PLYMOUTH — On Sunday,​ May 3, 2026, at approximately 6:19 pm,​ Marshall County Dispatch broadcast a report of a domestic

disturbance at the residence on 5B Rd,​ in Plymouth.
Marshall County Officers responded. During the investigation, it was discovered that a battery had taken place in the presence of minors. Linda Bottorff, 34, was taken into custody and transported to the Marshall County Jail for domestic battery in the presence of a minor,​ battery by bodily waste.

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

INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun extended the suspension of Indiana’s gas tax in an effort to provide

Hoosiers relief from high gas prices.
Governor Braun extended the April emergency energy declaration by another 30 days, the maximum the law allows, and is extending the suspension of the 7% Gasoline Usage Tax on fuel for an additional 30 days, also now suspending the Gasoline Excise Tax, which will more than double the savings at the pump for Hoosiers.
Today’s decision extends Governor Braun’s gas tax holiday to the end of his emergency declaration and is the longest he can suspend the gas tax on his own authority without a special legislative session.
“Making life more affordable for Hoosiers will always be my top priority,” said Braun. “Suspending both the gas tax and excise tax gives Hoosiers meaningful relief for the next month.”
The Gasoline Usage Tax is $0.23 per gallon for May, and the Gasoline Excise Tax’s current rate is $0.36 per gallon for 2026. Governor Mike Braun’s extension of the gas tax holiday will give Hoosiers a 12.4% discount on the average price of gasoline in Indiana.
Governor Braun also announced that he will increase the mileage reimbursement rate for state employees who utilize their own vehicles for work-related travel. Details on that increase will be shared once confirmed.

PLYMOUTH – Road work in Marshall County will kick off this week.

Marshall County Highway Superintendant Jason Peters told the Marshall County Commissioners that E&B paving was planning to start on the Community Crossings grant projects this week starting with 12B Road from US 30 to the county line; Muckshaw Road from SR 10 to 18B Road; 14B Road from SR 17 to the county line; and 15th Road from the railroad to the county line.
NIPSCO will also be doing line work that will involve some county roads and County Attorney Sean Surrisi briefed the Commissioners on an agreement worked out by he and Peters to insure the county roads involved.

PLYMOUTH — A crash at US 30 and Union Road caused serious injury to one man.

James L. Wilson, traveling eastbound on U.S. 30 in the construction zone, driving a 2024 Freightliner semi, was approaching the intersection of Union Rd. At the same time,​ a Toyota Corolla driven by Brian A. Foster was traveling northbound on Union Rd. and began to drive northbound through U.S. 30, going through Wilson’s lane of travel.
Wilson was unable to avoid a collision with the front of Foster’s vehicle colliding with the driver’s side. ​ Foster was unresponsive and trapped in his car. Plymouth EMS extricated him, and he was flown by helicopter to Memorial Hospital in South Bend. ​ ​
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The collision is still under investigation.

PLYMOUTH — On May 2,​ 2026, at 9:58 pm an off-duty Marshall County Police Officer attempted to stop a vehicle that was all

over the roadway on US 30 near Iris Rd.
The vehicle had nearly struck the officer prior to his activating his emergency lights. ​The vehicle failed to yield to the officer and continued westbound on US 30.
The vehicle continued at a high rate of speed until it struck a semi on US 30 near CR 1100E in Starke County. The vehicle impacted the rear of the semi, then impacted a Plymouth patrol car before coming to rest in a ditch.
The sole occupant of the vehicle, Camica Shanique Gibbs, 31, was taken into custody shortly after. A Plymouth Police officer was taken to the hospital for minor injuries due to the collision.
Gibbs faces charges of resisting law enforcement, causing bodily injury, and criminal recklessness with a deadly weapon.

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

PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Election Board will hold a campaign finance hearing on Friday, May 8, in the Clerk’s office

at 211 West Madison Street in Plymouth, starting at 2 p.m.
The hearing is for Conservatives for Johnson.

