PLYMOUTH — On Oct. 8 at 10:35 p.m., Plymouth Police were dispatched to the Arby’s on N Oak Dr. for a report of an intoxicated driver in the drive-through lane.
The driver of the vehicle, Daniel K. Colburn, 30, of Plymouth, was found to be operating the vehicle while intoxicated. Colburn was arrested and transported to the Marshall County Jail. While being transported to jail, Colburn had slipped his handcuffs to the front of his body. On arrival at the jail, Colburn kicked the patrol vehicle door open when being taken out of the vehicle, causing it to hit an Officer. Colburn is charged with Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated as well as Battery against a Public Safety Official.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — On Oct. 6 at 10:30 p.m., an Officer with the Plymouth Police Department noticed a vehicle at Family Express (1628 W. Jefferson St.) driven by a man he knew to be suspended with a prior.
The man, identified as Jorge Terrones, 39 years old of Plymouth, got out of the driver’s side of the vehicle. Terrones then got into another vehicle and left the gas station, heading north on Oak Drive. Another officer tried to catch up with Terrones to conduct a traffic stop. Terrones was driving at a high rate of speed and turned down Harrison Street. The officer located the vehicle in the 800 block of Seventh St., but Terrones had gotten out of the vehicle and run. Officers were impounding the Ford truck when family arrived on scene who contacted Terrones and had him turn himself in. Terrones was taken into custody and transported to the Marshall Co. Jail for Driving While Suspended Prior and Resisting Law Enforcement.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — On Oct. 4 at 5:22 p.m., Officers with the Plymouth Police Department were dispatched to the area of Michigan Road and Veterans Parkway for a reckless driver.
The caller had advised that a maroon-colored Pontiac Grand Am was traveling south on Michigan Road and had almost hit three different vehicles head-on, and was all over the roadway. Officers went to the area, and an officer located the vehicle passing him at Michigan and Hoham. The officer was observing the vehicle and noticed that it was driving in the middle of the fast lane and the slow lane, not using a turn signal. A traffic stop was conducted, and the vehicle pulled into the Sunoco gas station. While talking to the driver, he wasn’t making much sense, and his pupils were pinpoint. The male party had admitted to smoking marijuana and meth. The male was identified as Carson Rowe, a 52-year-old of Elkhart. Rowe was arrested for OWI with a controlled substance and OWI Endangerment and was transported to Marshall County Jail and given a court date and bond.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — Legal counsel led the meeting for the Marshall County Sewer District Board as the court wrangling continues with the Marshall County Commissioners and Council concerning the district.
Recently, members of both of those boards met with the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, asking them to dissolve the district. A correspondence from IDEM Commissioner Clint Woods on the resolutions by the Council and Commissioners, and a proposed response, were brought up by Sewer Board Attorney Chris Nusbaum. Woods’ correspondence asks the District for its perspective on those resolutions. Nusbaum presented the District’s proposed response, which was approved at the meeting. Nusbaum explained that the response outlines the District’s appreciation of IDEM’s continued review and oversight of its plan in the best interest of the community; that the District remains committed to transparency in its process carrying out the approved plan in accordance with IC § 13-26; and accordingly the District will coordinate with IDEM throughout this process and provide IDEM with additional information as appropriate as funding options are solidified and the project advances through its natural phases. The second topic from legal counsel was an update on the litigation status of the Marshall County Commissioners and Bill Woodward’s case against Trustee Thomas McFadden. Nusbaum explained that a hearing will be held on Friday on whether to dismiss the Commissioners from the amended complaint and reduce the matters before the court to solely the Quo Warranto complaint brought by Woodward. Additionally, Nusbaum explained that his office had received an updated coverage opinion from the District’s insurer and that the District’s insurer has agreed to advance reasonable and necessary defense costs for the defense of McFadden to the allegations in the amended complaint. The District has a $5,000 deductible, and Carson LLP is working with the insurer to confirm its invoicing and bill payment practices. Nusbaum noted that ultimately the District should have little if any additional cost not covered by the insurer in defending McFadden; unlike the Commissioners and Mr. Woodward.
PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Council on Aging will host this year’s Senior Expo on Thursday, Oct. 16, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Plymouth High School.
Admission is free and gains you access to free: — Refreshments — Entertainment — Health Screenings — Flu Shots — Door Prizes — Expired medications disposal — Information on goods and services for seniors Transportation is also free for seniors.
PLYMOUTH — On the morning of Oct. 4, at 2 a.m., Plymouth Police Officers obtained a signed search warrant for 920 S. Second Street.
The search warrant was executed by Plymouth Officers, and the resident, Rikay Salmons, 34 years old of Plymouth, was taken into custody. During the execution of the search warrant, firearms, ammunition, more than 200 grams of suspected marijuana, and drug paraphernalia were located and removed from the home. Salmons was taken into custody and lodged at the Marshall County Jail for felony- criminal transfer of a firearm, maintaining a common nuisance, misdemeanor- possession of marijuana and paraphernalia.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PLYMOUTH — On the evening of Oct. 6, at approximately 11:45 p.m., Plymouth Police were dispatched to the Red Rock Inn (2550 N. Michigan Street) for a man who was reported to have entered multiple rooms, demanding drugs.
The man was then seen leaving and driving to the Economy Inn. Plymouth Police were able to quickly locate the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop at the Economy Inn. The suspect proceeded to try and park, nearly striking a patrol vehicle. The driver and suspect were identified as 27-year-old Landon DeWitt 27, of Wanatah. DeWitt was identified by victims, and when being taken into custody, was suspected of being intoxicated. One of the victims began to have a medical emergency as a result of DeWitt rushing into her motel room, and was unconscious when Plymouth Police arrived. Plymouth Fire was requested and rendered aid to the victim. As a result of the officer’s investigation, DeWitt was lodged at the Marshall County Jail on preliminary charges of Burglary, OWI-Endangerment, OWI over .15%, and held with No Bond.
Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
ARGOS — On Monday, Oct. 6, at approximately 3:53 p.m., Marshall County Central Dispatch received a 911 call regarding a two-vehicle collision with injuries in the 13,000 block of Michigan Road.
When Officers arrived on scene, it was determined that a 2008 Lincoln Navigator, driven by Cloey McMichael, 18, of Argos, was traveling north on Michigan Road and began to slow down for a vehicle turning into their driveway. That was when a 2010 Nissan Versa, driven by Deanna Sheppard-Campbell, 52, also of Argos, failed to slow down for the slowing traffic and collided with the rear end of the Navigator. Sheppard-Campbell was transported to the Hospital with minor injuries. McMichael had a juvenile passenger who was assessed on scene by EMS but released. The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department was assisted on scene by Plymouth Fire and EMS, Argos EMS, and Lyon’s Wrecker Service.
PLYMOUTH – A Plymouth flight school and a major aerospace solutions company will make a collaboration announcement today.
AlphaFlight, a premier flight school based in Plymouth, will host the official signing event with Maloy Aircraft, marking a significant milestone for both organizations and the broader Marshall County community. The signing is a strategic partnership between AlphaFlight, known for training the next generation of pilots with state-of-the-art flight instruction, and Maloy Aircraft, an innovative aerospace company founded by former United States Top Gun pilots and leading engineers. The collaboration underscores a shared commitment to advancing aviation, creating economic opportunities, and strengthening workforce development in the region. “This signing is not just a milestone for AlphaFlight and Maloy Aircraft—it’s a pivotal moment for Marshall County and the surrounding communities,” said Dan Marohn, Co-Founder and a Owner at AlphaFlight. “By bringing together industry leaders, educators, and government officials, this partnership will provide opportunities for growth, innovation, and workforce development in aviation and aerospace.” The event highlights the growing prominence of Plymouth, Indiana, as a hub for aviation and aerospace advancement and reinforces the ongoing commitment of both AlphaFlight and Maloy Aircraft to the community. For more about AlphaFlight, go to https://alphaflight.aero. You can find out more about Maloy Aircraft at https://maloyaircraft.com/.
