—with relief arriving just as the holidays kick off.”
GasBuddy is the most authoritative source of station-level fuel pricing data, updating averages 288 times daily at https://www.gasbuddy.com/

Courtesy Network Indiana

The already contentious debate over redrawing Indiana’s congressional maps has taken a dangerous turn, sparking an escalation of threats and intimidation aimed at state lawmakers.

Indiana Republican State Senator Jean Leising has become the latest target, announcing she received a pipe bomb threat over the weekend. Leising, who represents a seven-county district in Southeastern Indiana and opposes the redistricting effort, blamed the incident on “D.C. political pundits” pushing for the new maps.

“I was the target of a pipe bomb threat,” Leising wrote on social media, adding, “Thanks to the Oldenburg Town Marshall, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, and the ISP, all is okay!”

Locally, Senator Mike Bohacek issued a statement Monday saying that he and his family received a threat of a bomb placed in their home on Friday, Nov. 28.
“This recent pattern of threatening behavior and intimidation attempts is not only concerning but also illegal. I hope to see justice for this type of behavior,” said Bohacek. “I’d like to thank the Long Beach Police Department, the Porter County Sheriff’s Office, and the Indiana State Police for their quick response and assistance during this investigation. I will not be providing any additional information at this time as law enforcement conducts its investigation.”

As temperatures drop and the holiday season approaches, many Hoosiers find themselves needing extra

support. Indiana 211 is a free, confidential service that connects Hoosiers with local health and human services. Indiana 211 ensures that individuals and families across the state know where to turn when they need help. With one call, text, or click, Indiana 211 connects people to community resources available in their area.
Hoosiers can access a wide range of essential services through Indiana 211, including:

• Food assistance programs and local pantries
• Warming centers and shelters during cold weather
• Thanksgiving meals and holiday programs
• Help with housing, utility support, mental health services, and more
  Whether someone is facing a short-term challenge or navigating an ongoing need, Indiana 211 ensures they can find safe, local, verified resources.
  Residents can explore available community resources by visiting in211.org or calling 2-1-1 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. The Indiana 211 database is updated continuously, so every listing remains reliable, accurate, and accessible.
  Indiana 211 also encourages community partners to share new or updated information about food programs, holiday events, or winter warming sites. Organizations can send updates to in211database@fssa.in.gov or call the team 888-211-2402, Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Ensuring the database stays current helps them serve Hoosiers better, especially during critical times of the year.

Additional 2-3″ of Snow Tonight – Travel Advisory Remains

• WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. * WHERE…A portion of northern Indiana. * WHEN…From 5 PM EST /4 PM CST/ this afternoon to 7 AM EST /6 AM CST/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes.
  A travel advisory remains in place for Marshall County.

MARSHALL COUNTY DROPS TO TRAVEL ADVISORY YELLOW
PLYMOUTH — The Highway Department is making great progress on county roads today. Marshall

County is dropping back down to a yellow Travel Advisory. The county was previously under the orange Travel Watch status.
There is still some drifting snow, and some slick spots will remain, so continue to drive with caution. Not perfect, but much better than last night and early this morning.

Special Weather Statement issued November 30 at 12:22 PM EST by NWS Northern Indiana

Scattered to numerous lake effect snow showers are expected this afternoon into early this evening. Accumulations will be light, generally an inch or less. However, below freezing temperatures and gusty southwest winds to 30 mph will lead to reduced visibilities and patchy blowing snow in heavier snow showers. Roads may be slick in spots.

PLYMOUTH — A Travel Watch remains in effect for Marshall County roads while the Highway Department is out plowing today. Still dealing with some wind, which means blowing & drifting will persist.

An additional 1-3″ of lake effect snow is possible through the day today, which could disrupt Tuesday’s commute as well.