Average gasoline prices in Indiana have risen $1.05/g in the last week, averaging $4.83/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey

of 3,271 stations in Indiana. Prices in Indiana are 92.6 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand $1.64/g higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has increased 21.3 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $5.621 per gallon.
Locally the lowest reported prices in each community:
Pulaski County
Winamac — $4.89
Francesville — $4.89
Medaryville — 4.79
Monterey — $4.89
Starke County
Knox — $4.89
North Judson — $4.99
Hamlet — $4.88
Grovertown — $4.99
LaPorte County
LaCrosse — $4.79
LaPorte — $4.64
Michigan City — $4.65
Wanatah — $4.79
Rolling Prairie — $4.69
Westville — $4.74
New Carlisle — $4.99
North Liberty — $4.89
Walkerton — $4.73
Marshall County
Argos — $4.89
Bourbon — $4.69
Bremen — $4.99
Culver — $4.99
LaPaz — $4.96
Plymouth — $4.82
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Indiana was priced at $3.12/g yesterday, while the most expensive was $5.99/g, a difference of $2.87/g.
The national average price of gasoline has risen 38.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.42/g today.
“Gasoline prices rose in every state over the last week, with some of the most significant and fastest increases concentrated in the Great Lakes, where states like Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Illinois saw sharp spikes, while Wisconsin experienced more modest gains,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “At the same time, diesel prices surged to new records in parts of the region, with some areas touching the $6-per-gallon mark. While refinery outages were a key driver behind those outsized increases, early signs of improvement could help ease some of the most extreme price pressures in the Great Lakes in the days ahead. Beyond the region, markets are also digesting a wave of new developments— including OPEC+ raising production for June and President Trump outlining a plan to free stranded ships— which could help restore some supply. However, with so many moving pieces, the outlook remains highly fluid, and while some localized relief may emerge, broader price volatility is likely to persist in the near term.”
GasBuddy is North America’s trusted fuel savings platform, helping consumers fuel up for less for over 25 years at GasBuddy.com.

PLYMOUTH — The Plymouth School Board of Trustees will meet on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 6 p.m. in the Administration

Boardroom. 
The meeting site is fully accessible. Any person requiring further accommodation should contact the Superintendent at the School Corporation’s Central Office. There will be time for public participation as indicated by the agenda item.
The Plymouth Community School Board of Trustees will then meet in Executive Session on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 4 p.m.
The purpose of the meeting is to receive information about prospective employees and interview them.

CULVER — On Saturday, May 2, at 2:30 a.m. Culver Police were conducting a traffic stop at SR 10 near Thorn Road.

While the officer was standing outside his marked patrol car, another vehicle struck the rear driver’s side of the patrol car, narrowly missing the officer, and continued on without stopping.
The officer notified the dispatch center and eventually caught up to the vehicle, which was slow to stop. The driver, Angela Shaffer, 62, of Culver, was found to be the only person in the vehicle. An investigation was conducted, and the driver exhibited signs of impairment and agreed to a certified test.
The results of the chemical test revealed that Shafer was just over three times the legal limit for alcohol.
Shaffer was taken to the Marshall County Jail on preliminary charges of operating while intoxicated and OWI endangering.
A report will be filed with the Marshall County Prosecutors’ office for review of formal charges.

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

PLYMOUTH — On Tuesday,​ April 28,​ 2026,​ at 12:41 pm,​ Marshall County Central Dispatch received a 911 call advising of a

two-vehicle collision on US 31 southbound,​ north of US 30.
When Officers arrived on scene,​ it was learned that a southbound 1994 Peterbilt tractor-trailer was being driven by Charles Young,​ of Valparaiso. The Peterbilt had lost two tires off of an axle, which struck another southbound 2018 Ford Edge being driven by Calvin Brown,​ of Westfield.
As a result of the incident,​ the driver and passenger of the Ford Edge were transported to the Hospital to receive treatment for their injuries.
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department was assisted on scene by Plymouth Fire & EMS,​ Indiana State Police,​ and Tim’s Towing.

PLYMOUTH — On the afternoon of April 30, 2026, Plymouth Police were dispatched to Dollar General on Oak Road for the

report of a man with a stolen laptop.
During the course of the investigation, the laptop did belong to the individual, Christopher Quimby, 33, of Rochester. Quimby was found to be in possession of other stolen merchandise from various stores.
Quimby was lodged in the Marshall County Jail for Theft, Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Law Enforcement, Battery Against a Public Safety Official, and out-of-county warrants.