INDIANAPOLIS — If you’re a deer hunter, you know the excitement that comes with the first few cold days of fall. Here are a few things you can do to feed that excitement while getting prepared for the season:
— Visit a DNR shooting range to sight in your equipment. — Use the Where To Hunt map to make a plan for your hunt. — Familiarize yourself with DNR’s new license system, the Activity Hub, so that you can get into the field without issues. Pro tip: If this is your first time logging into the new system, you will need to verify your personal information. The DNR asks you to plan ahead for a successful season, and happy hunting.
PLYMOUTH — During their meeting on Monday, the Marshall County Commissioners heard a report from Laurie Johnson of DLZ on the Indiana Department of Transportation reclassifying a bridge project.
The Center Street Bridge in Bremen was set for replacement in the coming year, but Johnson said that INDOT had reclassified the bridge from “non-select” to “select,” which meant the structure would be a rehab project instead of a reconstruction. The reclassification also involved extending the timeline for work into the next fiscal year. Johnson said that the reclassification would also involve a redesign of the project and that DLZ was awaiting a memo from INDOT that would explain why the classification was changed. She said that DLZ was “disappointed” at the INDOT decision from an engineering standpoint. While the project will now be rehab instead of replacement, it will not involve savings for the county if for no other reason than the project was pushed back, and construction costs will inevitably rise the longer the project is on hold.
PLYMOUTH — Marshall County Coroner Dean Byers is pleased to announce that Deputy Coroners
Justyn Wade and Justin Bowen-Lutz have recently completed a state-required course of study, which certifies them as Medicolegal Death Investigators in the State of Indiana. The Indiana Coroners Training Board requires all elected Coroners and duly appointed and sworn Deputy Coroners to obtain certification within the first year of their employment.
Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Morphey Construction Inc. will close State Road 17 between State Road 114 and C.R. 900 S on or after Monday, October 13.
State Road 17 will be closed through late November for a culvert replacement at Costello Ditch. Motorists should seek alternate routes. The official detour will follow State Road 114, State Road 25 and State Road 16.
PLYMOUTH — As the paving/road repair season winds to a close, Marshall County Highway
Superintendent Jason Peters was asked by the Marshall County Commissioners to give a sort of “State of the Highway” address with his assessment of what his department has been able to accomplish during the season.
Peters told the Commissioners that his paving crew was entirely new this year, which has a learning curve to go with it, but said that the members of that crew were willing to learn, and that made the process easier, saying he could easily see the improvement over the year. Peters said the county investing in keeping employees would pay great dividends, adding that the chip and seal crew for the county as evidence.
Peters said challenges in finding the right materials had also been a problem, but felt the investment in new equipment had also helped overall.
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Police has begun accepting applications for the 90th Recruit Academy for traditional applicants.
Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana State Trooper must apply online at IndianaTrooper.com. This website provides a detailed synopsis of the application process and information on additional career opportunities with the Indiana State Police. Applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Basic Eligibility Requirements for an Indiana State Trooper: — Must be a United States citizen. — Must be at least 21 and less than 40 years of age when appointed as a Trooper. (Appointment date is November 19, 2026) — Must meet a minimum vision standard (corrected or uncorrected) of 20/50 acuity in each eye and 20/50 distant binocular acuity in both eyes. — Must possess a valid driver’s license to operate an automobile. — Must be willing, if appointed, to reside and serve any place within the state of Indiana, as designated by the Superintendent. — Must be a high school graduate, as evidenced by a diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), or High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma. In addition to the high school requirements, must meet one of the additional requirements listed below: — Must have attained sixty (60) college credit hours from an accredited institution prior to the application deadline, bachelor’s degree preferred. Credit hours must be evidenced by a certified transcript. — Have a minimum of two years’ active military service* having a favorable discharge or currently serving or six years of reserve/national guard time. Active military service time encompasses all time on active duty to include deployments for reserves. — Have a minimum of three (3) continuous years of full-time, paid, law enforcement experience (sworn or merit) having graduated from a state accredited police academy (entry level law enforcement basic training curriculum with a minimum of 600 training hours); in which the essential job functions were performed at a satisfactory or above level, as witnessed by the employer or documented by employee evaluations. Paid law enforcement experience does not include employment as a reserve officer, special deputy, jailer or matron, radio operator, etc., even if these duties were performed as a sworn or merit officer; it includes only full-time, paid employment as a sworn or merit officer performing true law enforcement functions. Interested applicants can obtain additional information about an Indiana State Trooper career by visiting IndianaTrooper.com. Applicants can also contact a recruiter at isprecruiting@isp.in.gov.
PLYMOUTH — Marshall County Auditor Angie Johnson Birchmeier today officially announced her intention to seek re-election to the office of County Auditor. With a deep commitment to fiscal
responsibility, public transparency, and ongoing service to her home county, Birchmeier is eager to continue her work for the people of Marshall County. “I have been honored to serve Marshall County’s taxpayers as Auditor, and I believe there is more work ahead,” Birchmeier said. “I humbly ask for the chance to continue being a good steward of your tax dollars, to build on the progress we’ve made, and to ensure our county remains safe, secure, and financially stable.” Birchmeier is the current Auditor of Marshall County, Indiana (term runs through December 31, 2026). Before being elected Auditor, she served two terms as County Treasurer and held roles with the City of Plymouth. She serves on the Indiana State Comptroller’s Advisory Board and the Auditor’s Association Legislative Committee. She is a lifelong Marshall County resident, married to Jeff Birchmeier, and is the mother of a college freshman son, Gage.
Average gasoline prices in Indiana have fallen 11.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.99/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,271 stations in Indiana. Prices in Indiana are 18.1 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 10.9 cents per gallon lower than a year ago.
The national average price of diesel has increased 1.1 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $3.663 per gallon. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Indiana was priced at $2.52/g yesterday, while the most expensive was $4.11/g, a difference of $1.59/g. The national average price of gasoline has fallen 0.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.08/g today. “While the national average slipped slightly over the last week, it’s once again been a mixed bag depending on where you fill up,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “Gas prices cycled upward in Ohio and Michigan, declined in Indiana and Delaware, and pain is about to return to California and neighboring states following last week’s refinery fire outside Los Angeles. While OPEC again agreed over the weekend to boost oil production for November, the real story for motorists has been regional variation— especially in areas served by California’s supply system. Though the damage from the fire appears limited, the West Coast is likely to see prices climb, while most other areas can expect relative stability or slight declines.” GasBuddy’s averages, graphs, maps and historical pricing data covering the U.S. and Canada is available 24/7 at http://prices.GasBuddy.com.
PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Regional Sewer District will now hold its regular meeting at the City of Plymouth’s Council Chambers located at 124 N. Michigan St., Plymouth.
Those wishing to attend should use the entrance off East Garro Street. The meeting will take place at 9:30 A.M. on Wednesday, October 8. The public is welcome to attend this regular meeting. Before that meeting board will hold an executive session at 9 A.M. on Wednesday. The session will also be held at the City of Plymouth’s Council Chambers, located at 124 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, IN 46563, entrance off East Garro Street. This executive session is being held pursuant to Ind. Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B), and is therefore closed to the public under Ind. Code § 5-14-1.5-3. A copy of the executive session’s memoranda and minutes shall be recorded and provided to the public pursuant to Ind. Code § 5-14-1.5-4. For questions and additional information, please visit https://www.marshallcountyrsd.com/ or contact the Marshall County Regional Sewer District at questions@marshallcountyrsd.com or call (574) 200-0049.