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

ARGOS — On Friday, April 24, 2026, the Marshall County Drug Task Force executed multiple search warrants at a residence

located in the 14000-block of Michigan Road, near Argos.
Marshall County Drug Task Force Detectives were contacted by the Wabash County Sheriff’s Department in reference to a burglary they were investigating in their county. They had identified multiple suspects in the case who lived in Marshall County and requested assistance from MCDTF to locate stolen items.
MCDTF Detectives were able to locate stolen items in plain view on the property, and subsequent search warrants were obtained. The operation resulted in a coordinated effort between MCDTF, Wabash County Sheriff’s Department, Indiana State Police SWAT Team, Marshall County Police, and Plymouth Police. Multiple traffic stops were conducted on suspects involved and ultimately led to the recovery of a large amount of stolen items, including a stolen handgun, and suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Two young children were also removed from the care and custody of their parents.
Two people were arrested and incarcerated at the Marshall County Jail.
Shelby Rice, 26, of Argos, was charged with Dealing in Methamphetamine Level 3 Felony, Possession of Methamphetamine Level 5 Felony, Neglect of a Dependent Level 5 Felony, Maintaining a common nuisance Level 6 Felony, and Theft of a Firearm Level 5 Felony. She was given a $40,000 cash bond.

Jay Johnson, 30, of Argos, was charged with Dealing in Methamphetamine Level 3 Felony, Possession of Methamphetamine Level 5 Felony, Neglect of a Dependent Level 5 Felony, Maintaining a common nuisance Level 6 Felony, Theft of a Firearm Level 5 Felony, and Driving while suspended-prior A/misd. He was also given a $40,000 cash bond.
Readers are reminded that criminal charges are mere allegations, and that the individuals so charged are presumed innocent of the allegations unless or until proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt.

PLYMOUTH — The 12th Annual ARTS in the Street Festival is gearing up by accepting booth applications for artists, food

vendors, nonprofits, volunteers, and sponsors.
This year’s festival will be held on July 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the streets of downtown Plymouth
Booth fees increase after May 1.
The popular festival features artist & artisan booths, food vendors, art-making activities for all ages, live music and dance performances, a chalk art contest, scavenger hunt, and more, celebrating the arts in Downtown Plymouth.

PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Historical Society is announcing the third in their America’s 250 Brown Bag Lunch and

Lecture series, featuring presentations on the Revolutionary War era.
The Brown Bag event is on Friday, May 8, from Noon – 1:00 p.m. The program will be on Ben Franklin, printer, writer, publisher, scientist, inventor, philosopher, public servant, diplomat, and a key Founding Father of our Nation.
Monty Peden will share all about this true Renaissance man, with some little-known facts and surprises along the way.
The event will be held at the Marshall County Historical Society and Museum, 123 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. Pack a lunch and learn with us. For more information, please call 574-936-2306.

PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.

On the agenda are regular reports from Highway Superintendent Jason Peters, County Attorney Sean Surrisi and Marshall County Auditor Angie Birchmeier.
The Commissioners will also hear from Janis Holiday of Older Adult Services with her quarterly report, along with several requests from Marshall County Sheriff Matt Hassel.
Also on the agenda are Andrew Hayn of From Ashes to Fire Revival Ministry, Tim Starr of Marshall County HOPE, and Viki Brown of Dustin’s Place.
The meeting takes place in the Commissioners Meeting Room on the second floor of the Marshall County Building on Jefferson Street in Plymouth.
ADA Notice: 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 also be live-streamed on YouTube @MarshallCountyIN

BOURBON — On April 25, 2026,​ county officers were called to an address in the 6,​000 block of 12B Rd. west of Bourbon.

The original report was that a vehicle had become disabled due to a mechanical failure,​ and that the driver was outside of the vehicle, acting intoxicated. Officers arrived ​ at the scene a short time later and found the offender, Jamie L. Warren, 56, of Logansport, and her vehicle.
During the investigation,​ probable cause was found that Warren had operated a vehicle while intoxicated. ​ She was detained at the scene and was later transported to Saint Joseph Medical Center, Plymouth, for medical treatment and certified testing.
It was later found that the offender had a blood alcohol content of almost four times the legal limit of .08%
After medical evaluation and testing, Warren was lodged at the Marshall County Jail for Operating While Intoxicated with Prior,​ a level 6 felony.

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

PLYMOUTH — On April 26, 2026, at 8:09 p.m., Officers with the Plymouth Police Department were called to Martins on

Jefferson Street for a black Jeep Wrangler driving recklessly through the parking lot.
The caller was following the vehicle, and they went north on Columbus Dr. and then west on Baker. The caller advised that the vehicle was all over the roadway and running stop signs.
Plymouth Officers located the vehicle just before Michigan Street, and a traffic stop was conducted. The driver was identified as Joseph Nifong, 30, of Plymouth. The officer detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from Nifong.
A field sobriety test was given. Nifong agreed to a certified blood draw, and his certified test showed his alcohol level was a .237 BAC.
He was transported to Marshall County Jail and booked in for OWI, OWI above .15, and OWI Endangerment.

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